{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/624c5076ebccf20012efeb4c/69d3bdcc07bc2cbfc7ada3b2?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Why do we hold on to a bad mood?","description":"<p>In this episode we explore why we hold onto bad moods.&nbsp;We discuss the psychological mechanisms behind it, and practical strategies to let go. We explore the role of thoughts, perceptions of injustice, and the importance of awareness and calming techniques.</p><p><br></p><p>Takeaways</p><p>Holding onto a bad mood often stems from perceived injustice or unfairness.</p><p>Our stress response system complicates quick emotional release.</p><p>Pattern recognition and confirmatory bias reinforce bad moods.</p><p>Awareness and mindfulness are key to recognizing and releasing bad moods.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Adrienne and Lucy can be contacted through their websites:</p><p><br></p><p><a href=\"https://open.acast.com/networks/624c5076ebccf20012efeb4e/shows/624c5076ebccf20012efeb4c/episodes/www.presenceofmind.life\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.presenceofmind.life </a>(Lucy)</p><p><a href=\"https://open.acast.com/networks/624c5076ebccf20012efeb4e/shows/624c5076ebccf20012efeb4c/episodes/www.adriennekirk.uk\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.adriennekirk.uk</a> (Adrienne)</p>","author_name":"Adrienne Kirk and Lucy Ranger"}