Steven C Hayes on Wisdom, Love, and Acceptance (Episode 88)

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Caleb Ontiveros speaks with Dr. Steven C. Hayes, the originator of acceptance commitment therapy.

Acceptance commitment therapy deeply influenced our programs at Stoa, so this discussion was an honor.

In this wide ranging conversation, we cover how Steven thinks about “negative emotions” and cultivating wisdom in our technological age.

A Liberated Mind

(00:58) Introduction

(04:51) What's Bad About Bad Emotions?

(16:31) Ancient Wisdom Traditions

(25:39) Anxiety & Meaning

(32:13) Living With Emotions

(34:50) Death & Love

(39:38) Getting Better With Technology

(45:55) Wisdom

(50:29) The Dangers of Choosing Virtue For Others