Rumination is not just thinking repeatedly about something. This is introspection.
Instead, rumination is persevering on distressing ideas. It is an intrusive and obsessive act rather than a deep reflection.
In fact, rumination is our go-to place when things are uncomfortable.
Someone may have said something upsetting to you. And then you repeat that conversation in your head.
Five million times.
So ruminating is tough.
On the one hand, it gives you a sense of power and control over the situation. But, on the other, it can be very destructive.
Besides, rumination is like a stationary bike. It goes nowhere.
Today’s guest, Dr. Kristi Angevine, will help us understand why ruminating is a habit and how to deconstruct it.
Dr. Kristi Angevine is a board-certified ObGyn and also a certified life coach. She specializes in helping high-achievers change unhelpful habits into intentional ones.
Today, Erika and I spoke with Kristi about habits in general and rumination in particular.
I hope you get as much from this interview as we did. Enjoy.
In This Episode:
01:20Introducing Dr. Kristi Angevine
04:54 Kristi’s background
06:28 Reason why Kristi focuses on habits
13:18 Definition of the habit of rumination
16:43 Why do we ruminate?
19:19 Rumination doesn’t feel like a choice
22:05 Actions that could be done when ruminating
28:31 How to prevent the emergence of rumination
35:10 Examples of helpful resources
44.15 What to do if your inner critic emerges
45.44 Kristi’s childhood memory that she really cherishes
47.42 Connecting with Kristi’s work
Dr. Kristi Angevine
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