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What do you really yearn for? According to Steven Hayes and Joseph Ciarrochi, humans have 6 core yearnings that guide our behavior towards or away from psychological flexibility.

In this episode, you will explore:

Our natural yearnings, how they shape our behaviors and psychological reflexes, and the insight required to align our actions with our core values.
The role of agency and the desire for purpose in our lives
Our inherent desire to feel a broad spectrum of emotions, even those perceived as negative
The importance of staying present and grounded as a foundation for taking purposive, value-driven steps in our lives.

Listen to hear how these yearnings can get misdirected and how to harness them to “feel better,” live better, and connect.

About Steven Hayes

Dr. Steven Hayes is a professor of psychology at the University of Nevada at Reno. He has revolutionized the field of Clinical Psychology and has been listed as the 30th highest-impact psychologist in the world. Dr. Hayes has authored 47 books and nearly 670 scientific articles. He has dedicated his career to the understanding and alleviation of human suffering–leading studies on everything from peak performance in sports to how to promote mental health in refugees and trauma survivors.

About Joseph Ciarrochi

Professor Joseph Ciarrochi has published over 150 scientific journal articles and many influential books, including The Weight Escape, Your Life, Your Way, Emotional Intelligence in Everyday Life, and Mindfulness, Acceptance, and Positive Psychology: The seven foundations of well-being. He has been rated as one of the most influential scientists in the world, and his most recent book is called What Makes You Stronger: How to thrive in the face of uncertainty using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with Louise Hayes and Ann Bailey.