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  • Discussing The Chimp Paradox with Dr Sarah Caddy and Dr Lena J. Huins

Discussing The Chimp Paradox with Dr Sarah Caddy and Dr Lena J. Huins

Wednesday 12th June 2024

Dr Sarah Caddy and Dr Lena J. Huins discuss The Chimp Paradox, a mind management model that helps manage emotions and thoughts effectively.
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Mastering Your Mind: The Chimp Paradox Explained

Episode Overview

  • The Chimp Paradox helps recognise and manage your mind's workings.
  • Real-life applications by Dr Sarah Caddy offer relatable insights.
  • Dr Lena J. Huins shares practical advice for avoiding burnout.
  • Understanding the 'chimp' brain can improve emotional control.
  • The model is useful for both personal and professional stress management.
"It's possible to take control and overcome those difficulties we all experience", says Dr Sarah Caddy.
Ever wondered why you react the way you do in stressful situations? This episode of the Practitioner Health Wellbeing Podcast might just have the answers you're looking for. Dr Zaid Al-Najjar sits down with Dr Sarah Caddy from Chimp Management and Dr Lena J. Huins, Consultant Psychiatrist at Practitioner Health, to chat about The Chimp Paradox, a mind management model developed by Professor Steve Peters.
It's all about recognising how your mind works and learning to manage your emotions and thoughts effectively. Sounds intriguing, right? Dr Sarah Caddy shares her journey of juggling roles as a GP, a hospital doctor, and a director at Chimp Management, while being a mum to three kids.
Her real-life application of The Chimp Paradox in both personal and professional settings offers a fascinating glimpse into how this model can help anyone - from elite athletes to NHS staff - navigate their mental landscape. Dr Lena J. Huins also weighs in with her experiences using the model with her patients at Practitioner Health. She highlights how understanding the 'chimp' part of our brain can make a world of difference in managing stress and avoiding burnout.
Lena’s anecdotes about her own family life and work add a relatable touch to the discussion, making complex psychological concepts accessible to everyone. This episode isn't just for healthcare professionals; it's packed with practical advice that can benefit anyone dealing with stress or emotional turmoil. The Chimp Paradox offers a simple yet powerful framework for better mental health. So, why not give it a listen and see if it resonates with you?
Take a moment to reflect on how you handle stress and consider if this model could help you manage your emotions better. It might just be the tool you need to make a positive change in your life.