The Power of Bittersweet Emotions | Jim Kwik & Susan Cain

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What is the power of a having bittersweet outlook? To explore this topic deeper, I’m thrilled to have bestselling author Susan Cain on our show today.
If you’re like most people, you’ve probably felt the pressure to always look on the bright side and act happy no matter what. While there is a place for optimism and positivity, you may actually be doing yourself a terrible disservice by burying your sad and melancholy feelings all the time.
Susan is the author of "QUIET: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking and Quiet Power: The Secret Strengths of Introverts." Through her powerful TED talk, she has helped millions of introverts feel seen and understood.
In her latest book "Bittersweet: How Sorrow and Longing Make Us Whole", she discovered that sadness and melancholy are key to achieving transcendence and feeling connected to others.
Susan’s journey began by wanting to understand why people are drawn to rainy days and sad songs. She discovered that tapping into those bittersweet emotions can help you open your heart and see the world through new eyes. Listen in as Susan explains how finding beauty in sorrow, heartache, and longing can help you feel less alone.
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Show Notes:
0:00 Intro
1:30 The power of bittersweet
3:32 Why there's beauty in sorrow
7:06 The wisdom that comes with the fragility of life
8:42 Who the book "Bittersweet" is for
10:53 What you see is not always what it seems
13:19 Embrace your life changes
14:54 What to do when the pain comes
18:30 About Susan Cain
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[@JimKwik]

Do you find comfort or inspiration on a rainy day? ❤

[@RuthsCarpeDiem]

Yes I do ❤️

[@pacific2123]

I find peace

[@ASmoothCaramel]

comfort for sure

[@EE-hx3hp]

Sorry I have a question that's not related to the book... Well you try to have your learning methods taught in public and private schools?

[@donmurky]

I definitely find comfort and catharsis in melancholic music. Wish You Were Here has a special place in heart.

[@JourneyTherapyLLC]

I was thinking about the reason for the tears in those moments. For me it's because it's the first time I have experienced this beautiful (to me) thing, and it is also possibly the last time. Thank you for this! :)

[@KezziyaRaygne]

I'm fully and totally in love with someone I cant be with, it's the most bittersweet experience I've had. ✨

[@MonkyDollqueen]

Everybody needs just a little love, lots of hope and unshakable faith.

[@mclenowski]

I love everything you’ve just talked about. Susan, you have given me freedom with this second book just like you did with the first. 💗

[@RuthsCarpeDiem]

Hi I'm Ruth from Norway. I was so happy for this Jim. Thank you so much❤️🙋‍♀️💞

[@progressandproductivity]

great video. Loved it. Happiness isn't feeling good, it's finding someting that's more important than feeling good

[@TheGoofygirl67]

This book so completely spoke to me ❤ my melancholy music love is Charles Aznavour.

[@Elevateyourlife100]

Thank you so much🤩 Jim😍

[@stephanvaleros9948]

Thanks for such an uplifting and insightful conversation! As someone who regularly ugly cries at Pixar and anime soundtracks, a lot of things clicked haha. Excited to read this book and watch the TedTalk now!

[@aromalsbabu8896]

We have all positive and negative traits within us. It is which side we pay attention. When we let the auto mode take control our lives, we are same as animals -- action with minimum thought process.

[@RuthsCarpeDiem]

I share to one of my best friend in Norway. She was so happy to know about this.😊😊😉🙋‍♀️💞

[@JimKwik]

Thank you 😊

[@RuthsCarpeDiem]

I'm so happy I found this book in Norwegian. ❤️❤️❤️

[@gloriasolorzano_official9539]

You are AMAZING

[@newformats9570]

Nice book and a nice lady, she's right

[@malakwalid852]

Heyy! Why did you stop the kwik everyday challenges?

[@SidharthPandey-yk6hs]

A very small summary could help me😅😅

[@SidharthPandey-yk6hs]

Unable to get it

[@DJSTOEK]

😷🕺👽

[@tufan_now]

and her ancestor killed Abel... ;)