Today John and Henry discuss the importance of acceptance and living a valued life. They explore the concept of choosing to engage with beneficial thoughts and the power of reframing language. They emphasize the need for emotional awareness and the willingness to be uncomfortable in order to navigate through life's challenges. The conversation also touches on the role of mindfulness education and the urge to help and share knowledge. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of choosing how to live in the face of suffering and the power of shifting focus and vocabulary.  John discusses the human side of experts and the trap of perfection. He highlights the benefits of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in understanding and relating to our thoughts. John emphasizes the importance of accepting thoughts rather than trying to get rid of them. He also explores the concept of the mind's delete button and the acceptance that thoughts cannot be erased.    Takeaways

• Acceptance is about being okay with whatever is happening in your life at the moment and making value choices to live your life how you want to.
• Choosing to engage with beneficial thoughts and focusing on a valued life can help navigate through anxiety and challenges.
• Reframing language and self-programming can help shift focus and choose how to experience life.
• Emotional awareness and the willingness to be uncomfortable are key in living a valued life.
• Mindfulness education should be taught from an early age to help individuals navigate through life's challenges. Experts are human beings and experience the same struggles and imperfections as everyone else.
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a valuable tool for understanding and relating to our thoughts.
• Rather than trying to get rid of thoughts, it is more helpful to accept them and focus on engaging in activities that align with our values.
• There is no delete button for thoughts, and accepting their presence is key to navigating through them.