The 90-Second Emotional Reset

Mindset Monday

Did you know emotions only last 90 seconds?

That’s how long it takes for the chemical reaction to run its course. Anything after that? That’s the story you’re telling yourself.

Here’s how to break the loop:

1. Observe:
Feel it—but just observe. Notice your body. Tense? Hot? Shaky? Name it.

2. Evaluate:
Still feeling it after 90 seconds? You’re stuck in a thought loop—rewriting the story to stay upset. What’s the narrative in your head?

3. Retell:
Flip the script. What’s another way to see it? What’s the silver lining?

New story. New emotion. New outcome.

~ Coach Alex

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P.S. This image illustrates the differences between experiencing life with a positive vs negative mindset.