The 90-Second Rule

Overview

You stayed angry for days? No, you stayed angry for 90 seconds, repeated 2000 times.

Definition

The chemical lifespan of an emotion is 90 seconds. Anything else is rumination.

The Science

Chemical Flushing

It takes 90 seconds for the vascular system to flush stress chemicals.

The Practice

The Countdown

1. Trigger.
2. Start clock.
3. Feel the flush.
4. Don't add fuel.
5. Drop.

Common Pitfalls

• Venting (rehearsing rage).
• Judging the anger.

Key Takeaway

You are the gatekeeper of your suffering.