Psychology Has It Backwards Episode 122: Getting Lost in the Memory Library
May 6, 2023
Explore how our memories can weigh us down, making it hard to find new solutions. Learn to embrace the present while acknowledging past traumas, fostering emotional healing. A young woman shares her harrowing story of resilience after being abducted, transforming her pain into empowerment. Discover the importance of reframing trauma and detaching it from self-identity, empowering you to reconnect with the present. Embrace the wonder of the moment, like children do, and turn negative thinking into paths toward happiness.
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Shifting Focus from Past Trauma
- Redirect your attention to the present moment when dwelling on painful memories.
- Focus on immediate surroundings, like a scratch on a window, to ground yourself.
Trauma and Healing
- Thinking about trauma won't bring healing; ignoring it isn't the solution either.
- Acknowledge the past but don't dwell on it, especially when distressed.
A Story of Resilience
- Judy Setchman recounts a story about a girl who survived a brutal attack.
- The girl chose not to dwell on the past, refusing to give her attacker more of her life.