We Can Do Hard Things 7 Questions To Reclaim Yourself with Dr. Thema Bryant
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May 22, 2025 
Dr. Thema Bryant, a psychologist and author of "Matters of the Heart," focuses on rebuilding relationships with oneself as a key to connecting with others. She shares insights on embracing grief as a pathway to healing and emphasizes the importance of self-sovereignty. The conversation also touches on resisting societal chaos, navigating vulnerability, and the need for gentleness in personal growth. Throughout, Dr. Bryant inspires listeners to prioritize self-care and authenticity in their journeys.
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Reclaiming the True Self
- We often mistake our wounded self as our whole self and miss the potential for who we can become.
- Healing requires acknowledging grief and reclaiming the self that was never allowed to fully emerge.
Use Sacred Pause for Self-Truth
- Slow down and tell yourself the truth about your emotional and physical wellbeing regularly.
- Assess how you are living to understand the condition of your heart and true needs.
Practice Gentleness as Resistance
- Cultivate gentleness and surrounding yourself with people who calm your nervous system.
- Become a sanctuary of gentleness for others to create safe emotional spaces.
