The One You Feed Understanding Identity and How Our Past Shapes Who We Become with Catherine Gray
Nov 8, 2024
Catherine Gray, a bestselling author known for her memoirs and debut novel "Versions of a Girl," dives deep into the complex interplay of identity and the impact of past experiences. She shares her transition from non-fiction to fiction, emphasizing how small decisions shape our lives. The discussion spans the battle between nature and nurture, the intricacies of parenting amid societal pressures, and strategies for overcoming people-pleasing tendencies. Catherine also highlights the unique paths to recovery from addiction, reminding us that while our past influences us, we hold the power to define our futures.
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Gratitude Practice
- Counter a negative mindset by focusing on gratitude.
- Write down positive things nightly to improve mental well-being.
Postpartum Rage
- Catherine Gray experienced postpartum rage, not depression, after her daughter's birth.
- This rage manifested as irritability and throwing food.
Parental Influence
- A dominant parent and home life can shape a child's trajectory.
- Catherine Gray's novel explores how different parenting styles influence a single character's diverging paths.
