Unstressable with Helen Marie - Unraveling Ourselves
May 11, 2024
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Therapist and mountain climber Helen Marie discusses trauma, EMDR therapy, childhood trauma, boundaries, and self-reflection in a profound conversation on emotional healing and personal growth.
Helen Marie advocates for choosing oneself and prioritizing inner understanding and courage to navigate life challenges and ingrained life scripts.
Helen Marie emphasizes the significance of self-care and setting boundaries in relationships, stressing the necessity of self-imposed boundaries and exploring tools to cope with overwhelming situations.
Mo and Helen Marie highlight the transformative power of authenticity, mental well-being, and intentional choices aligned with personal values for a more fulfilling and balanced life.
Deep dives
Choosing the Path to Healing Trauma Through Self-Work
Helen Marie, a trauma therapist, specializes in guiding individuals through self-discovery to navigate life challenges and ingrained life scripts. She emphasizes choosing oneself and prioritizing inner understanding and courage, as illustrated in her upcoming book, 'Choose You'. This approach aims to empower individuals to prioritize self-care and develop healthier ways to cope with trauma and stress.
Resisting Social Media Pressure and Embracing Authenticity
Helen Marie and Mo discuss the societal emphasis on self-promotion and the challenge of maintaining authenticity in a social media-driven world. They explore the value of prioritizing others over self-disclosure, highlighting the importance of humility and focusing on clients' well-being. The conversation delves into the complexities of balancing personal promotion with genuine connection.
Embracing Self-Care and Understanding the Importance of Boundaries
The discussion emphasizes the significance of self-care and setting boundaries in relationships. Helen Marie stresses the necessity of self-imposed boundaries and exploring tools to cope with overwhelming situations. By prioritizing self-care and maintaining clear boundaries, individuals can effectively navigate challenging relationships and protect their well-being.
Navigating Trauma Healing Through Self-Soothing Techniques
Helen Marie shares transformational stories of clients who have shifted from unhealthy self-soothing habits to healthier coping mechanisms. Through nurturing self-awareness and empowering clients to make healthier choices, individuals can break free from destructive patterns and embrace positive change. The conversation highlights the healing power of choosing oneself and fostering self-compassion.
Choosing Authenticity and Prioritizing Mental Well-Being
Mo and Helen Marie advocate for the transformative power of choosing authenticity and prioritizing mental well-being. They explore the journey of embracing self-acceptance, setting clear boundaries, and fostering healthy relationships. The conversation underscores the importance of making intentional choices aligned with personal values and mental health, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling and balanced life.
In our ongoing Unstressable series, today I’m joined by the remarkable Helen Marie, a therapist who has dedicated her life to helping individuals navigate through their trauma toward a path of healing. While many of you might recognize her from her public seminars and writings on emotional recovery, there’s much about Helen that remains beneath the surface.As an avid mountain climber, a hobby that she describes as a metaphor for her approach to therapy—focusing on one small step at a tim...
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