Disconnect from negative body image triggers on social media and focus on activities that make you feel good and reconnect with your body.
Use heartbreak as an opportunity for personal growth, channeling emotions into creative outlets and taking time to heal and establish self-worth.
Deep dives
Building Self-Confidence and Overcoming Insecurities
If you're feeling upset about your body image, try to distance yourself from social media and unfollow accounts that trigger negative thoughts. Redirect your energy into activities that make you feel good and focus on your hobbies and passions that are separate from your appearance. Surround yourself with positive influences and engage in activities that allow you to reconnect with your body in a non-judgmental way. Remember that your worth is not solely defined by your physical appearance, but by the unique qualities and traits that make you who you are.
Dealing with Heartbreak and Moving On
Heartbreak is a challenging experience, but it also provides an opportunity for personal growth. Allow yourself to feel the pain and emotions, but try to channel that energy into creative and productive outlets. Engage in activities that help you regain a sense of identity and reconnect with yourself. Take time to reflect, heal, and establish a solid foundation of self-worth. Remember that healing is a process and that time will eventually help you move forward.
Overcoming Attachments and Moving at Your Own Pace
If you find yourself getting attached quickly, reflect on your attachment style and consider whether it's rooted in unresolved emotional trauma or unrealistic expectations. Set clear boundaries with yourself and make decisions based on what is truly right for you rather than seeking validation from others. Take your time in developing connections and focus on building a strong foundation of self-love and self-worth.
Cultivating Self-Worth Beyond Productivity
Society often emphasizes productivity and achievement as measures of self-worth, but it's important to recognize and value other aspects of your life. Challenge the idea that your worth is solely tied to how much you produce or perform at work or school. Find joy in slow and mindful activities, set aside time for non-productive hobbies, and surround yourself with people who appreciate you for who you are, not just what you achieve. Practice self-compassion and prioritize activities that align with your values and bring you genuine happiness.
HAPPY 100th EPISODE! In this week's episode, we are celebrating two very special milestones - 100 episodes of The Psychology of your 20s and the 2 year anniversary of the show. I decided to sit down and answer some of your questions around what I've learned from this experience, what advice I would give, how I'm going, my future plans, why heartbreak gave me the best gift I could have asked for and give some lighting round advice to my most asked questions.
I want to say a huge thank you for all the support and love this show has received. It had such humble beginnings. I started it as an audio journal to just talk about my 20s and now its my full time job and my greatest passion. Your support means the world, thank you to all my listeners, new and old for the way you changed my life! Listen now for more sappy reflections.