She Knows All of Yes Theory’s Secrets (Yes Theory Team Therapist)
Sep 28, 2023
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Bonnie, a UCLA therapist and Yes Theory team therapist, joins the podcast to discuss self-care, forming connections, breaking cycles, combating loneliness, intentional socializing, and managing anxiety through positive self-talk and inner child work.
Self-care is crucial for personal well-being and enables individuals to better help others.
Therapy serves as a tool for self-discovery, understanding, and promoting positive change.
Deep dives
The importance of self-care and personal well-being
The podcast episode emphasizes the significance of taking time for oneself and engaging in activities that bring joy and relaxation. The speaker highlights how self-care is essential for personal well-being and how it actually enables individuals to better help others. The conversation delves into the concept of finding balance between personal needs and responsibilities, illustrating that taking care of oneself is not selfish but rather crucial for being able to effectively support and assist others.
Exploring therapy and its benefits
The podcast episode explores the topic of therapy and highlights its benefits, particularly for individuals who are new to therapy or are considering it. The speaker discusses the importance of finding a therapist with whom one feels comfortable and explains that therapy serves as a tool for self-discovery and understanding. It is described as a process that helps individuals uncover and address underlying patterns and conditioning that may be negatively impacting their well-being. The conversation emphasizes the role of therapy in developing self-awareness, promoting positive change, and providing support.
The impact of childhood experiences and trauma
The episode delves into the effects of childhood experiences and trauma on individuals' mental and emotional well-being. It highlights how early life experiences can shape identity, behaviors, and relationships. The speaker discusses different forms of trauma, including covert trauma, and emphasizes that trauma is not solely limited to extreme events. The conversation underscores the importance of understanding the impact of past experiences and how they contribute to patterns of thinking and behavior in adulthood. It emphasizes that healing and self-growth are possible through therapy and self-awareness.
Addressing loneliness and cultivating connections
The episode touches on the issue of loneliness and the growing sense of isolation prevalent in today's world. The speaker acknowledges the loneliness epidemic and encourages individuals to take action in order to build connections and combat social isolation. Suggestions are made, such as participating in meetups, taking classes, or engaging in community service to meet new people. The importance of being intentional and present in building relationships is highlighted, and the speaker emphasizes the significance of understanding oneself and seeking therapy or coaching to navigate feelings of loneliness.
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Hey all,
I wanted to introduce you to one of my best friends, Bonnie. Bonnie is a therapist at UCLA and since 2018, has been not only a friend but also pretty much the Yes Theory team therapist. She is a huge part of the book as she’s been an instrumental part of mine and Yes Theory’s growth. For those of you who plan on getting the book, I think this will be especially cool since you’ll get to actually see who she is.
Enjoy!
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