Radio Headspace Meeting The Outer Enemy
Jan 26, 2026
A personal story of childhood exclusion and how early wounds shape self-worth. Anecdotes about a shifting friendship that turned into social control. Reflections on meeting similar dynamics later in life at work. Practical framing of the 'outer enemy' and a short practice for responding with choice and resilience.
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Childhood Exclusion That Stung
- Rosie recounts moving schools in sixth grade and meeting a popular girl who initially befriended her.
- That friendship turned into social exclusion and manipulation that left her feeling at fault and withdrawn.
Outer Enemy And Locus Of Control
- Rosie explains the concept of the outer enemy as people or situations that harm us and push us toward an external locus of control.
- Shifting focus back to what we can control helps build resilience even when bullying is painful.
Adult Replay Of Childhood Dynamics
- In her 20s Rosie faced similar exclusion in her first management role in the beauty industry.
- The experience echoed sixth grade feelings but taught her to rely on past resilience and to separate her worth from others' treatment.
