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(#241) Breaking through the stigma of mental health in the spiritual community with Gabby Bernstein

May 29, 2022

Bestselling author and speaker on spirituality and personal development, Gabby Bernstein, joins the podcast to discuss breaking the stigma of mental health in the spiritual community. She shares her journey of uncovering deep trauma wounds and how it inspired her book, Happy Days. Gabby dives into the importance of healing, discusses coping mechanisms for trauma, and highlights the stigma surrounding antidepressants in the spiritual community. A must-listen for those seeking relief and permission to explore different modalities for healing and manifesting a more peaceful life.

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Gabby Bernstein emphasizes the need to break the stigma surrounding mental health and antidepressants in the spiritual community, sharing her own experience with postpartum depression.

Gabby emphasizes the importance of embracing a blend of Western medicine and spiritual practices, highlighting the significance of recognizing and addressing trauma in order to rewrite the script of one's life.

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The Importance of Addressing Mental Health Stigma in the Spiritual Community

In this podcast episode, Gabby Bernstein discusses the stigma surrounding mental health and the use of antidepressants in the spiritual community. She shares her personal experience with postpartum depression and how the stigma almost took her life. Gabby emphasizes the importance of seeking proper diagnosis and support, acknowledging that medication can be a vital tool for individuals struggling with mental health. She encourages listeners to prioritize their well-being and find the right therapeutic practices that resonate with them.

Introduction

4min

Exploring the Inspiration Behind Gabby's Book on Trauma Recovery

2min

Trauma, Coping Mechanisms, and Healing

11min

Leaning into What Resonates and Dealing with Trauma during Pregnancy

2min

Breaking the Stigma: Antidepressants in the Spiritual Community

14min

Wrapping Up with Inspiring Guest Gabby Bernstein

2min

Today, I have the one and only Gabby Bernstein joining me, no big deal! Gabby talks all about her recent journey uncovering deep trauma wounds and how that journey inspired her to help you manifest a happier, more joyful, more peaceful life through healing in her newest book, Happy Days. Gabby passionately dives into breaking the stigma of mental health and antidepressants. She also talks about how the stigma of antidepressants in the spiritual community almost took her life when she was just four months postpartum with her son. I believe that Gabby's journey and her stance on medication will bring you the relief and permission you may have been looking for. Gabby brings on another modality to help you heal and dive into the deeper trauma, Shadow Work, uncovering unconscious emotions and things that are currently holding you back from manifesting the peaceful, beautiful life that you're looking for. I know that there's a reason we came together to record this episode. Without further ado, let's dive into today's show.

Gabby Bernstein, is a #1 New York Times best-selling author of nine books including Happy Days. For over sixteen years, Gabby Bernstein has been transforming lives—including her own. The #1 New York Times best-selling author has penned nine books, including The Universe Has Your Back, Super Attractor, and her latest, Happy Days. In her weekly podcast, Dear Gabby, she offers up real-time coaching, straight talk, and conversations about personal growth and spirituality with unique and inspiring guests. What started as hosting intimate conversations with twenty people in her New York City apartment, Gabby has grown into speaking to tens of thousands in sold-out venues throughout the world.

Gabby was featured on Oprah’s SuperSoul Sunday as a “next-generation thought leader.” The Oprah Winfrey Network chose Gabby to be part of the “SuperSoul 100,” a dynamic group of trailblazers whose vision and life’s work are bringing a higher level of consciousness to the world. The New York Times identified Gabby as “a new role model.” She co-hosted the Guinness World Records’ largest guided meditation with Deepak Chopra, and appears regularly as an expert on TODAY and Good Morning America, among other publications. She connects with her community through her books, her Miracle Membership, and her podcast Dear Gabby. To learn more about Gabby, visit gabbybernstein.com.

In this episode, Gabby and I talk all about the stigma of mental health in the spiritual community! Please be sure to tag me @manifestationbabe on Instagram and Gabby @gabbybernstein and share this episode with your community to spread the word If you or someone you know has benefited from this episode! I am curious to hear all about your experience. Also, be sure to leave a review on iTunes in order to receive a free manifestation hypnosis. Just screenshot it before submitting it and email it to my team at hello@manifestationbabe.com and I will see you in the next episode.

In This Episode You Will Learn :

Why Gabby wrote a book about trauma and trauma recovery (5:18)

What happens to people when they discover their inner peace and freedom (8:13)

Gabby’s advice for someone who wants to start therapy (14:33)

Gabby’s journey with antidepressants (20:00)

Questions We Answer:

What is “big t” and “little t” trauma? (6:13)

What is IFS therapy? (10:25)

What is manifestation really about? (29:32)

Links/Resources

Follow Gabby on Instagram!

Gabby’s Happy Days Book