The One You Feed How to Find Your Way to Healing, Hope, and Peace with Seth Gillihan
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Feb 9, 2024 Seth Gillihan, a clinical psychologist and author, dives into the transformative power of mindfulness-centered cognitive behavioral therapy. He shares his personal journey of overcoming health challenges, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and acceptance. Listeners will learn how to embrace uncertainty, integrate mindfulness into daily life, and take actionable steps towards healing. Seth also discusses the balance between personal narratives and real-world realities, shedding light on the significance of vulnerability in mental health.
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Two Wolves, Two Associations
- We don't erase negative associations, but rather form new, positive ones.
- Our experience depends on where we focus our attention.
Personal Breakdown and Awakening
- Seth Gillihan experienced health challenges, depression, and suicidal thoughts around age 40.
- This led him to a realization that the end of his "small self" was a beginning of something new.
Therapist's Blind Spot
- Seth Gillihan felt shame about struggling with similar issues he treated as a psychologist.
- He realized he had a blind spot for his own needs.
