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GUEST SERIES | Dr. Paul Conti: How to Understand & Assess Your Mental Health

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Sep 6, 2023
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Paul Conti
Dr. Paul Conti, a psychiatrist and founder of Pacific Premier Group, dives deep into mental health. He explains the importance of understanding both conscious and unconscious mind dynamics. Listeners learn about the roots of anxiety and self-perception, while uncovering their own character structures and defense mechanisms. The conversation also touches on agency, gratitude, and how they contribute to fulfillment. Dr. Conti offers practical tools for reshaping negative thought patterns, emphasizing the journey of self-exploration and the impact of healthy communication.
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Healthy Self

  • A healthy self approaches life with agency and gratitude, built upon empowerment and humility.
  • These qualities are key to happiness and well-being, regardless of external factors.
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Mental Health Parallels

  • Mental health, like physical health, has underlying structures and functions.
  • Understanding these components allows for targeted improvements, similar to physical training.
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Structure of Self

  • The self comprises the unconscious, conscious mind, defenses, character structure, and the "self."
  • The unconscious feeds the conscious, defenses protect it, shaping character structure and ultimately the self.
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