The Calm Confidence Podcast (Formerly the "Therapy on Tap Podcast") How To Like Yourself
Dec 22, 2024
Discover the complexities of self-acceptance and why liking yourself can be challenging. Charles Perry explores how many traits are beyond our control, encouraging acceptance of our unique identities. He questions the origins of our interests and advocates for allowing emotions to surface without judgment. Learn about the power of self-forgiveness for past actions and practical steps to reclaim lost interests. Embrace compassion for yourself as you navigate the journey of self-discovery and acceptance.
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Reject Judgments About Fixed Traits
- Most traits people judge you for (height, skin, voice) are out of your control and not worth self-judgment.
- Charles Perry says judging those traits is foolish because you'd be the same if born in their shoes.
Test Interests Without Prejudgment
- Try being open-minded to interests you assume you dislike and test them without judgment.
- Charles Perry recommends experiencing things first instead of pre-judging them based on others.
Childhood Preferences Arise Naturally
- Charles Perry describes his nephew naturally gravitating to Transformers, dinosaurs, and NASCAR despite family disinterest.
- The story shows preferences often arise without parental or cultural instruction.
