How Identity Can Affect How You Deal with Depression or Mental Illness with Kimi Culp
Dec 13, 2022
Explore the journey of healing through identity and how it shapes our struggle with mental illness. Kimi shares her experiences and emphasizes the power of inner dialogue in recovery. The conversation highlights the importance of community, understanding depression's nuances, and fostering adult friendships. They discuss the impact of societal labels and the significance of gratitude on mental health. Additionally, the emotional bond with pets is explored as a source of joy and healing, offering insights into the transformative power of connection.
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Self-Talk's Ripple Effect
Our inner dialogue and self-talk significantly impact how we interact with the world.
This self-perception creates a ripple effect, influencing our relationships for better or worse.
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Openness and Mental Health
Kimi Culp's internal narrative around her mental health shifted after openly discussing her bipolar disorder.
Sharing her diagnosis lessened shame and negativity, bringing lightness to her self-perception.
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Finding Solace in Shared Experiences
Eric Zimmer found solace in reading the Narcotics Anonymous book, as it articulated his internal struggles with addiction.
Hearing others share similar experiences helped him realize he wasn't alone, a powerful step in recovery.
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A Letter to My Dog is a touching tribute to the special relationship between humans and their canine companions. The book features personal letters from dog owners, including celebrities like Hilary Duff and Oprah Winfrey, accompanied by stunning photographs by Robin Layton. It highlights stories of love, loyalty, and perseverance, showcasing the profound impact dogs have on their owners' lives.
In this episode, Eric and Kimi discuss her journey to healing and how the role of identity can be helpful (or not so helpful) when dealing with depression or mental illness.
Kimi Culp is a TV and film producer and is the host of the award winning ALL THE WISER podcast. Kimi’s unique specialty is identifying and developing stories with soul. She has traveled the world interviewing hundreds of people and creating content that motivates people to live a happier, more fulfilling life.
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How Identity Can Affect How You Deal with Depression with Kimi Culp
How her internal narrative shifted when she started talking about her mental illness
The power of knowing we’re not alone in our struggles
Owning the truth of who we are and also not letting it be your entire identity
Understanding that we are many parts of the whole being
The healing journey and how identity can take a more prominent role at the beginning
The nuances of identifying what is depression
How labeling depression can be helpful, but overidentifying with that label can be harmful
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