62: How to Stop Asking Yourself, “What Will They Think?”EmbedEdit
How much time and mental energy are you wasting trying to impress or please others?
If you struggle to relax and be yourself at work or with friends, this episode is for you.
In this episode of the Therapy Explained Podcast, I dive into the importance of living authentically despite societal pressures to conform. We'll explore how pursuing acceptance by projecting different versions of ourselves can be exhausting and unsustainable.
Today, I’m sharing:
Why fitting in feels like life or death (spoiler alert: it’s the way you’re wired)
Baby steps that’ll help you stop wasting precious time and energy people-pleasing
Simple hacks to squash overthinking so you can show the real YOU with confidence
Understanding how societal pressures affect self-projection and authenticity
Learning to set healthy boundaries to protect yourself and build trust
Embracing vulnerability to foster deep connections
Developing 'grounded confidence' through self-acceptance and compassion
Balancing the paradox of vulnerability being both intimidating and courageous
Additionally, I'll introduce the Dare to Lead workshop based on Dr. Brené Brown's research, which is useful for everyone looking to embrace vulnerability and lead with authenticity.
Tune in to this episode for tips on how to reframe your brain to stop people-pleasing others!
Time Stamps:
00:00 Introduction to Therapy Explained Podcast
00:25 The Importance of Authenticity
03:29 Recognizing Inauthentic Behavior
04:42 The Armor of Perfectionism
07:08 Embracing True Belonging
10:16 Developing Grounded Confidence
11:49 Embracing Imperfection
12:33 Living Authentically
16:20 Creating Boundaries
19:35 The Power of Vulnerability
21:00 Join the Dare to Lead Workshop
22:01 Conclusion and Next Steps
