How to End Self-Criticism & Embrace Self-Compassion with Dr. Emma Seppälä

Dr. Emma Seppälä is a renowned author and psychologist from Yale
and Stanford University she delves into the concepts of
intuition, emotional and mental sovereignty, and how to liberate
ourselves from societal and self-imposed constraints. Along with
Dr. Stephanie, they discuss the impact of trauma, self-loathing
vs. self-compassion, intrinsic worthiness, and methods for
deprogramming negative imprints through gratitude, breathwork,
meditation, and forgiveness. This episode offers valuable advice,
especially for women navigating perimenopause and menopause, on
managing stress and reclaiming their intuitive strength. Tune in
for an enlightening conversation aimed at improving your
relationship with yourself and enhancing emotional well-being.


Episode Overview:
0:00 Intro/Teaser
1:27 Guest Introduction: Dr. Emma Seppälä
4:24 Exploring Emotional Sovereignty
5:24 Impact of Self-Criticism and Self-Loathing
7:11 The Power of Self-Compassion
8:11 Claiming Sovereignty Through Self-Love
11:28 Steps to Deprogram Self-Loathing
14:40 Overcoming Shame Through Awareness
18:03 Transitioning from Self-Criticism to Self-Awareness
22:53 Harnessing the Therapeutic Power of Breathwork
30:14 The Healing Potential of Breathing
31:28 Unveiling Trauma Imprints Through Triggers
34:44 The Power of a Clean House
36:11 Victimhood and Self-Perpetration
38:01 The Story of a Resilient Veteran
47:32 The Wisdom of Forgiveness
48:28 Positive Relational Energy in Action
49:47 Trusting Your Intuition
1:02:41 Strengthening Your Intuition Muscle


Resources mentioned in this episode:


Dr. Seppälä's latest book, SOVEREIGN: Reclaim Your Freedom,
Energy, and Power in a Time of Distraction, Uncertainty, and
Chaos - https://www.hayhouse.com/sovereign-ebook


Breathing-Based Meditation Decreases Posttraumatic Stress
Disorder Symptoms in U.S. Military Veterans: A Randomized
Controlled Longitudinal Study -
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/265091197


Breathing Technique Shown Effective For Trauma  -
https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/feeling-it/202209/breathing-technique-shown-effective-trauma


Should I Go With My Gut? Investigating the Benefits of
Emotion-Focused Decision Making -
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/51189959


Bio:


Dr. Emma Seppälä, a psychologist and researcher with dual
appointments at Yale and Stanford, draws on ground-breaking new
research from psychology, neuroscience, and leadership science,
Dr. Seppälä introduces the new concept of “psychological
sovereignty” to help people reclaim agency in every area of their
life. Her book, Sovereign, offers a framework made for these
times of uncertainty and anxiety. Find out more at
https://www.iamsov.com/ 


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