261 Beyond Self-Care: Reframing Your Mind for True Wellness with Dr. Amber Wardell

Join Wendy Valentine as she chats with Dr. Amber Wardell,
psychologist, Psychology Today contributor, and author of Beyond
Self Care Potato Chips. In this inspiring conversation, Amber
shares the science of reframing our minds, rewiring our neural
networks, and embracing nourishing self-care in a quick-fix
culture. Get ready to ditch those metaphorical “potato chips” and
embrace deeper, more fulfilling self-care that truly supports
your well-being.


 


What You’ll Learn:


The difference between quick-fix self-care and truly
nourishing self-care

How to rewire your brain using “truth trenches”

The impact of perfectionism and how to overcome it

How to identify and release limiting beliefs

Why real self-care isn’t always easy—but it’s worth it

The importance of having honest conversations and building a
trusted support circle



 


Episode Highlights:


Amber’s Journey: Amber shares her inspiration to become a
psychologist, growing up with parents who struggled with mental
health, and her mission to eliminate shame around it.

Unlearning Limiting Beliefs: How childhood experiences shape
beliefs, and how unlearning them is a crucial part of
self-growth.

Truth Trenches Explained: Amber explains her concept of
“Truth Trenches” and how reframing thoughts can rewire the brain.

Identifying Truth vs. Lies: Amber provides practical advice
on how to differentiate between limiting beliefs and reality.

Toxic Self-Care Culture: Amber talks about how social media
often presents self-care in a rigid and unhealthy way.

The Pendulum of Self-Care: How self-care journeys often start
with extremes before finding balance.

True Nourishing Self-Care: Amber shares what real,
sustainable self-care looks like and how to balance quick fixes
with deeper practices.

Self-Care in the Abyss: Amber discusses how self-care needs
to adapt to life’s tougher moments and why “potato chips”
self-care is sometimes necessary.



 


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