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In Partial Grudging Defense Of Some Aspects Of Therapy Culture

Astral Codex Ten • 9979 implied HN points • 15 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Therapy Mental health Self-discovery Emotions Personal Growth
  1. Therapy culture emphasizes finding your true self and making changes if needed.
  2. Alexithymia can apply to emotions and preferences, making some individuals disconnected from themselves.
  3. Therapy culture may help individuals access their preferences, but it can also lead to false beliefs about a 'truer self'.

Keeping body and soul together

The Art of Enchantment, with Dr Sharon Blackie • 3913 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mind-Body Connection Embodiment Self-discovery Healing
  1. Listening to our body is important for shedding light on psychological processes and living authentically.
  2. The body and soul are interconnected, and it's essential to integrate them for personal growth and healing.
  3. Bringing body and soul together involves recognizing the body as a collaborator and co-creator in our life journey.

Playing in the ruins

Sasha's 'Newsletter' • 3992 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Personal Growth Acceptance Self-discovery Existentialism Reflection
  1. Facing and accepting the breakdown of expectations can lead to a new way of being, a state of 'Playing in The Ruins'.
  2. Experiencing challenges and destruction can shatter illusions and preconceptions about the future, leading to a more authentic understanding of oneself and life.
  3. Encountering wreckage and failures is a common part of life's journey, and happiness often lies beyond achieving childhood dreams or societal expectations.
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The psychology of midlife

The Art of Enchantment, with Dr Sharon Blackie • 6689 implied HN points • 29 Jul 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Psychology Menopause Self-discovery Transition Emotions
  1. The midlife transition is a period of questioning and self-discovery, often coinciding with perimenopause, leading to existential angst and a search for meaning.
  2. Emotional correlates of the midlife transition can include a decline in happiness, aimlessness, self-doubt, boredom, and concerns about aging and death.
  3. Navigating the midlife transition involves embracing the challenges and exploring synchronicities, dreams, and solitude to find a new story and purpose in life.

Nahid De Belgeonne on tackling a midlife identity crisis

The Shift With Sam Baker • 219 implied HN points • 14 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Self-discovery Body awareness
  1. Feeling lost in midlife is common due to various life changes like career peaking, children growing up, and menopause. It's natural to question who we are at this stage of life.
  2. Our self-image involves more than just physical appearance. It's about understanding our physical sensations, emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. True self-discovery comes from listening to your body, not external pressures.
  3. Instead of chasing external ideals or expecting constant happiness, focus on connecting with your body to navigate your identity crisis. Embrace changes and listen to what your body is telling you.

The Recovering Academic in 2023

The Recovering Academic • 970 implied HN points • 29 Dec 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Self-discovery Personal Growth Emotional Healing Community Building
  1. The author shares their journey of leaving academia and dealing with grief, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and community in the recovery process.
  2. The plan for 2024 includes more thought pieces on higher education, collaboration to build community, original memoir and poetry sharing, and interviews to explore interesting life stories.
  3. Despite challenges, the author looks forward with anticipation, focusing on personal growth, gardening, and embracing individuality in their writing journey.

The Profile: The fading hip-hop mogul & the doctor who made the best short call of 2023

The Profile • 393 implied HN points • 28 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Entrepreneurship Lifestyle Media Success Self-discovery
  1. The book 'What Should I Do With My Life' by Po Bronson shares true stories of people reinventing themselves.
  2. Marcela's story shows the importance of pursuing true passion, even when faced with uncertainty.
  3. Success should be defined on your own terms, resonating with what feels right in your heart.

Learning how to ask for more

Men Yell at Me • 221 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Sexuality Motherhood Relationships Self-discovery Empowerment
  1. Learning how to ask for more in relationships is important for personal growth and fulfillment.
  2. It can be empowering for women to challenge societal norms and ask for more in their lives.
  3. Exploring and understanding one's needs and desires can lead to healthier and more satisfying experiences, especially in intimate relationships.

Cultivating Consciousness at Work With Former Head of Mindfulness At LinkedIn Scott Schute

Consciousness ∞ The Doorway to Human Evolution • 176 implied HN points • 25 Jan 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Consciousness Mindfulness Workplace Community Self-discovery
  1. Integrating consciousness in the business world can lead to personal growth and benefit society.
  2. Bringing mindfulness into the workplace can improve business outcomes.
  3. There is a growing intersection between consciousness and business, with more innovations expected in the future.

#147: Who’s allowed to want kids?

Maybe Baby • 1878 implied HN points • 14 May 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Parenthood Self-discovery Well-being Community support Personal Growth
  1. Exploring the desire for children can lead to self-discovery and realization of societal influences.
  2. Online forums can provide comfort and support for individuals navigating the journey of trying to conceive.
  3. Societal norms and personal ideologies can impact how individuals perceive parenthood and their own desires.

A Logical Case For Throwing the Fear Out

Tessa Fights Robots • 38 implied HN points • 12 Mar 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Destiny Spirituality Beliefs Free will Self-discovery
  1. Courage is innate, and the key is to find and use it, reminding ourselves that we are not accidents or victims, but capable of overcoming challenges and making the world more beautiful.
  2. Reflecting on the contrast between empowering beliefs and institutional views can help us understand the impact of framing human potential negatively.
  3. Facing pain can lead to uncovering our gifts and transforming it into love, as we remember our worth and spiritual validity, ultimately diminishing the power of fear.

My Parents Only Wanted What was Best for Me. Too Bad They Had No Idea What It Was.

Brent and Michael are Going Places • 982 implied HN points • 24 Feb 23
🏝 Travel Personal Growth Transformation Self-discovery Adventure
  1. Travel can be transformative, but some experiences, like being an exchange student, can truly change your life trajectory.
  2. Parents may want the best for you, but their idea of 'best' may not align with your true desires and potential.
  3. Sometimes, meeting people who see you for who you truly are can give you the courage to pursue your dreams and make significant life changes.

When the Mask Drops: Trying, Failing, and Re-Finding Myself

Caravanserai with Samantha Childress • 569 implied HN points • 17 Feb 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Work-life balance Self-discovery Personal Growth Creativity
  1. The author struggled with finding time and headspace to write due to working full-time, but decided to post twice a month to make the newsletter more sustainable.
  2. The author felt like a failure for not keeping up with their original writing goals, but realized that quality is more important than quantity.
  3. By being more sincere at work and letting the 'mask' drop, the author found more freedom to be themselves and write more authentically.