Bad Poetry with Margaret Bryden

Margaret Bryden, a licensed clinical mental health counselor, discusses the power of poetry in mental health, childhood curiosity, emotional expression, the impact of loneliness, existentialism, and understanding shame and therapy. The conversation explores the therapeutic benefits of bad poetry as a tool for self-expression and emotional healing. It delves into the emotional impact of writing, the dangers of relying on AI for emotional support, and the importance of holding space for others. The power of self-expression and the healing potential of bad poetry are highlighted throughout the conversation.TakeawaysThe use of poetry as a tool for emotional expression and understanding in mental health.The importance of connection and understanding shame in therapy. The therapeutic benefits of bad poetryThe importance of self-expression and holding space for othersChapters00:00 The Power of Poetry in Mental Health02:12 Childhood Curiosity and Identity03:23 Emotional Expression and Gender Stereotypes04:47 The Importance of Expressing Emotions09:27 The Impact of Loneliness and Connection20:25 Existentialism and Personal Meaning22:10 Understanding Shame and Therapy27:18 The Power of Bad Poetry29:32 Discovering Poetry as a Therapeutic Tool33:07 Silencing the Inner Critic with Bad Poetry37:27 The Emotional Impact of Writing and Sharing46:53 The Dangers of AI and the Importance of Self-Expression52:37 The Healing Power of Holding SpaceConnect with Margaret here all socials https://www.sageinsighttherapy.com/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61586527275910https://www.instagram.com/sage_insight_therapy/https://www.linkedin.com/in/margaretbrydenGo purchase the new Book here https://a.co/d/0eEZrS62