How to Find Your Own Happiness

Send us Fan MailIs your inner dialogue sabotaging your potential? Join Alison as she explores the transformative power of self-affirmation and introspection in navigating internal emotional patterns. She will teach you how to take control of your thoughts with positive affirmations like "I am a strategist, I am disciplined, I am organized," and emphasizes the importance of asking three critical questions when facing troubling emotions. Discover how shifting from external blame to internal empowerment can cultivate inner strength, break unhelpful habits, and transform your life into something truly fulfilling.With a look at reparenting yourself and emotion regulation, this episode dives into the emotional complexities rooted in childhood experiences. Alison explains how unresolved trauma can manifest in adulthood, often leading to feelings of inadequacy and emotional turmoil. By integrating our younger, vulnerable selves with our more mature selves, we highlight the healing process and emotional growth that can lead to becoming more whole individuals. Alison also touches on the role of parents, the challenges of parenthood, and the importance of authentic emotional expression.Lastly, embrace empowerment through self-affirmation by taking responsibility for your emotions and choosing your states of being. You’ll learn practical strategies for overcoming negative thought patterns, including the use of positive affirmations and the power of words. Listen to personal anecdotes that highlight these challenges and their effectiveness. Plus, join Mission Awake, a collective effort to combat mediocrity and make a difference. Don’t miss out on the chance to support our podcast, engage with our daily content on Instagram and YouTube, and transform your life through conscious choice and positive thinking.Key highlights:Understanding Internal Feelings for Personal GrowthDevelopment of Negative Beliefs in ChildrenCreating Inner Peace and HappinessOvercoming Negative Thoughts With AffirmationsConnect with Alison:Instagram: @alisonanswers | @lagercounselingWebsite: LagerCounseling.comYouTube: Alison AnswersFacebook: Alison Lager Lcsw CasacPurchase Alison’s book: “The Wake Up Call”Alison Answers Facebook Group: Join HEREWomen of Excellence FB group: Join HEREConnect with Alison:Instagram: @alisonanswers | @lagercounselingWebsite: LagerCounseling.comYouTube: Alison AnswersFacebook: Alison Lager Lcsw CasacPurchase Alison’s book: “The Wake Up Call”Alison Answers Facebook Group: Join HEREWomen of Excellence FB group: Join HERE⚠️ Crisis Resources:Lager Counseling ServicesCall: 516-221-2123Text: (914) 363-0381Wantagh: 3408 Park Ave. Wantagh, NY 11793988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (24/7, free, confidential)Call or text 988 | Visit 988lifeline.org