The Ten Most Important Things I Learnt From A Years Worth Of Therapy ( EP 24)

In this episode, I dive deep into the transformative power of therapy and share my personal journey of healing through one year of therapy. I open up about my mental health struggles at university and the stigma I felt around seeking help. Therapy changed my life in ways I didn’t expect, and today, I’m sharing the 10 most important lessons I learned from my experience.I hope that by sharing these lessons, you’ll feel empowered to seek support, understand that your healing journey is unique, and recognize that you are worthy of all the help and healing available to you. Whether it’s through therapy or other outlets, you deserve to feel whole and supported.Key Takeaways:Everyone Deserves Help: We often think our problems aren’t “big enough” to deserve therapy, but everyone is worthy of support, no matter how small or big the struggle.Healing Is Not Linear: There will be ups and downs, but the journey is about progress, not perfection. Every setback is a chance to grow.Self-Processing Emotions: Instead of running to others, learn to process your feelings first. Therapy taught me the importance of sitting with my emotions before sharing them.Your Story Is Not Defined by Negative Experiences: Bad things happen, but they don’t define your worth. It’s important to stop internalizing external events as reflections of who you are.Nervous System Regulation: Mental health is connected to how you treat your body. Learn how taking care of your nervous system can drastically improve your mental well-being.Actionable Steps:1.Seek Support: Whether it’s therapy or another form of self-care, know that seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.2.Practice Self-Processing: Use journaling or voice notes to process your feelings before seeking external validation.3.Focus on Nervous System Health: Implement small habits like somatic shaking, EFT tapping, or breathing exercises to help regulate your nervous system.4.Curate Your Environment: Surround yourself with people, habits, and spaces that make you feel safe and supported.Resources Mentioned:https://mayaraichoora.com/https://markmanson.net/books/everything-is-fuckedsouth asian advocacy on instagram @my.jyotiiibetter help https://www.betterhelp.com/free ai therapy tool: https://calmi.so/mental health with the NHS: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/mental-health-services/Follow Empower Sounds•Instagram: @EmpowerSounds•TikTok: @EmpowerSoundsPodcast•Linktree: linktr.ee/empowersoundsFor inquiries, email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.