Why successful women are often crippled by self doubt

summaryIn this episode of Resilience Brilliance, Jena Taylor speaks with Kristine B. Jensen, a licensed psychotherapist, about her journey into therapy, the impact of childhood shame, and the hidden costs of perfectionism. They discuss the importance of self-compassion, the challenges of imposter syndrome, and how to combat the inner critic. Kristine shares insights on healing without confrontation and emphasizes the significance of emotional support in overcoming trauma. The conversation concludes with Kristine's reflections on her book and the importance of resilience in reclaiming one's life.  takeaways Resilience is a muscle that can be built over time.Childhood experiences significantly shape our self-worth and emotional health.Perfectionism can lead to a lack of joy and connection in life.Imposter syndrome affects many successful individuals, leading to feelings of inadequacy.Self-compassion is crucial for healing and personal growth.Recognizing and challenging the inner critic is essential for mental well-being.Healing does not always require confrontation or reconciliation with others.Emotional neglect can be as damaging as overt trauma.Practicing gratitude and accepting compliments can improve self-esteem.Sharing our stories can help others, but we must be mindful of how we do it.  sound bites"I had to start from scratch.""We can manage our minds.""Healing is an inside job."Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Resilience Brilliance08:33 The Hidden Cost of Perfectionism14:22 Imposter Syndrome and Self-Acceptance20:12 Combating Shame Speak and Inner Critic28:50 The Power of Compliments and Love35:45 The Importance of Self-Compassion41:50 Guilt vs. Shame: Understanding Our Emotions Live resilience training with Jena Taylorhttps://pages.resiliencebrilliance.co/webinarResilience Cheat Sheet:https://www.resiliencebrilliance.co/resilience-cheat-sheet/ LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/jenniferltaylorInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/resiliencebrilliance/ Kristine JensenWebsite:https://kristine-jensen.com/ LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kristine-jensen-203a09129/Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/kristinejensen7/ Book:Bruised Not Broken: Healing the Shame of a Troubled Childhoodhttps://amzn.to/4b4N0Tfkeywordsresilience, childhood shame, perfectionism, imposter syndrome, self-worth, healing, mental health, therapy, self-compassion, emotional neglect