Rewriting Your Inner Dialogue in Midlife: What You Say To Yourself Matters
Meegan Cares About MidlifeShow Notes
"Healing is not that we never have another negative feeling or get triggered again. The reality of healing is that we learn not to abandon ourselves and stay connected, even in difficult moments."
None of us are immune to harmful inner dialogue - words we would never say to a friend, or even an enemy! On this week's episode, we dive into why self-talk is important, how it shapes our beliefs, emotions, and actions, and the roots of our inner dialogue.
We're not just talking about affirmations here, but the deeper psychological patterns that influence our relationship with ourselves and the world.
We explore the impact of self-talk on our worthiness, resilience, and overall well-being, providing you with the tools to build a healthier mindset and approach to self-talk in this vibrant second chapter of life.
We'll explore the psychological and physiological effects of negative self-talk, why it worsens in perimenopause and menopause, and what we can do to transform it. Plus, I'll share a super helpful takeaway exercise to get you started.
Join us as we revolutionise the way we talk about midlife and embrace empowerment and self-discovery.
Got questions or insights to share from your own menopause journey? Reach out to me and let's continue this conversation. Visit my website to learn more about the episode and join my midlife community.
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