Happy Smiling People

Ep. 80 - Anna Mathur - Why Are People So Lonely?

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Show Notes

Anna Mathur is a psychotherapist, psychoeducator and author. In this episode we discuss: where self-worth comes from, what burn out is and how it impacts our self-perception, the loneliness epidemic and why so many people are suffering from loneliness, the risks of Chat GPT therapy, the impact of the lack of boundaries in the digital world. advice to those recovering from burnout, what success looks like to Anna, and much more. My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereillyFind Anna Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annamathur/?hl=enWebsite: https://www.annamathur.com/Timestamps: 00:00 what is self worth and where does it come from 08:00 the wellness movement 17:00 your inner dialogue 20:00 what is burn out and how does it link with self worth 23:00 we are wasting our social energy on social media 26:30 has the demand for therapy increased because people are lonelier 27:00 the ethical challenges of chat GPT therapy 28:20 explaining why there is a loneliness epidemic - why are we so lonely? 32:00 the dangerous side to chat GPT 35:00 the freedom and lack of boundaries in the digital world 41:00 what happens when you sweep things ‘under the carpet’ 43:00 advice to people wanting a fresh start 46:30 advice for recovering from burnout 50:00 what does success look like to Anna?

Keywords self-worth, mental health, wellness, burnout, inner dialogue, self-care, therapy, emotional health, personal growth, self-esteem, digital connection, loneliness epidemic, authentic relationships, work-life balance, redefining roles, self-worth, open dialogue, burnout recovery, personal success

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