389: Behind The Sessions: New Year, No Pressure with Dr. Kat

Today, Dr. Kat discusses the pressures and expectations of the new year, particularly around personal goals, parenting, and self-reflection. She addresses feelings of inadequacy that arise from societal standards and social media comparisons. Dr. Kat emphasizes the importance of self-compassion, manageable goal-setting, and recognizing that perfection is unattainable. She advises listeners to focus on small, realistic changes and to limit exposure to social media to avoid unfair comparisons. Tune in to learn how to navigate the new year with a healthier, more sustainable mindset! Show Highlights: Pressures and expectations associated with the new year Feelings of inadequacy from social media comparisons Importance of self-compassion in goal-setting The impact of societal standards on personal goals Recognizing individual life circumstances in goal planning The influence of external pressures from family and community Strategies for setting manageable and realistic goals The role of self-care and rest in personal objectives Limiting social media exposure to reduce comparison Resources: Call the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-TLC-MAMA or visit cdph.ca.gov Please find resources in English and Spanish at Postpartum Support International, or by phone/text at 1-800-944-4773. There are many free resources, like online support groups, peer mentors, a specialist provider directory, and perinatal mental health training for therapists, physicians, nurses, doulas, and anyone who wants to be more supportive in offering services.  You can also follow PSI on social media: Instagram, Facebook, and most other platforms Visit www.postpartum.net/professionals/certificate-trainings/ for information on the grief course.   Visit my website, www.wellmindperinatal.com, for more information, resources, and courses you can take today! If you are a California resident looking for a therapist in perinatal mental health, email me about openings for private pay clients! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices