In this Wisdom of Women Wednesday episode of Skin Anarchy, host Ekta sits down with clinical psychologist and author Dr. Leah Katz to explore how mindfulness can be a powerful tool for healing anxiety, navigating trauma, and building emotional resilience. Drawing from years of clinical experience, Dr. Katz offers a refreshingly grounded approach to mental health—one rooted in presence, compassion, and curiosity.
Dr. Katz shares her journey into psychology and demystifies what mindfulness really means. It’s not about sitting in silence for hours—it’s about being aware of your inner world without judgment. From simple tools like breath work and body check-ins to reframing your inner dialogue, she shows how small daily shifts can lead to big emotional breakthroughs.
The conversation dives deep into healing the inner child and understanding how past trauma can shape current emotional patterns. Dr. Katz discusses the difference between personality disorders and trauma responses, warning against the growing trend of self-diagnosing online and urging a more compassionate, individualized view of mental health.
Listeners will walk away with a deeper understanding of anxiety and how it manifests physically and emotionally—and more importantly, how to manage it with grace. From building a mental hygiene routine to creating moments of connection in a digital world, this episode is packed with practical insights for anyone seeking more peace and self-awareness.
If you’re ready to slow down, reconnect, and approach your inner life with greater kindness, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.
CHAPTERS:
(0:00) – Introduction: Dr. Leah Katz on Skin Anarchy
(1:03) – Dr. Katz's Journey into Psychology
(2:31) – Defining Mindfulness and its Role in Mental Health
(4:35) – Healing the Inner Child and Addressing Complex Trauma
(6:28) – Personality Disorders vs. Childhood Trauma
(8:50) – Approaches to Managing Anxiety with Mindfulness
(15:40) – The Role of Self-Talk in Mental Health
(21:08) – Simple Mindfulness Practices for Daily Life
(24:10) – Loneliness in Modern Society and the Role of Technology
To learn more about Dr. Leah Katz, visit her website and social media. Shop her book, Gutsy here.
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