Running on autopilot? Constantly giving to everyone else while neglecting your own needs? Feeling disconnected from yourself? Welcome to our world! And unfortunately, the place where so many of us live.
Until now.
Meet Dr. Kristine Laderoute, a clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience who's made it her mission to help women create space for themselves in their lives. Her approach goes beyond traditional therapy - she's a proponent of depth therapy and self-connection who believes that true healing happens when we learn to show up for ourselves.
In this transformative conversation, Dr. Laderoute reveals why the self-care industry has it backwards and shares the simple but profound practices that can help you reconnect with yourself, even in the chaos of midlife.
Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or just vaguely discontent without knowing why, this episode offers practical tools and a fresh perspective on what it really means to show up and take care of yourself.
In this episode, you'll discover:
- Why making space for yourself isn't selfish, rather it's essential
- The difference between being "selfish" and "appropriately self-focused"
- How to break free from autopilot self-sacrificing behavior
- The power of self-compassionate language (and why you should start sentences with "of course")
- How to set boundaries that respect both yourself and others
- Why disconnection from yourself leads to that mysterious midlife discontent
- The connection between stockpiled emotions and physical health symptoms
- How to show up for yourself like you would for your best friend
Dr. Laderoute reminds us that you don't need a spa day or expensive retreat to make space for yourself - you need just 30 seconds, a few conscious breaths, and the revolutionary act of turning your attention inward.
Now is the time to show up for yourself.
This podcast is brought to you by Coral, a virtual clinic designed for women in midlife. They provide personalized, evidence-based care that supports every woman’s unique journey—whether you’re in perimenopause, menopause, or the years beyond. Use code TIP5 for 5% off at coral.ca.
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Dr. Kristine Laderoute Bio
Dr. Kristine Laderoute is a dedicated clinical psychologist and lifelong proponent of mental wellness. She has over 15 years of experience helping people with a broad range of mental health concerns using her diverse skill set. She completed her docto
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