Unlock the transformative power of self-awareness and self-esteem with me, Loren Johnson, as we journey through the mind's to discover the profound impact of knowing oneself and valuing one's worth. Our recent discussion dives into the heart of personal empowerment, shedding light on how these psychological cornerstones shape our mental health and overall well-being. We dissect groundbreaking research, revealing the undeniable correlation between self-awareness, stress reduction, and a robust psychological resilience. Not just abstract concepts, these are research-backed tools for nurturing personal growth and fortifying mental fortitude.
By engaging in introspective questioning and celebrating our personal victories, we outline actionable strategies to cultivate a deeper connection with ourselves and bolster our confidence. Our conversation is enriched with insightful statistics from the World Health Organization and the UK Mental Health Foundation, which paint a vivid picture of mental health prevalence and the vital role emotional intelligence plays in our lives. Join us in this exploration of self-discovery, and arm yourself with the knowledge and courage to transform your life. Embrace your unique path and remember, the strength to overcome the war of the mind lies within your powerful transformation.
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Episode Transcript
And welcome back to another episode of War of the
Mind.
I'm your host, lauren Johnson,here with another mindful
discussion aimed at fosteringpersonal growth, boosting mental
health.
Today we delve into the uniqueunion of self-awareness and
self-esteem, two pivotalcomponents of the human psyche
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that lay further the groundworkfor empowerment and
self-improvement.
What are they exactly?
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Self-awareness illuminates ourunderstanding of ourselves.
It is a conscious knowledge ofour own character, feelings,
motives, desires.
Think of it as a mirror of yoursoul, presenting an altered
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image of your thoughts.
Self-esteem refers to theperception you have of your own
worth.
The American PsychologicalAssociation emphasizes that both
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self-awareness and self-esteemplay significant roles in our
psychological well-being.
They are not just self-helpbuzzwords.
They are research-backedelements litter linked to our
mental health state.
One notable research done in2019 by the journal Mindfulness
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noted a positive correlationbetween increased self-awareness
and improved mental healthoutcomes.
Self-awareness reported lowerstress levels and better overall
psychological well-being.
Meanwhile, the UK Mental HealthFoundation establishes a clear
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link between low self-esteem andhigher susceptibility towards
mental health problems likedepression and anxiety disorders
.
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Increasing one's self-awarenessand boosting self-esteem sit at
the heart of personal growth.
It's essential to develop adeeper understanding of
ourselves and embrace the powerof self-love.
So how can we fosterself-awareness?
Begin by posing honestquestions to yourself.
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Why did you react a certain way?
What triggered that emotion?
Analyzing these perspectiveswill bring about shifts in your
consciousness and thoughts andimprove your emotional
intelligence when it comes tobuilding up self-esteem,
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overcoming inclination towardsnegative thinking.
This can be achieved bycataloging your strengths
achievements and refer back tothese whenever you grapple with
self-doubt.
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And next little bit, we're goingto cover some of those
statistics that we're talkingabout.
Mental health prevalenceaccording to the World Health
Organization, nearly one in fourpeople worldwide will be
affected by mental health orneurological disorder at some
point in their lives.
2.
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The impact of low self-esteemthe UK Mental Health Foundation
reports that low self-esteem islinked to the higher risk of
mental health problems such asdepression and anxiety.
3.
The effectiveness ofmindfulness practices 2019 study
published in the MindfulnessJournal.
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I already covered that one.
4.
The role of emotionalintelligence A 2020 research
paper published in frontiers ofPsychological found strong links
between emotional intelligenceand improved mental health
outcomes.
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5.
Impact positive self-perceptionon health Mayo Clinic reports
that positive self-esteem leadsto a better physical health,
more fulfilling relationshipsand stronger resilience against
stress.
And those are the statisticsfor the day.
Now embrace the belief thatyou're deserving of love,
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respect opportunities.
Resist the temptation tocompare your journey with
someone else's.
Remember we each follow our ownunique path.
Change with its own set ofchallenges and triumphs.
It's your voice, your choiceand it's your future.
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But don't just take my word forit.
Like I told you, Mayo Clinicreports that maintaining
positive self-esteem allowsbetter physical health, more
fulfilling relationships andstronger resilience against
stress.
It's amazing how much influenceour mindset has on our overall
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weakness wellness.
As we continue the wonderfuljourney of self-improvement,
let's keep celebrating ourstrengths and acknowledge the
areas we need to work on, andremember that your growth
depends on your failures.
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You can't just go through lifeeverything being perfect.
You can't grow without failing.
In closing, I leave you withthe thought you carry the power
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to shape your realities throughthe lens of your perception.
Make it count.
We're together.
We're navigating the war of themind, but within us lies the
unlimited power oftransformation and renewal.
Our discussions are food forthought in your journey towards
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self-awareness and raisingself-esteem, carefully designed
to advocate personal growth andmental health awareness.
The key word here istransformation, which begins
with understanding oneself andowning your own stories with
courage.
That's all for today.
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Remember you possess an endlessreservoir of strength and
resilience.
Until next time, stay positive,stay healthy and keep fighting
the war of the mind.
Remember it's your voice, yourchoice, your future.
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