Finding Balance: Do, Have, Love with Dr. Deborah Brown

In this episode of the Well To You podcast, Sue and Deborah discuss the importance of reflecting on the past year and preparing for the new one. They explore the concept of life as chapters, the necessity of resets, and how to evaluate the past year without falling into toxic positivity. The conversation emphasizes the significance of perspective in personal growth and offers practical advice on how to reset for the new year in a manageable way. In this conversation, Deborah and Sue explore the concept of self-care through a unique triangle model that emphasizes the importance of purpose, security, and connection in achieving a fulfilling life. They discuss the impact of social media on self-perception, the necessity of questioning societal norms, and the significance of setting personal intentions for growth. The dialogue encourages listeners to reflect on their own lives, identify voids, and embrace change without the burden of regret or societal expectations.

Takeaways:
• We are a culture of New Year's resolutions, but we can think differently about them.
• Life is made up of chapters, and each year can be a reset point.
• Humans crave resets, but we often resist change.
• Where you are now is not where you're always going to be.
• Growth often comes with discomfort and challenges.
• It's important to evaluate what we hated about the past year without self-judgment.
• Recognizing gains is as important as acknowledging setbacks.
• Perspective plays a crucial role in how we experience emotions and situations.
• A reset doesn't have to be monumental; small changes can be effective.
• Being human means navigating imperfections and striving for better. Self-care is foundational to overall well-being.
• Setting intentions should reflect personal values and goals.
• Embracing change is crucial for personal growth.
• We have the power to author our own life chapters.

Keywords: New Year, mental health, emotional wellness, personal growth, therapy, self-reflection, life chapters, resets, perspective, self-improvement, self-care, mental health, personal growth, social media, life goals, relationships, purpose, intentions, wellness, happiness

Chapters
00:00
Introduction to the New Year Reset
03:04
Understanding Life as Chapters
05:56
The Importance of Resets
09:00
Evaluating the Past Year
12:04
The Challenge of Pushing Forward
14:58
Recognizing Gains and Growth
17:58
The Role of Perspective in Growth
22:00
How to Effectively Reset for the New Year
26:33
The Triangle of Self-Care
29:52
Identifying Personal Voids
32:18
The Illusion of Social Media
34:14
Questioning Societal Norms
36:35
Setting Intentions for a Fulfilling Life
38:54
Embracing Change and Growth

Meet your host:

Sue McCarroll is the founder of Opal Wellness Studio. Sue has a unique style of coaching women to increase self-care, self-compassion, navigate busy mom life and nourish their bodies mentally, emotionally, and physically. She is is a holistic health coach, Pilates teacher, business owner and mom who gave up diet-culture beliefs to live a lifestyle full of clarity and vitality!

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