Why Do I Have to Fix Everything?!
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What drives us to try and fix everything around us? Join trauma therapist Laura Wood and psychiatric nurse practitioner Michaela Beaver as they unravel the complex web of motivations behind our relentless need to solve every problem. Is it a quest for control, an intolerance for imperfection, or a sneaky way to sidestep our personal issues? Together, they explore how chaotic childhoods can lead to seeking comfort in chaos, and how this shapes our adult interactions and reactions.
Laura and Michaela dive into the learned behaviors from our upbringing, questioning the social belief that constant worry equals preparedness. They shine a light on the difference between healthy planning and overactive anxiety. By recognizing when our nervous systems are unnecessarily on high alert, we can learn to cultivate a sense of safety without feeling compelled to fix every single issue. Finding that sweet spot between calmness and alertness is key to navigating life without succumbing to anxiety or avoidance.
The duo also tackles the art of letting go. Why do we often cling to perfectionism and the need for achievement? They discuss how childhood experiences might have planted these seeds, driving us to feel indispensable to be valued. The conversation offers practical strategies to identify which problems are truly urgent and how to conserve energy by letting smaller issues slide. Learn how embracing your inherent value, beyond achievements, can break the cycle of high-functioning anxiety and burnout, allowing a more relaxed, regulated state of mind.
Laura's Free Course on Emotional Development and Regulation:
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This show is sponsored by:
Benavieri Counseling & Coaching
www.benavieri.com
Active Healing Psychiatric Services
www.activehealingpsych.com
Розділи
1. Why Do I Have to Fix Everything?! (00:00:00)
2. Understanding the Need to Fix Everything (00:00:03)
3. Finding Balance in Seeking Safety (00:05:28)
4. Letting Go of Fixing Everything (00:11:55)
5. Weight of Perfectionism and Achievement (00:22:49)
6. Letting Go of Fixing Everything (00:33:34)
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