Pause: A 2023 Review Using Feelings and Cognitive Beliefs [Pause 49]
In this episode of I Thought I Was Over This, Dr. Kimber does a year in review to examine your coping strategies with the emotions of shame, grief, joy, anger, and gratitude. Discover the themes from the past year and build awareness around both strengths and areas to grow.
Key takeaways from this episode:
Dr. Kimber encourages listeners to focus on emotional processing and the cultivation of gratitude as important tools for mental well-being.
She emphasizes the significance of adding positive habits and removing negative ones to regulate emotions and promote personal growth.
Dr. Kimber recommends taking the time to review the past year, reflect on significant experiences, and track progress and growth as a means of building awareness.
Key moments:
06:07 Practice breathing techniques.
07:42 Reflect on memories and emotions of 2023.
15:10 Reflect on shame triggers, cope, and track progress.
18:02 Manage challenges and emotions in daily life.
23:08 Reflect on anger experiences, process, and express.
29:36 Prepare for challenges, find balance, and stay present.
33:11 Prioritize meditation, introspection, and mindful living.
35:52 Find awe in nature, shifting perspectives positively.
This episode is sponsored by Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing, which is a resource for those suffering the loss of a baby during pregnancy.
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