Understanding Your True Identity with Dr Jeremy Thompson
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Dr. Paul Taylor chats with Dr. Jeremy Thompson about the complexities of identity and mental health, focusing on self-perception and the impact of early life experiences.
In this episode, I chat with Dr. Jeremy Thompson as we delve into the complexities of identity and mental health. We explore how early life experiences shape our self-perception and the importance of understanding one's true self. Jeremy shares insights from his extensive experience in family medicine and psychological medicine, emphasising the need to separate negative self-perceptions from one's core identity. The conversation touches on the impact of societal labels, the role of upbringing in mental health, and practical approaches to fostering a positive self-image. Key Takeaways Self-identity as a dynamic, compartmentalised system People’s sense of self is best understood as a mix of core positives and externalised negatives, which should be separated rather than conflated. Childhood trauma’s impact is modifiable through focused reframing Traumatic…
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Host: Dr. Paul Taylor
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