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Episode 83: Is Your Self Care Helpful or Harmful? A Book Review of ”Real Self Care: A Transformative Program for Redefining Wellness” By Pooja Lakshmin M.D.
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Hello, hi! In today's episode, we dive into the transformative world of self-care by exploring the insights from Dr. Pooja Lakshmin's book "Real Self Care: A Transformative Program for Re-defining Wellness (Cleanses, Crystals, and Bubble Baths Not Included)". This book reminds us that self-care isn't just a method but a fundamental principle that can guide us toward healthier practices.
Take my quick quiz to see which Self Care persona fits you! Quiz Link
The Three Self Care Personas
Dr. Lakshmin introduces us to three distinct self-care personas, each driven by specific emotions and motivations:
The Escape Persona: This persona seeks self-care as an escape. They may indulge in retreats and isolation from daily responsibilities, finding solace in the care of strangers.
The Achievement Persona: For this persona, self-care is often tied to achievement. They are driven by a desire to prove themselves, sometimes to the point of isolation, and yearn for meaningful connections amidst their busy lives.
The Optimizer Persona: This persona focuses on hyper-competence, productivity, organization, and control. They see time management as the ultimate form of self-care.
Understanding Your Self Care Persona
We'll explore the emotions that drive each persona and delve into strategies to choose alternative, healthier self-care practices that align with your persona.
Affirmations for Positive Change
Additionally, we'll provide affirmations tailored to each persona to support positive transformations in your self-care journey.
Resources Mentioned
Book: "Real Self Care: A Transformative Program for Re-defining Wellness (Cleanses, Crystals, and Bubble Baths Not Included)" by Pooja Lakshmin MD.
Book: "How to Keep House While Drowning" by KC Davis.
Podcast: Pooja Lakshmin on Struggle Care.
Previous Episode: Episode 82: The Identity Revolution: Why I plan my free time each month.
Self-Compassion Assessment Tool: A resource from Kristin Neff for exploring self-compassion.
Self Compassion Break: An adapted exercise by Kristin Neff within the episode.
Key Topics
Self Care Personas
- Understanding different approaches to self-care
Emotional Drivers
- Exploring the motivations behind self-care choices
Alternative Self-Care Strategies
- Finding healthier practices for self-care
Positive Affirmations
- Using affirmations for personal growth
Recommended Resources
- Books and podcasts for self-improvement
Self-Care Quiz
- Discover your own self-care persona
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