How To Be The Love you Seek W/ The Holistic Psychologist

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In this episode, Dr. Nicole LePera AKA The Holistic Psychologist talks about her own intimate relationship, her new book, and how inner work is the gateway to healthy relationships. She has a background in couples therapy that has greatly influenced her new book - How To Be The Love You Seek. She has gained a massive following on social media for her insightful and relatable content and is passionate about helping individuals improve their relationships and find healing.

Dr. Nicole LePera discusses the reasons behind her rapid rise in popularity and the universal appeal of her content. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing our past and how it shapes our choices and the growing awareness of the possibility of change. Dr. LePera also explores the shift in societal attitudes toward relationships and the importance of vulnerability and authenticity. She shares her personal journey of overcoming fear and learning to share herself honestly. Dr. LePera highlights the significance of creating safety and security within ourselves before seeking it in relationships with others. The book, "How to Be the Love You Seek," provides practical tools and prompts for self-exploration and creating change in relationships.

Chapters

0:05:47 Dr. Nicole LePera's personal growth and journey in the public eye

0:08:12 The purpose of intimate relationships and the importance of safety and security

0:18:28 The balance between hyper-independence / self-reliance and interdependence in relationships

0:23:34 Dr. Nicole LePera's personal relationships and the challenges faced

0:30:04 How to have open and honest communication in relationships

0:38:40 The process of personal growth and change in relationships

0:44:14 The unique perspective of the book and the focus on self-change

0:49:19 The importance of staying true to oneself and finding like-minded individuals

0:54:58 Accepting that others may not change and finding peace within oneself

0:58:01 The challenges of trying to change others and the importance of acceptance

1:00:24 The importance of acceptance in relationships

1:00:39 Overview of Dr. Nicole LePera's book and what readers can expect

1:01:26 The structure and content of the book

1:02:09 The focus on nervous system wellness and emotional exploration

1:02:26 The inclusion of human attachment in the book

1:04:05 The possibility of change at any age

1:04:27 The emotional labor of writing a book and the importance of processing emotions

1:07:39 Information about the release date and where to learn more about the book

1:10:14 How to get over an ex if you still love them

1:11:27 Gaps in the healing space

1:12:22 How to open up to a partner about sexual needs and desires

1:13:15 How to create a safe space for communication in relationships

1:14:18 Relationships and higher levels of consciousness

1:17:00 Definind love

1:19:48 Information about Dr. Nicole LePera's new book and website

1:20:52 Final words of gratitude and appreciation for the community

Quotes:

• "We're all struggling the same way, wondering what's wrong with us and seeking change."
• "As a species, we're starting to see the possibility of change and becoming more empowered."
• "We're expanding the definition of human and considering the role of emotions in our lives."
• "Creating safety and security within ourselves allows us to show up more authentically in relationships."
• "Relationships are a space for challenge and growth, where we can learn to be vulnerable and connected."

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