Finding Balance: Healing Over-Talking with Dr. Margaret Paul
Over-talking is often a way to try to connect with others when you feel alone and disconnected from yourself, but it’s likely pushing people away.
Ever find yourself talking too much and wondering why you can't seem to stop? Or maybe you've been on the receiving end of someone who just won't stop talking? In this episode of 'Inner Bonding', Dr. Margaret Paul dives into the habit of over-talking and its roots in feeling disconnected from oneself. Over-talking can often be a way to seek connection, but ironically, it can push people away instead of bringing them closer. Dr.
Paul breaks down the difference between genuine sharing and monologuing, offering practical advice on how to curb the habit and foster a deeper connection with your inner self. She also provides tips on how to care for yourself when you're around an over-talker, ensuring you maintain your own emotional balance. Through the Inner Bonding process, listeners can learn to address underlying issues like anxiety, depression, anger, shame, and relationship troubles.
One of the key messages in this episode is the importance of self-responsibility and listening to your own needs. Dr. Paul reminds us that only we can truly meet our inner child's needs, emphasizing the power of self-love and inner connection.