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  • Celebrity Chef Rocco Dispirito opens up about overcoming crippling social anxiety and grief and how to heal through cooking, mindfulness, and therapy

Celebrity Chef Rocco Dispirito opens up about overcoming crippling social anxiety and grief and how to heal through cooking, mindfulness, and therapy

Tuesday 12th May 2020

Chef Rocco DiSpirito opens up about battling anxiety and finding healing through cooking, mindfulness, and therapy.
66 minutes
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SuperCharged Life with Dr. Judy
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Rocco DiSpirito: Cooking Up Healing and Overcoming Anxiety

I think therapists of all different types of training can all be really wonderful. I'm dealing with this grief and it's really hard.
Ever wondered how a top chef like Rocco DiSpirito handles anxiety and grief? In this episode of 'SuperCharged Life with Dr. Judy', Rocco gets candid about his ongoing battle with social anxiety, despite his immense success. From starting therapy in second grade to hiring an acting coach just to interact with restaurant customers, Rocco's journey is anything but ordinary.
He reveals the hidden struggles behind his TV persona, including the body shaming and severe back pain he faced while launching his book, 'Rocco’s Keto Comfort Food Diet'. Despite these challenges, Rocco finds solace in cooking, mindfulness, and therapy. He also shares the importance of self-care, especially for those in caregiving roles, drawing from his experience caring for his ailing mother. Tune in to hear how almost becoming a priest and his spiritual connection to cooking have shaped his path.
This episode is packed with five essential self-care tools that can help redefine your strength and success. If you're looking for inspiration on handling life's ups and downs, Rocco's story is a must-listen.