Vicky Midwood
Vicky Midwood
Episode 20: Letting go of Labels....
Episode 20: Letting go of Labels....
Episode 20: Letting go of Labels....
Sunday 2nd October 2022
Vicky Midwood delves into how labels shape our identity and limit growth. Learn to let go and create your true self on 'RAW CHATTER!'.
22 minutes
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Vicky Midwood
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Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Sobriety Toolkit
Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Ditching Labels: How to Reclaim Your True Self with Vicky Midwood
A label and a diagnosis is not your identity.
Ever wondered if the labels we carry around might be holding us back? In this thought-provoking episode of 'RAW CHATTER!', Vicky Midwood dives into the world of labels like 'workaholic' and 'perfectionist' and questions their impact on our identity. Vicky, who has her own history with addiction, offers a candid look at how these labels can become crutches that prevent us from evolving into the people we truly want to be.
She challenges listeners to think about whether these labels are helpful or just convenient excuses that keep us stuck in old patterns. Are we using them as a 'get out of jail free card' to avoid making real changes?Vicky shares personal anecdotes, including her journey through alcoholism, to highlight the difference between owning a label and identifying with it. While owning a label can be empowering, identifying with it can be limiting.
Imagine calling yourself an 'anxious person' and then unconsciously behaving in ways that reinforce that label. It’s like putting yourself in a box you can’t escape from. Throughout the episode, Vicky emphasizes the importance of getting honest about our values. She argues that to create the identity we truly desire, we need to align our actions with our core values. For instance, you might say you value freedom but act in ways that prioritize security instead.
By being truthful about what we value, we can start to build an identity that reflects those values. This episode is a must-listen for anyone feeling trapped by societal labels or personal diagnoses. It's not just about ditching labels; it's about reclaiming your true self and living a life that aligns with who you genuinely are.