Hilary Jacobs Hendel on Unlocking Core Emotions and Embracing Vulnerability
So figure out what you want to work on first, and then maybe you'll need a hammer, exactly because if you're just willy nilly acting in the world, then you're not thinking through to see, am I taking action that's in line with not only my short term goals but my long term goals.
Ever feel like your emotions are tangled up in a knot you can't quite unravel? In this episode of 'Mental Illness Happy Hour', Paul Gilmartin sits down with Hilary Jacobs Hendel, a certified psychoanalyst and author, to help you untangle those feelings.
Hilary, known for her book 'It's Not Always Depression: Working the Change Triangle to Listen to the Body, Discover Core Emotions, and Connect to Your Authentic Self', shares her journey through the maze of perfectionism and the pitfalls of tying self-worth to achievements. She opens up about the mistakes she's made as a parent and how she's learned to listen to her body to discover her core emotions.
Hilary introduces the concept of the Change Triangle, a tool designed to help people connect with their authentic selves by understanding their core emotions. She offers practical advice on how to bring about change in our lives, emphasizing the importance of being comfortable with feeling emotions and the power of vulnerability. The conversation also touches on the misdiagnosis of depression, the role of emotions in gender, and the importance of finding safe and healthy relationships.
With plenty of relatable anecdotes and practical tips, this episode is perfect for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of their own emotions and mental health.