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How to See Yourself Through Darkness with Mariana Alessandri
How to See Yourself Through Darkness with Mariana Alessandri
How to See Yourself Through Darkness with Mariana Alessandri
Friday 9th August 2024
Mariana Alessandri discusses embracing dark moods and the societal pressure to always be positive in this insightful episode of 'The One You Feed'.
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Episode Overview
- Embrace dark moods instead of suppressing them.
- Societal pressure for constant positivity can be harmful.
- Labeling moods as mental illnesses affects self-perception.
- Using metaphors helps in understanding complex emotions.
- Accepting all emotions leads to a more authentic life.
If we could learn to sit with each other in the dark and not try to just shed light on someone else's situation, we'd connect on a deeper level
In this episode of 'The One You Feed', host Eric Zimmer sits down with Mariana Alessandri, an Associate Professor of Philosophy and author of 'Night Vision: Seeing Ourselves Through Dark Moods'. They dive into the often-overlooked value of experiencing dark moods and how embracing these emotions can lead to personal growth. Alessandri shares her journey of understanding emotional pain and challenges the societal pressure to always be positive.
She argues that labeling moods as mental illnesses can distort our self-perception and suggests using metaphors to better understand and express complex emotions. Eric and Mariana discuss how societal norms often push us to suppress negative feelings, which can lead to a sense of brokenness. Through thoughtful conversation, they explore how acknowledging and accepting darker emotions can actually foster a more authentic and fulfilling life.
Alessandri's insights offer a fresh perspective on dealing with emotional pain, advocating for a more compassionate and less judgmental approach. If you're tired of the constant push to 'stay positive' and want to learn how to navigate your darker moods, this episode is a must-listen. It provides a comforting reminder that it's okay not to be okay all the time and that there's strength in embracing all facets of our emotional landscape.