Unnoticed Observer
Unnoticed Observer
Putting on a Persona
Putting on a Persona
Putting on a Persona
Tuesday 1st March 2022
Join a real group therapy session where participants discuss fitting in versus authenticity, shedding light on mental health and addiction challenges.
45 minutes
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Unnoticed Observer
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Categories:
Mindful Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Recovery from Trauma
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Finding Authenticity: Navigating Honesty and Acceptance in Group Therapy
It was tough, it was frightening, because I was like this was my security blanket, so to speak, was like my ability to put on personas. I'm just like I'm not doing anything for anyone anymore.
Ever felt the pressure to fit in, even at the cost of your own authenticity? In this eye-opening episode of 'Unnoticed Observer', listeners get a front-row seat to a real group therapy session that tackles this very issue. One client finds herself ousted from treatment for being 'too honest', sparking a profound discussion on the societal pressures to conform and the fine line between honesty and rudeness.
The conversation dives deep into how these pressures can affect mental health and addiction recovery. Participants share their personal battles with putting on personas to be liked versus the courage it takes to be their true selves. This raw and honest dialogue sheds light on the importance of vulnerability and community support in overcoming personal challenges.
The episode is a powerful reminder that while society often demands us to wear masks, true healing begins when we dare to take them off. Tune in to hear these candid conversations and gain valuable insights into the complexities of mental health and addiction.