Self-Awareness: The Key to Breaking Bad Habits
Episode Overview
The primary goal of therapy is to cultivate insight and awareness for lasting personal growth. Self-awareness plays a crucial role in breaking subconscious patterns and building self-trust. The discussion touches upon the distinction between humility and low self-esteem. Listeners are encouraged to consider the transformative potential of self-awareness in their lives. The episode prompts reflection on the capacity to respond differently to familiar emotions and situations.
The goal is for them to come on, work on whatever they want to work on or see what comes up and work on those, gain some sort of insight, awareness, so that they can then take what we've done in therapy and apply it to their life going forward.
What if understanding yourself better could change your life? In this episode of 'Factory Settings', hosts Bridget Phetasy and Jeren Montgomery dive into the concept of self-awareness and its impact on personal growth. Jeren, a licensed marriage and family therapist, brings his professional insights to the table, making the conversation both relatable and enlightening. They discuss whether simply being aware of your habits is enough to change them or if there's more to the process.
You'll hear about the importance of building trust with yourself and how that trust can lead to lasting change. The duo also tackles the tricky balance between humility and low self-esteem, offering practical advice on overcoming these challenges. If you're looking to break free from subconscious patterns and develop a healthier relationship with yourself, this episode is a must-listen. Bridget and Jeren's engaging dialogue makes complex topics accessible, encouraging you to reflect on your own journey towards self-improvement.