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[REPOST] Episode 83: Is Your Self Care Helpful or Harmful? A Book Review of ”Real Self Care: A Transformative Program for Redefining Wellness” By Pooja Lakshmin M.D.
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[REPOST] Episode 83: Is Your Self Care Helpful or Harmful? A Book Review of ”Real Self Care: A Transformative Program for Redefining Wellness” By Pooja Lakshmin M.D.

Medium Lady Talks: Burnout Recovery for Millennials and Mothers · vandevenerin

August 2, 202444m 25s

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This is a repost of Episode 83 which originally aired September 27, 2023.

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Hello, hi! In today's episode, we dive into the transformative world of self-care by exploring the insights from Dr. Pooja Lakshmin's book "Real Self Care: A Transformative Program for Re-defining Wellness (Cleanses, Crystals, and Bubble Baths Not Included)". This book reminds us that self-care isn't just a method but a fundamental principle that can guide us toward healthier practices.

Take my quick quiz to see which Self Care persona fits you! Quiz Link

The Three Self Care Personas

Dr. Lakshmin introduces us to three distinct self-care personas, each driven by specific emotions and motivations:

  1. The Escape Persona: This persona seeks self-care as an escape. They may indulge in retreats and isolation from daily responsibilities, finding solace in the care of strangers.

  2. The Achievement Persona: For this persona, self-care is often tied to achievement. They are driven by a desire to prove themselves, sometimes to the point of isolation, and yearn for meaningful connections amidst their busy lives.

  3. The Optimizer Persona: This persona focuses on hyper-competence, productivity, organization, and control. They see time management as the ultimate form of self-care.

Understanding Your Self Care Persona

We'll explore the emotions that drive each persona and delve into strategies to choose alternative, healthier self-care practices that align with your persona.

Affirmations for Positive Change

Additionally, we'll provide affirmations tailored to each persona to support positive transformations in your self-care journey.

Resources Mentioned

 

Key Topics

  • Self Care Personas

    • Understanding different approaches to self-care

  • Emotional Drivers

    • Exploring the motivations behind self-care choices

  • Alternative Self-Care Strategies

    • Finding healthier practices for self-care

  • Positive Affirmations

    • Using affirmations for personal growth

  • Recommended Resources

    • Books and podcasts for self-improvement

  • Self-Care Quiz

    • Discover your own self-care persona

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