Unexpected Connections
Iris shares a transformative experience where clients, initially deemed inappropriate, stepped up to protect her, highlighting the unexpected dynamics of human connection. Benoit reflects on his work with forensic clients, recognizing their humanity despite their past actions and the complexities of mental illness. Both emphasize the importance of empathy and understanding in the healing process.In this clip
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I have a question about the episode #444: Shifting Stress into Strength: Cold Exposure & Breathwork with Kristin Weitzel and the clip Embracing Complexity. Why do people easily fall into the trap of a victim mindset, and is it bad to be stuck in one? How can I avoid it properly? I often feel that the reason I overthink and have deep thoughts is because my father tortured and abandoned my mother and me during my childhood. This question is in relation to the episode Solo: Finding Your Identity, Core Beliefs, Keeping Your Own Promises, Self Validation, Success & Adult Hobbies, the episode Why You FEEL LOST In Life & How To Find Your TRUE SELF AGAIN | Marisa Peer & Lewis Howes, and the clip Healing Childhood Wounds, as well as the episode #105: Coming Home to Your Body with Tami Amanda and the clip Overcoming Shame.
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