Episode Summary
In my weekly reflection and review of what has happened in the past 7 days I share my insights and lessons learned. These include:
- Becoming more aware of how my story of the past is still influencing me.
- That I need to let go of my old story.
- Getting a little clearer on what attributes and skills I need in the future to help me live a more emotionally balanced life.
- A reminder that life can only be lived in the moment.
- That I am still concerned the long awaited treatment from an NHS therapist will be cut short before doing the deep work necessary.
- My experience of my first CBT session with the NHS therapist.
- How I still have the habit (or addiction?) of hanging on to my low feelings when I experience a severe dip in my mood caused by one of life’s challenges.
Episode Show Notes
00:13 – On Monday in Episode 135 I reflected on my continuing tendency to keep referring back to my old story and let it define who I am and how I behave. At the time I wasn’t sure of what to replace my old story with.
01:26 – In episode 136 on Tuesday I decided to start looking at what skills and attributes I might need for the future. I came up with my first list. Self Acceptance and Self Compassion seem to be very important.
02:28 – On Wednesday I reminded myself of the importance of reflecting on and being in the moment. That is where life is lived so it makes sense to be present whenever possible.
03:14 – On Thursday in episode 138 I shared my continuing concerns that the NHS might not follow through on their commitment to support my treatment. As I am in a good place right now, the symptoms of my challenge have subsided significantly, however the underlying problems remain.
04:00 – On Friday I had my first session of CBT with and NHS therapist. Episode 139 is all about how that went and what I experienced.
04:42 – In episode 140 on Saturday, I was experiencing quite a deep low after being faced with one of life’s difficulties. I shared my feelings as I was feeling them.
