Hello Sunshine, in today's episode I brought in the big guns and I speak with Clinical Psychotherapist Monique Harding about how to work through hard times. We discuss understanding & processing emotions, the concept of good or bad emotions, trauma, comparative suffering, journalling and tools to help you get through a difficult stage in your life.

🎙️Breakdown of EP #313

• How Monique and I met
• Monique tells us about herself
• How to understand your emotions
• How your emotions can manifest physically 
• The concept of 'good' & 'bad' emotions 
• What is trauma? 
• How can you tell if you are avoiding your emotions? 
• When is distraction healthy and when is it toxic? 
• Tips for journalling 
• Why is it important to feel our emotions rather than suppress
• Creating a safe space for kids to express their emotions 
• Comparative suffering
• Tools to shift your mindset when you are going through a difficult time
• Releasing emotions physically 
• Self-doubt 
• Tips to minimise anxiety
• How to control obsessive thoughts around things you can't control?

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🔥 Thought of the Week | “Feelings or emotions are the universal language and are to be honored. They are the authentic expression of who you are at your deepest place.” Judith Wright

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Host & Producer: Courtney Mangan @courtneymangan @shewasthefire
Guest: Monique Harding @relatable.therapist

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Technical Producer: Sammi Brew @sammibrew_