Today, my guest is the accomplished and distinguished Dr. Michelle Maidenberg. Dr. Maidenberg received her Ph.D. from Yeshiva University. This was preceded by a Masters in Clinical Social Work from New York University (NYU) and a Masters in Public Health from Hunter College. Additionally, Dr. Maidenberg has attended a two-year training program in Marital and Family Therapy at SUNY Health Science Centre and is a Certified Group Therapist through the American Group Psychotherapy Association.
1. Understanding Emotional Avoidance:
- Dr. Maidenberg explains neurobiological inclinations toward avoiding negative emotions.
- Emotional avoidance leads to cycles of self-doubt and stagnation.
- Personal anecdote: A young adult learns to confront emotions instead of evading them.
2. Mindfulness and Self-Awareness:
- Importance of creating space between thoughts and actions.
- Techniques to challenge automatic reactions and replace them with healthier responses.
3. Self-Actualization and Mindset:
- Reframing one's mindset to focus on incremental changes. - Encouragement of personal responsibility and genuine self-worth development.
4. Happiness and Contentment:
- Critique of societal obsession with constant happiness.
- Emphasizing joyfulness and contentment over fleeting happiness.5. Intergenerational Trauma:
- Reflection on Dr. Maidenberg's personal history with her grandparents as Holocaust survivors.
- Influence of historical trauma on family dynamics and parenting.
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