In this conversation, Bella Hass interviews Lindsay Sturgeon, a licensed marriage and family therapist, about the importance of mental and emotional health. They discuss Lindsay's journey into counseling, the connection between emotional and physical health, and practical tools for emotional regulation. The conversation also touches on the challenges faced in modern marriages, the impact of social media on self-worth, and effective parenting strategies. Lindsay emphasizes the significance of connection over correction in parenting and the need for self-compassion in the journey of personal growth.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Mental Health Counseling

03:01 The Journey to Counseling

06:04 The Connection Between Emotional and Physical Health

09:04 Tools for Emotional Regulation

11:59 Defining a Healthy Individual

14:59 Maximizing Emotional and Mental Health

18:08 Challenges in Modern Marriages

21:11 Rewiring the Brain for Better Relationships

31:35 Building Trust and Connection in Relationships

35:18 Practical Tools for Communication and Conflict Resolution

42:12 The Impact of Social Media on Self-Worth

47:28 Strategies for Healthy Parenting

To learn more about Lindsay, you can visit https://www.lindsayksturgeon.com/