This episode delves into the complexities of self-harm, exploring invisible forms of self-harm, the role of neurodivergence, and the path to healing. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing the underlying pain, and highlights the distinction between punishment and accountability. From the perspective of lived experience of a coach who works with clients with burnout, overwhelm and dissociation.

Takeaways

• Invisible forms of self-harm are often socially acceptable and can be neurodivergent-shaped
• Self-harm is not always about attention, but about regulation, control, release, punishment, or interruption
• Healing begins with recognizing that pain does not need to be visible to be valid, and that punishment is not the same as accountability

Chapters

• 00:00 The Path to Healing