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Understanding Power Dynamics: From Control to Empowerment
In this episode, Lisa Dawn delves into the intricate world of power dynamics, exploring the contrast between 'power over' and 'empowerment'. Sharing a personal story from her childhood, Lisa discusses how authoritative control can breed feelings of shame and helplessness.
She then outlines how reworking this memory in therapy helped her find the support and collaboration she needed. Lisa explains the harmful effects of control tactics in relationships and emphasizes the importance of self-responsibility and emotional resilience to foster true empowerment.
The episode encourages listeners to shift from control to collaboration, ultimately enhancing personal relationships and societal interactions.
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00:00 Welcome and Setting the Scene
01:35 Exploring Power Dynamics
02:29 Personal Story: A Lesson in Power
06:03 Understanding 'Power Over'
09:48 Shifting to Empowerment
10:51 Practical Steps to Empowerment
13:37 Embodiment Exercise
14:49 Final Thoughts and Farewell
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Understanding Power Dynamics: From Control to Empowerment
In this episode, Lisa Dawn delves into the intricate world of power dynamics, exploring the contrast between 'power over' and 'empowerment'. Sharing a personal story from her childhood, Lisa discusses how authoritative control can breed feelings of shame and helplessness.
She then outlines how reworking this memory in therapy helped her find the support and collaboration she needed. Lisa explains the harmful effects of control tactics in relationships and emphasizes the importance of self-responsibility and emotional resilience to foster true empowerment.
The episode encourages listeners to shift from control to collaboration, ultimately enhancing personal relationships and societal interactions.
Connect with Lisa
00:00 Welcome and Setting the Scene
01:35 Exploring Power Dynamics
02:29 Personal Story: A Lesson in Power
06:03 Understanding 'Power Over'
09:48 Shifting to Empowerment
10:51 Practical Steps to Empowerment
13:37 Embodiment Exercise
14:49 Final Thoughts and Farewell
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