Therapy Talks

Practical Techniques for Self-Discovery & Embracing Awareness with Roger Jayamanne


Listen Later

Don't miss out on free gifts from Therapy Talks! 👇

Watch Along On YouTube
Welcome to this week's episode of Therapy Talks, where we delve deep into the realms of self-discovery, mental health, and personal growth with the insightful therapist, Roger Jayamanne. 

A significant focus of Roger's work revolves around supporting individuals in navigating existential angst, anxiety, and depression. He sheds light on the profound impact of psychedelic experiences, guiding clients through the process of reintegration and understanding habitual responses. Roger's therapeutic approach primarily centers on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), emphasizing core values, mindfulness, and acceptance of life's challenges.

Roger shares practical techniques, including microcosmic meditation practices and diffusion techniques, empowering listeners to find inner peace amidst life's chaos. He advocates for self-compassion, encouraging individuals to embrace imperfections and setbacks as part of their self-development journey.

Join us as we explore the paradox of embracing emotions, the power of self-compassion, and the transformative potential within every individual.

 At the heart of Roger's work lies a person-centered ethos. His priority is to build a trusting, open, and honest relationship that enables individuals to experience understanding and feel truly heard, perhaps for the first time in their lives.  Roger strives to support others in finding their way into health, ongoing growth, and feeling alive again.

In This Episode:

  • Embracing Inner Awareness: The importance of being aware of one's emotions without judgment. This self-awareness acts as a guiding force, illuminating the path to self-discovery and personal growth.
  • Transforming Challenges into Opportunities: Harnessing anxiety and depression as opportunities to explore one's inner self and create positive change.
  • Practical Mindfulness Techniques: Roger shares practical techniques such as microcosmic meditation and diffusion methods. These tools empower listeners to find inner peace, navigate emotional responses, and interrupt habitual anxiety patterns through mindfulness and meditation practices.
  • Fostering Self-Compassion: Listeners are encouraged to embrace imperfections and setbacks as natural parts of the journey to self-development. Roger advocates for self-compassion, urging individuals to be awake and aware of their behaviors without self-criticism, fostering a positive and nurturing inner dialogue.

Find Out More About Roger:
Website: https://jayacounselling.co.uk/about

Learn More About Switch Research:
Website: https://switchresearch.org/
Instagram: @switchresearch

✨ BONUS FREE GIFT ✨
Free lifetime access to the 91-Day Self-Love Guided Journaling Program & Digital Self-Love Journal. With over 20 hours of therapist-guided journaling!  Click here to claim! 

Disclaimer: Therapy Talks does NOT provide medical services or professional counseling, and it is NOT a substitute for professional medical care.

...more
View all episodesView all episodes
Download on the App Store

Therapy TalksBy Switch Research