In this episode of the On Being Human Podcast, Eva details her experience with burnout and the pressures of living up to the 'superwoman' narrative. She discusses the process of unlearning old narratives, recognizing the cultural and personal origins of these stories, and exploring new, healthier paths of being. Eva highlights the importance of practices like Yoga Nidra, meditation, and the support of loved ones in fostering rest and self-awareness. The discussion dives into transactional analysis concepts, exploring how early life 'drivers' shape behaviors and the antidotes that help reframe one's approach to life. The episode wraps with an emphasis on lightness and humor in the journey of personal growth.

Chapters in this episode

00:00 Introduction to the On Being Human Podcast

00:05 Eva's Burnout and the Superwoman Narrative

01:04 Exploring Societal Narratives and Personal Stories

02:23 The Impact of Burnout on Personal Identity

04:19 Unlearning Old Narratives and Embracing Imperfections

06:54 The Role of Meditation and Rest in Healing

07:56 Understanding and Detaching from Narratives

20:11 Eva's Journey: From Rituals to Yoga Nidra

24:06 Transactional Analysis and Drivers

30:17 Balancing Drivers and Finding Antidotes

40:46 Humor and Lightness in Addressing Personal Narratives

You can find more information on Eva:

https://www.instagram.com/new_york_angel/

https://inwardcreations.com/

External references

If you want to learn more about the work referenced in our conversations please visit the following links. 

* https://manchesterpsychotherapy.co.uk/transactional-analysis-drivers/

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