Follow me on instagram or book a free consultation call on my website!https://www.instagram.com/theantioptimisttherapist/https://theantioptimisttherapist.com/In this episode of the Anti Optimist Therapist, we explore the concept of 'Self as context,' a key idea from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I share personal anecdotes illustrating how our minds create anxious narratives and how we can learn to observe our thoughts without being consumed by them. The episode emphasizes the importance of recognizing that we are not the voice in our heads but the ones who hear it, creating space to navigate our mental and emotional landscapes more compassionately. We also discuss the upcoming group program, the Fulfillment Formula, aimed at helping high-achieving women overcome anxiety, guilt, and perfectionism. Stay tuned for next time, where we'll delve deeper into making decisions amidst mental noise.00:00 Introduction to the Anti Optimist Therapist00:18 Morning Mental Chatter00:59 Anxiety and Unrealistic Fears01:55 Understanding Self as Context02:19 Prison Experience and Presence03:29 Dealing with Grief and Self-Blame04:28 Lessons from Early Clients05:20 The Observing Self and Historical Wisdom06:32 The Power of Noticing Thoughts07:14 The Fulfillment Formula Program07:52 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview