The Hidden Cost of People Pleasing : Why High-Achieving Women Burn Out with Kelly Kessler

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In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Kelly Kessler shares her journey from being a physical therapist to a transformational coach, focusing on the importance of nervous system healing and subconscious reprogramming. She discusses the impact of perfectionism, people-pleasing, and external validation on women's mental health, emphasizing the need for self-awareness and internal validation. 

The discussion also covers the signs of disconnection from oneself, the role of the subconscious mind in shaping beliefs, and practical steps for nervous system regulation and personal transformation. Dr. Kessler encourages women to take small, manageable steps towards change, highlighting that healing is a journey that requires patience and self-compassion.

Takeaways

• Perfectionism and people-pleasing can lead to chronic stress.
• Emotional pain often manifests physically in the body.
• Women often seek external validation at the cost of their own needs.
• Self-abandonment occurs when we suppress our true selves.
• Recognizing signs of disconnection is crucial for healing.
• The subconscious mind runs 95% of our daily processing.
• Nervous system regulation is key to feeling safe and open to change.
• Small, incremental changes can lead to significant transformation.
• Healing requires patience, self-compassion, and awareness.

Connect with Dr. Kelly Kessler:

Website: https://www.optimalyouhealthandwellness.com/

Social media: https://www.instagram.com/drkellykessler

Podcast: https://www.optimalyouhealthandwellness.com/rewiring-health-podcast

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