Aug 2024
40m 56s
Dr. Natalie introduces discusses the importance of personal agency on this episode of Midlife Crisis to a Centered Life Thriving. Midlife can feel overwhelming with various challenges and changes. It can make us feel victimized by our circumstances. However, we have the power to be agents of change in our own lives. By adopting a growth mindset and recognizing our agency, we can rewrite the narrative and make decisions that align with our values. This brings peace and allows us to thrive in the midst of chaos. We must remember our worth and take care of ourselves to find a centered life. Dr. Natalie emphasizes the need for individuals to prioritize themselves and their own worth, rather than constantly giving to others. She shares her own experiences with codependency and the challenges of setting boundaries. She encourages listeners to embrace personal agency and make positive changes in their lives. Keywords: personal agency, feminism, self-worth, codependency, boundaries, challenges, changes, growth mindset, agency, peace, thriving, Dr. Natalie, podcast for women, midlife, midlife women, Midlife Crisis to a Centered Life Thriving, @LearnToLoveYourStory Takeaways: - Midlife can be a challenging and overwhelming time, but we have the power to navigate through it. - Adopting a growth mindset allows us to see ourselves as agents of change in our own lives. - We can rewrite the narrative and make decisions that align with our values. - Recognizing our worth and taking care of ourselves brings peace and allows us to thrive in the midst of chaos. - Personal agency is the key to making positive changes in life and embracing personal growth. - Feminism is about recognizing the equal worth and individuality of all humans. - Societal conditioning often leads women to prioritize others over themselves, leading to feelings of resentment and dissatisfaction. - Setting boundaries and valuing one's own worth is essential for maintaining healthy relationships and personal well-being. _________________________________________________ JOIN the LearnToLoveYourStory.com (https://LearnToLoveYourStory.com) Mailing List! Join my newsletter and receive my FREE video and workbook, “Freeing Yourself: A Guide for Letting Go of Other People's Opinions” SIGN UP on the website at https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/762561/109840834025752017/share __________________________________________________ Connect with us on all our Social Media Platforms: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/learntoloveyourstory Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-m-marr/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/learn_to_love_your_story_/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LearnToLoveYourStory DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with LearnToLoveYourStory.com (https://LearnToLoveYourStory.com) , NatalieMarrCounseling.com (https://NatalieMarrCounseling.com) , and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums. If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources): National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ CALL 988 Crisis Text Line: https://www.crisistextline.org/ Text HOME to 741741