Unraveling Identity Disturbance: Why Your Search for a "Sense of Self" Might Be Keeping You Stuck

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English - October 11, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 85.2 MB - ★★★★★ - 362 ratings
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In this episode, we dive deep into the complex world of identity disturbance and the harmful effects of wrapping our identity around others, as seen in the BPD "Favorite Person" phenomenon. We explore the connection between identity disturbance and imposter syndrome and question whether common therapeutic goals in the West, such as developing a sense of self and improving self-esteem, may actually be doing more harm than good.

We'll also discuss how the Buddhist concept of "anatta" or "non-self" can be a powerful tool for healing identity issues and why the idea of a sense of self is an illusion that keeps us stuck and overly identified with our suffering. We discuss why mindfulness can be challenging to practice when we are overly identified with our sense of self and explore strategies for becoming more mindful and breaking free from our attachment to identity. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of identity and how to cultivate a healthy sense of self.

Recommended resources:

■ Article: “The Fiction of the Self - The Paradox of Mindfulness in Clinical Practice” by Ronald Siegel

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