#57 BoJack Horseman - Exploring Addiction & Self-Destructive Tendencies w/ Sarah Nam, MA
Yellow Chair Collective: An Asian American Mental Health Podcast
English - May 10, 2024 07:25 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MB - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsMental Health Health & Fitness Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
Helen and Sarah discuss the animated series BoJack Horseman and its exploration of addiction, trauma, and identity. They highlight the show's depiction of addiction and self-destructive tendencies, as well as the cyclical nature of addiction and the challenges of overcoming substance use.
Takeaways
Recognize the importance of therapy in addressing mental health issues
Cultivate self-awareness and embrace opportunities for personal growth
Practice empathy and create non-judgmental spaces for others
Understand the role of forgiveness and self-compassion in healing
Time Stamps
00:00 Introduction and Background
06:03 Unpacking the Impact of Past Traumas
15:01 Navigating Celebrity Culture and the Search for Purpose
36:55 Empathy and Non-Judgmental Spaces