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This week, after months of contemplation, I decided to step down from a position I’ve held for several years that has brought me much meaning and allowed me to contribute to an organization I love. The decision felt grueling. What was the “right” thing to do?
We all face choices that feel wrought. How can we move forward when the “correct” choice isn’t clear?
The main question I try to answer is what is this in the service of? Is the decision a move toward values (who and how I want to be in the world; what I want to stand for; what deeply matters in my heart) or a move away from discomfort? Sometimes the answer is both which is part of what makes the way forward so murky.
I answered the question what is this in the service of? in choosing whether to stay or leave the organization by constructing this table to work it out in black and white. |
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Ultimately this helped me choose to leave. Even though I know in my heart it’s the right thing for me right now, it still comes with pain. And that’s ok. Hard decisions are hard. It doesn’t mean you’re making the wrong one.
What challenging decisions have you been avoiding because the choice is unclear? Consider completing a values vs avoidance table to see if this helps you gain clarity.
Clinician’s Corner
I’m thrilled to be presenting at an incredible conference this October called Innovations in Psychotherapy put on by PESI and Psychotherapy Networker. The conference has an exciting lineup of leading experts in mental health including Lori Gottlieb, David Kessler, Nedra Tawwab, Emily Nagoski, Dan Siegel, and more—and one of the keynote speakers is none other than Ashley Judd! My talk is titled “Imposter No More: Use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to Help Clients (and yourself!) Overcome Imposter ‘Syndrome’” You can join this event live in Anaheim, CA, or virtually. To find out more and to register, click here and enter INV50 for $50 off your registration.
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Identifying and Surviving Gaslighting with Robin Stern
Are you familiar with the term “gaslighting”? It’s been a popular topic for discussion in recent days, but how many of us actually understand its true meaning and, perhaps more importantly, how to identify it?
Join us for this thought-provoking interview with Psychoanalyst and co-founder of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, Dr. Robin Stern, who gives us a fresh and detailed perspective on the subject. Shedding light on decades of research and heaps of knowledge as the author of The Gaslight Effect and The Gaslight Effect Recovery Guide, Dr. Stern offers guidance on how to recognize the different stages of the gaslight effect, indicating who is most susceptible and offering strategies to escape from it.
Don’t tolerate emotional abuse in silence any longer; tune in to learn how to spot the signs of gaslighting while moving forward toward a brighter future filled with kindness and respect—which you deserve! |
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The contents of this newsletter are for informational and educational purposes only. The newsletter is not intended to be a substitute for professional psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are struggling, seek the services of an appropriate mental health professional. |
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