Today on the podcast I talk about a fun baby shower, my latest update in the tattoo removal process, the worst way to eat granola, getting prepped to go to a therapist for the first time, and how the interior design experience is going!
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Going to therapy was life-changing for me. I carried a lot of trauma into adulthood that I couldn’t seem to overcome on my own. I did regular talk therapy for several months until my therapist recommended I try EMDR therapy. It was the hardest thing I’ve ever done (I had weekly appointments on Fridays, and some Saturdays I couldn’t even get out of bed) but it absolutely changed my life.
For example, before EMDR, I just could not seem to forgive or forget some traumas relating to my Mom. I would pray and pray, and think I was getting over stuff, but then something would happen, and all those old hurts and traumas would resurface and I’d be back to being angry/depressed. EMDR basically recalls your traumas in a safe environment and allows you to properly process them so that they don’t have the power to continue to hurt you.
I did this about 9 years ago, and ever since then, I look at my Mom in a completely new way. I love her and tell her I love her all the time. I truly appreciate all she’s done for me. I don’t get triggered by her anymore. I actually enjoy spending time with her. It completely changed our relationship and I am so thankful that I did it.
You can read more about EMDR here:
https://www.emdr.com/what-is-emdr/
Good for you for prioritizing your mental health. The good thing is, therapy can be very helpful and effective in a relatively short amount of time, so don’t worry that you’ll be paying for therapy for years! It’s a very important and worthy investment in yourself. Good luck, Juli!
thanks for sharing Bethany!
Just came on here to say I’m so happy you’re posting podcasts again! IG and blogs aren’t really my thing so I love keeping up with you through podcasts!
yay!! thanks for listening Shelby!
Love, love, love your podcasts!! They make me laugh out loud during my commute to/from work. They are so fun! Keep up the great work!
yayyyy!! thanks for listening jessica!