In this episode, Caitlin Liz Fisher, guides us through an exploration of how social narratives influence our self-view and how we, as neurodivergent people, can take back our feeling of value. They also share their personal experiences on how self-loathing takes root, highlighting it as a behavior ingrained by societal standards that frequently overlooks the neurodivergent experience.
So, grab your snacks and get cozy, 'cause we’re taking a trip down memory lane, and retracing some practical steps towards loving the amazing person you are!
Key Points:
Caitlin unpacks the origins of self-loathing, emphasizing that it's a learned behavior influenced by societal norms and expectations.
Caitlin invites us to reflect on the carefree nature of childhood and how societal pressures can dim our innate sense of worth.
Caitlin highlights the importance of embracing our neurodivergent selves and finding empowerment in our differences.
You Will Learn:
The roots of self-loathing and how societal norms influence our self-worth.
Practical steps to overcome self-doubt and embrace one's neurodivergent identity.
The significance of childhood joys in fostering a sense of self-worth.
Actionable tips for cultivating self-love and acceptance.
How embracing one's uniqueness can lead to greater creativity and fulfillment.
FREE TRAINING ALERT: Art is Revolution, April 23rd @ 7PM EST (askfishfisher.com)
Episode Wisdom Nuggets:💬 "Nobody is born into this world with self-loathing. That is a learned behavior."
💬 "Being a child is so good... it's supposed to be whimsical and everything's a new adventure."
Super epic resources to check out next:
✨ Working Title Writing Incubator (Caitlin’s Signature Writing Program)
Your story deserves to be written, messy drafts and all! Join me in turning your authorly dreams into reality with the Working Title Writing Incubator. Dive into the world of storytelling and make your book inevitable. Your story belongs in the world—let's make it happen, one chapter at a time.
✨ What’s it like inside the Working Title Incubator: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1MQysBYzuQ58SVXcd4wymK?si=412d7283c70c441c
More cool resources we think you’ll love:
🚂 FREE TRAINING ALERT: Art is Revolution, April 23rd @ 7PM EST
https://www.askfishfisher.com/revolution-2024
💜 Eldest Daughter Rehab Sessions:
https://www.askfishfisher.com/private-podcast-the-eldest-daughter-rehab-sessions
📚 THE GASLIGHTING OF THE MILLENNIAL GENERATION
https://www.caitlinlizfisher.com/books
📌 Embrace Your Autistic Joy
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3N4Ctkx8YI4g1bzOoVOImi?si=b6f3869f36c04d89
📌 Healing from People Pleasing Trauma
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6SxYEmmcS5T27JcNFVmZl2?si=cd5efc88eacf4b5c
📌 You Are Enough - The Power of Self-Compassion
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0wWB6ipewH8KO4kU5QiFCd?si=4004b2e034dc4484
📌 Are You Suffering from Eldest Daughter Syndrome?
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1fOrKVXMOJqEeQ8LPeCu2V?si=325af2f6d11b4556
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