In this episode, psychotherapist Sarah Dosanjh and coach/somatic practitioner Stefanie Michele unpack the messy truth about personal growth.
Can we actually change who we are, or are we just managing symptoms with nicer language?
They get real about procrastination, personality quirks, self-perception, and the parts of us that therapy just won’t touch.
Through personal stories and client insights, they explore the line between acceptance and accountability — and why some things evolve, while others might be here to stay.
It’s not a self-help pep talk.
It’s a nuanced look at what we can shift… and what we might need to stop fighting.
Stefanie Michele:
Sarah Dosanjh:
00:09 Exploring the Topic of Change
00:44 Personal Reflections on Change
02:22 Stories of Transformation
05:32 Challenges in Personal Growth
09:06 Acceptance and Self-Compassion
15:21 Balancing Acceptance and Accountability
24:50 Dating and Relationship Insights
26:14 Embracing Acceptance Over Fear
26:36 The Struggle with Victimization
27:24 Grounded Decisions and Avoidance
27:50 Ambivalence Towards Relationships
28:28 The Role of Fear in Decision Making
30:50 Personal Anecdotes and Reflections
32:34 Perceptions and Self-Identity
33:53 Family Dynamics and Personal Growth
34:55 The Challenge of Changing Self-Perception
39:41 Desires for Self-Improvement
46:53 Final Thoughts and Reflections