Ep 13. Thoughts on Self-Trust, Grief, and Becoming Who You Really Are
Thu Aug 07 2025
In this episode of Chronically Over It, Cait Pearson discusses the challenges of self-identity and the journey of self-discovery. She shares her experiences with survival identities, the importance of acknowledging oneself through mirror work, and the need for curiosity over criticism in self-reflection. Cait emphasizes the significance of building a new relationship with oneself, embracing one's true self, and recognizing that it's okay to be messy and human. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to engage with their own self-discovery journey.
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Takeaways
* Life evolves and changes, and so should our expectations.
* Self-identity can be built on survival mechanisms.
* Grief can manifest as self-hate when we don't recognize ourselves.
* Mirror work is about acknowledgment, not just acceptance.
* Curiosity over criticism fosters a healthier self-dialogue.
* Building a new relationship with oneself takes time and effort.
* It's okay to feel lost and unsure; you're not alone.
* Your worst days don't define your worth.
* Embrace the messiness of being human.
* You are worth getting to know, no matter your past.
Keywords
self-identity, personal growth, mental health, self-acceptance, trauma, self-discovery, podcast, personal development, authenticity, self-love
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In this episode of Chronically Over It, Cait Pearson discusses the challenges of self-identity and the journey of self-discovery. She shares her experiences with survival identities, the importance of acknowledging oneself through mirror work, and the need for curiosity over criticism in self-reflection. Cait emphasizes the significance of building a new relationship with oneself, embracing one's true self, and recognizing that it's okay to be messy and human. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to engage with their own self-discovery journey. She’s Hungry Podcast on Spotify She’s Hungry Podcast on Apple Takeaways * Life evolves and changes, and so should our expectations. * Self-identity can be built on survival mechanisms. * Grief can manifest as self-hate when we don't recognize ourselves. * Mirror work is about acknowledgment, not just acceptance. * Curiosity over criticism fosters a healthier self-dialogue. * Building a new relationship with oneself takes time and effort. * It's okay to feel lost and unsure; you're not alone. * Your worst days don't define your worth. * Embrace the messiness of being human. * You are worth getting to know, no matter your past. Keywords self-identity, personal growth, mental health, self-acceptance, trauma, self-discovery, podcast, personal development, authenticity, self-love Get full access to She's Hungry at caitpearson.substack.com/subscribe