Women are often expected to play nice, serve others, and do as they are told with a big smile. And if a woman learns to stand up for herself, she's often described as aggressive, controlling, or worse – simply for stating her opinions or tending to her needs. As a clinical psychologist and woman, I've found that an abundance of societal and cultural factors contributes to the limitation and erosion of women's self-confidence and authenticity. If you feel like you've had to live small and abandon your true self, stay tuned for empowering insights from a renowned self-confidence expert.

Join Dr. Carla and Wall Street Journal bestselling self-confidence author, Sheena Yap Chan, for an uplifting discussion on how you can build stronger self-confidence, self-love, and self-esteem! Topics discussed include self-care, self-love, self-confidence, self-esteem, empowerment, feminism, authenticity, trauma, intergenerational trauma, family dynamics, menstruation, confidence, leadership, imposter syndrome, gender disparity, success, healing, support groups, self-help books, and psychotherapy.

Please note that this episode contains sensitive material; listener discretion is advised.

Emergency Assistance Note: If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please call your emergency services. In the US, 24/7 help is available by calling "911," "988" (Suicide and Crisis Hotline), or SAMSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). Support/informational links are in the show notes.

Books by Dr. Carla Manly:

Joy from Fear: https://www.amazon.com/Joy-Fear-Carla-Marie-Manly/dp/1641701218

Date Smart: https://www.amazon.com/Date-Smart-Transform-Relationships-Fearlessly/dp/1641704675

Aging Joyfully: https://www.amazon.com/Aging-Joyfully-Optimal-Relationships-Fulfillment/dp/1641701412

The Joy of Imperfect Love: https://www.amazon.com/Joy-Imperfect-Love-Creating-Relationships/dp/1641709057

Oracle decks by Dr. Carla Manly:

Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1757477615/imperfect-love-reflection-oracle-cards

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Imperfect-Love-Reflection-Oracle-Cards/dp/B0D1Z5M4YK

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Are you securely attached? Do you generally feel safe, at ease, and emotionally connected in your intimate relationships? If not, there's a good chance that you struggle with issues related to insecure attachment—often known as avoidant, disorganized, and anxious attachment styles. But take heart; if you’re wrestling with attachment issues, trust that it’s not your fault–your attachment style was on its way to being formed before you could even talk. Yet, if not addressed, attachment issues can manifest in many challenging ways throughout life. Perhaps you have a pattern of being plagued by chronic relationship anxiety, hyper-dependence, fear of abandonment, or irrational jealousy. Or, at the other end of the spectrum, maybe you’re consistently told you’re emotionally disconnected, dismissive, or hyper-independent. But no matter what you’re struggling with, I’m here to assure you that you can rewire your brain and create healthy relational patterns.

Today's expert offers practical wisdom that can help you earn the secure attachment style—and healthy connection—you deserve. Join Dr. Carla Manly and expert Trevor Hanson for an empowering journey into what it takes to create healthy, safe relationships--starting with the relationship you have with yourself! Topics discussed include attachment style, attachment, secure attachment, insecure attachment, dismissive attachment, avoidant attachment, healthy relationships, communication, emotional abuse, abusive relationships, family of origin, family dynamics, avoidance, coping strategies, healing, inner child, boundaries, self-love, self-growth, inner-child healing, jealousy, conflict, triggers, ruptures, connection, and vulnerability.

Please note that this episode contains sensitive material; listener discretion is advised.

Emergency Assistance Note: If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please call your emergency services. In the US, 24/7 help is available by calling "911" or "988" (Suicide and Crisis Hotline). Support/informational links are in the show notes.

Books by Dr. Carla Manly:

Joy From Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your Friend

Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships and Love Fearlessly

Aging Joyfully: A Woman's Guide to Optimal Health, Relationships, and Fulfillment for Her 50s and Beyond

The Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached Relationships

Oracle decks by Dr. Carla Manly:

Etsy

Amazon

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