Beyond the Sexy Shortcut: Embracing Genuine Change

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Laugh Cry Club

Joy Parrish, LPC // Chelsea Walsh, LMFT // Rebecca Zeleny, LCSW

69 episodes

3 days ago

Hosted by 3 licensed mental health therapists who laugh and cry as much as you do. New episodes MONDAY! Three licensed mental health therapists explore the complexities of mental health with compassion, humor, and a whole lot of heart. Whether you're seeking support, understanding, or simply a good laugh, Laugh Cry Club is here to remind you that you're not alone on this journey. Tune in every Monday for new episodes and be part of our community where every emotion is welcome, and every story matters. Let's navigate the world of mental health together, one laugh and one tear at a time.

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Beyond the Sexy Shortcut: Embracing Genuine Change

Laugh Cry Club

55 minutes 17 seconds

2 months ago

Beyond the Sexy Shortcut: Embracing Genuine Change

Exploring Cognitive Behavioral Therapy & Personal GrowthIn this episode of the Laugh Cry Club, hosts Joy, Rebecca, and Chelsea introduce themselves and welcome listeners to the podcast, emphasizing their focus on normalizing the human experience through laughter and emotion. They discuss their weekly laugh and cry moments, sharing personal anecdotes such as smoking candy cigarettes for nostalgia, handling an Airbnb booking mishap, and dealing with an emotional week of existential dread and cathartic crying. The main topic centers around Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), explaining how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected and how small changes in behavior can lead to significant emotional improvements. The hosts also touch on battling negative thoughts, implementing new tracks for personal development, and the importance of self-care. They conclude with a teaser for the next episode about returning to one's essence and self-acceptance.01:05 Laugh and Cry of the Week02:48 Chelsea's Airbnb Fiasco08:54 Joy's Hilarious Dad Stories14:40 Existential Dread and Isolation17:12 Chelsea's Emotional Writing Process27:26 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)28:15 Understanding CBT: Thoughts, Feelings, and Behaviors30:50 The Interconnectedness of Thoughts, Feelings, and Behaviors33:13 Changing Behaviors to Influence Feelings34:16 Overcoming Negative Thinking and Limiting Beliefs37:04 The Importance of Small Steps and Self-Validation38:52 Navigating Stuckness and Seeking Ease41:14 The Journey of Self-Improvement and Avoiding Shortcuts44:03 Embracing the Process and Personal Growth56:16 Concluding Thoughts and Next Week's Topic