Mental Health and Emotional Resilience with Alison Lager - EP 381
Release Date: 10/09/2024
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info_outlinePsychotherapist and entrepreneurial powerhouse Alison Lager joins Tony on the 365 Driven podcast to uncover the vital connection between mental health and entrepreneurship. With her extensive experience in psychotherapy and business ownership, Alison offers a fresh perspective on managing stress and burnout. As societal pressures and significant events intensify the mental health crisis, Alison passionately emphasizes the importance of mental health awareness for entrepreneurs striving for holistic success in wealth, health, mindset, and relationships.
Alison tackles the theme of emotional sobriety and its significance during tough financial times. Personal stories illustrate the challenges of juggling multiple jobs and the stress of debt, offering insights into planning and prioritizing tasks to ease overwhelm. Alison introduces the concept of an internal locus of control, showing how turning inward can provide emotional stability and resilience in the face of external stressors.
Alison and Tony challenge conventional notions around personal identity and the impact of societal labels. By questioning and unlearning restrictive beliefs, we can unlock the door to self-improvement and empowerment. From cultivating self-awareness to cutting out negative influences, this discussion underscores the transformative power of introspection. As Alison navigates the pressures of social media, she offers strategies to curate a positive digital environment, advocating for a healthy mindset and the strength that comes from mastering emotions.
Key highlights:
- Rewiring the Mind for Success
- Finding Inner Calm Through Emotional Sobriety
- Personal Power and Confidence Building
- Identity Formation and Self-Improvement
- Self-Improvement for Entrepreneurs
- Cutting Out Negative Influences
- Mastering Emotions for Inner Strength
- Navigating Social Media for Mental Health
Connect with Alison Lager:
- Instagram: @alisonanswers | @lagercounseling
- Website: LagerCounseling.com
- YouTube: Alison Answers
- Facebook: Alison Lager Lcsw Casac
- Purchase Alison’s book: “The Wake Up Call”
Connect with Tony Whatley:
- Website: 365driven.com
- Instagram: @365driven
- Facebook: 365 Driven