The Therapy Edit One Thing with Em Clarkson on not letting other people’s narratives impact yours
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Mar 3, 2023 In this engaging discussion, Em Clarkson, an influencer and advocate for body positivity, shares her insights on not letting others' narratives shape your own life. Drawing from her experiences as a new mom and her work in the Have A Gos community, she speaks about how negative comments often reflect the speaker's struggles rather than your worth. Em also highlights the importance of prioritizing peace over control, overcoming people-pleasing tendencies, and embracing the beauty of being misunderstood in the online world.
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Others' Words Reveal Their Own Story
- People reveal their own issues when they talk about others, so their remarks often reflect themselves rather than you.
- Em Clarkson uses this to detach from others' negative stories and avoid internalising them.
Respond With Compassion, Not Ownership
- When someone projects trauma or horror onto you, feel compassion for their pain instead of making it your problem.
- Choose not to let their story become your narrative and preserve your own calm.
Let People Be Wrong About You
- Let people be wrong about you and stop centring yourself in every interaction to reduce offence and hurt.
- Prioritise peace over control by releasing the need to manage others' perceptions.