The Daily Stoic Lori Gottlieb on Changing Your Life by Changing the Story
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Apr 1, 2023 
Lori Gottlieb, a renowned psychotherapist and bestselling author, discusses the transformative power of storytelling in our lives. She emphasizes how we all craft unreliable narratives, which can shape our emotions and growth. The conversation dives into the importance of self-compassion and listening to others' experiences for real change. Gottlieb also highlights the role of therapists as editors in rewriting personal stories, nudging us toward healthier perspectives and relationships.
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The Difficulty of Change
- People seek therapy to change external factors, not themselves.
- Changing oneself is hard because it requires letting go of the familiar, even if unpleasant.
Self-Compassion for Change
- Practice self-compassion, especially after setbacks, to maintain positive changes.
- Analyze slip-ups constructively to learn and improve instead of resorting to self-criticism.
Inner Critic
- A patient, after tracking self-talk, realized her inner voice was overly critical.
- We often speak more harshly to ourselves than we would to anyone else.
