When the Mirror Doesn’t Match the Memory
Description
Summary
In this episode, Dr. Nashay Lowe explores the dissonance between our self-perception and reality, emphasizing the importance of updating our self-image to reflect who we truly are today. She discusses how our identities are shaped by external influences and how familiarity can distort our understanding of ourselves. Through grounding practices, listeners are encouraged to reflect on their current selves and release outdated identities.
Key Takeaways
- Many of us see ourselves through outdated blueprints.
- The disconnect between our current reality and self-image can be jarring.
- Our self-image is often shaped by others' perceptions.
- We internalize distorted reflections from our past.
- Cognitive dissonance can keep us stuck in old identities.
- Change can feel threatening to our established self-concept.
- We must pause to reintroduce ourselves to ourselves.
- Grounding practices can help clarify our current identity.
- You're allowed to evolve beyond past identities.
- Self-acceptance is about recognizing who you are now.
🫶🏾 Please Follow, Subscribe, Share, Rate, and Review the show! 🫶🏾
🎙 This Episode is Brought to You By:
- Dr. Nashay Lowe, Founder of Lowe Insights™ Consulting
- Amayah Poston, Podcast Manager and Co-Producer
To bring a conversation like this to your stage, please visit https://forms.gle/XineBr3err9W1HD49 to complete a speaker request form.
Visit The Mind Shop™ and explore our Wearable Wisdom™ collection— designed to carry the spirit of The Resolution Room into everyday life. Every piece is a quiet reminder to pause, reflect, and lead with intention.
Shop at https://lowe-insights-mind-shop.fourthwall.com/
Oh! Be sure to check out some of My Favorite Transformation Tools 🛠 to assist you along your personal and professional journey! https://linktr.ee/loweinsights
And if you just want to say thank you in a simple way, you can always buy me a coffee—every gesture helps keep this space going.
https://buymeacoffee.com/resolutionroom
Theme music credit:
https://uppbeat.io/t/aavirall/soft-waves-forming
License code: YHLX3CWSWGWNCJZT