On this episode of Life's Dirty Little Secrets, hosts Emma Waddington and Chris McCury are joined by Jim Lucas. The topic of discussion: self-doubt. Despite years of experience and professional development, all three still struggle with feelings of insecurity and uncertainty. hey discuss how self-doubt can hold us back, but also how it can be a useful tool for growth and exploration. From parenting to professional development, they explore the importance of being open and honest about what we don't know, and how it can actually help us become better at what we do.Highlights: Understanding Self-Doubt in Clinical Work The Importance of Acknowledging Self-Doubt Facing Therapeutic Mistakes and Self-Doubt The Problem with Striving for Constant ConfidenceMore about Jim Lucas:I’m Jim Lucas, and I live and work in Birmingham, UK.I am a man in midlife who loves to learn and go on new adventures with fellow travellers.I love helping people develop as a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and ACT Trainer.My career started young, so I’ve developed the expertise to help many people.Using the skills I learned as a therapist, I’ve improved my life significantly (after thinking, “it will never work for me”).I’ve helped 1000s of people transform their lives (after thinking, “I’ll never be able to help them”).I’ve taught 1000s of therapists how to effectively do Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (after thinking, “I’ll never be as good as my teachers”).More recently, I’ve decided to do less therapy and more teaching. I decided to grow my team and give them my trust to care for people who want our help. Our therapists have knowledge, qualifications and skills in evidence-based therapiesWhere to find Jim:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVMvl8_IFLV8oX1fjSazazQLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimlucasopenforwards/Struggling with your child’s big feelings? Our new children’s workbooks are here to help kids and parents handle worry, disappointment, and anger using practical, compassionate tools. Follow the journeys of Justin Case, the Glumm Twins, and Max Cross as they learn that tough emotions are normal and manageable. Find all three workbooks at bookstores everywhere and give your family the support they deserve. ORDER Max Cross Gets Unstuck from Anger: An Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Workbook for Ages 8-12 (ACT Workbook series for kids) ORDER Justin Case Sits with Anxiety: An Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Workbook for Ages 8-12 (ACT Workbook Series for Kids) ORDER The Glumm Twins Unhook from Sadness: An Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Workbook for Ages 8-12 (ACT Workbook Series for Kids)

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