Life is filled with inevitable trauma, death, and tragedy, even if you've had a seemingly normal or average life. This is because of a significant divide between what your life is like and how you actually feel. It's not just about having a good or bad life; internal variables can dramatically impact someone's emotional experience. It's important to recognize the validity of your own emotions instead of constantly seeking validation from others. Suppressing your pain only leads to more suffering. Get my book: For When Everything is Burning https://bit.ly/forwheneverythingisburning Connect with me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.scott.eilers See the Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCogWI9kVVvmRRPzzQBrOwzg What's inside: 00:00 The Divide Between Life and Feelings 03:30 Life's Inherent Trauma and Uncertainty 06:56 Acknowledging Life's Fragility and Pain 13:27 The Importance of Self-Validation Disclaimer: This content is not intended to be a replacement for receiving treatment. It is purely educational in nature. My relationship with you is that of presenter and audience, not therapist and client. But I do care.

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