In this episode of the On Being Human Podcast, Eva details her experience with burnout and the pressures of living up to the 'superwoman' narrative. She discusses the process of unlearning old narratives, recognizing the cultural and personal origins of these stories, and exploring new, healthier paths of being. Eva highlights the importance of practices like Yoga Nidra, meditation, and the support of loved ones in fostering rest and self-awareness. The discussion dives into transactional analysis concepts, exploring how early life 'drivers' shape behaviors and the antidotes that help reframe one's approach to life. The episode wraps with an emphasis on lightness and humor in the journey of personal growth.
Chapters in this episode
00:00 Introduction to the On Being Human Podcast
00:05 Eva's Burnout and the Superwoman Narrative
01:04 Exploring Societal Narratives and Personal Stories
02:23 The Impact of Burnout on Personal Identity
04:19 Unlearning Old Narratives and Embracing Imperfections
06:54 The Role of Meditation and Rest in Healing
07:56 Understanding and Detaching from Narratives
20:11 Eva's Journey: From Rituals to Yoga Nidra
24:06 Transactional Analysis and Drivers
30:17 Balancing Drivers and Finding Antidotes
40:46 Humor and Lightness in Addressing Personal Narratives
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