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Dr. Rick and Forrest continue last week’s conversation on avoidance coping, this time focusing on how to move from insight into meaningful action. They explore why self-awareness often isn’t enough to create change, focusing on common impediments like ambivalence, shame, and the ...  Show more

We all have patterns we can see clearly…and still can't seem to stop. Dr. Rick and Forrest explore how avoidance fuels these patterns, and how we can break the avoidance loop by updating our expectations and predictions about the future. They discuss what avoidance coping is, how ...  Show more

Welcome to this week’s episode of the Mastin Kipp Podcast!In this episode, you’ll learn about:How to recognize the need for assistance and bringing in help.Understanding the impact of past experiences on current preferences.Embracing self-love and setting boundaries to avoid burn ...  Show more

Welcome to this week’s episode of the Mastin Kipp Podcast!In this episode, you’ll learn about:The limitations of certain personal development modalities.The role of different parts within oneself and how they can affect one's progress.The need for trauma-informed practices to cre ...  Show more

Welcome to this week’s episode of the Mastin Kipp Podcast!In this episode, you’ll hear about:The difference between low and high level coping mechanisms.Why feeling safe is everything when it comes to unleashing your potential.What can go wrong if we only focus on symptom managem ...  Show more

Welcome to this week’s episode of the Mastin Kipp Podcast!In this episode, you’ll hear about:What is the top-down approach to healing, and why it’s time for an upgrade.Why you might be stuck despite having healthier coping mechanisms.The connection between trauma work and purpose ...  Show more