Launch Your Light
Welcome to Launch Your Light! – A Podcast That Covers the Soul & Strategy Of Running a Business and Sharing your Heart’s work with the World!
This podcast is dedicated to those here to align with their Soul's Purpose, Connect with the Spirit of their Business, and Share their Gifts from the Heart.
Join us as we explore the Soul and Strategy of Your Purpose Work, A Step-by-Step Process to support your Business or Passion Projects, and Self-Paced Learning packed with rich and inspirational Activations! Led by Jayme Rose Gray, The Soulpreneur Coach, who covers Energy & Systems to launching and running your own business as a Woman on Planet Earth!
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Launch Your Light
Therapy Stigma & Managing Anxiety w/ Vesi Hristova Jones
Vesi's Journey Into Social Work
Jayme and Vesi discussed Vesi's journey into her profession as a licensed social worker. Vesi shared her background, including growing up in a family with substance abuse and domestic violence, and how an English tutor helped her realize her potential. She expressed her attraction to psychology and her decision to pursue social work after realizing that it better aligned with her goals.
Navigating Personal Journeys and Challenges
Jayme and Vesi discussed their personal journeys and experiences. Vesi shared her transition from a full-time position to starting her own practice after having her son and the challenges she faced during the Covid-19 pandemic. Jayme then asked for advice on how to navigate past experiences and consider seeking professional help. Vesi emphasized the importance of connecting with one person who can help change one's life and trajectory, regardless of their profession.
Covid-19's Impact on Mental Health
Jayme and Vesi discussed the ongoing effects of the Covid-19 pandemic on mental health, particularly anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. Vesi shared her journey of specializing in these areas, attributing it to her training in DBT, CBT, and ACT, as well as her personal style and preferences. They both agreed that the pandemic has left a lasting impact on people's lives, with many still feeling isolated and struggling to heal. They also discussed the challenges of telehealth and the benefits of in-person therapy, with Vesi noting the importance of decompression time for clients. The conversation concluded with Vesi observing an increase in depression during the winter months in New England.
Social Connections and Mental Well-Being
Vesi and Jayme discussed the importance of social connections and physical touch in maintaining mental well-being. Vesi emphasized that relationships, whether clinical or personal, play a significant role in one's life and that therapy can be beneficial regardless of a mental health diagnosis. They also touched on the topic of true crime shows and podcasts, with Vesi admitting to being a fan, but not necessarily for calming purposes. Jayme suggested that understanding human behavior might be a reason why some people find these shows calming. Vesi also mentioned the potential for distraction from real-life issues through binge-watching or scrolling on social media.
Managing Anxiety and Therapy Stigma
Vesi and Jayme discussed the nature of anxiety and the importance of facing it rather than avoiding it. Vesi emphasized that anxiety is a natural part of human biology and should not be eliminated, but rather managed. Jayme asked about the stigma surrounding therapy and counseling, to which Vesi responded that seeking help is a sign of strength and that therapy can be beneficial for various issues, not just diagnosed conditions. Vesi also shared her decision to leave the insurance network due to the limitations it imposed on her ability to provide therapy and the influence of insurance on treatment plans.
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