Embracing Imperfection: Katie Utterback on Mental Health and Healing
When we respond, we're choosing how we want to be viewed. So when I have my more difficult mental health days or moments, I can choose to beat myself up and continue the dark inner critic narrative that I'm not good enough, or I can act like the highest version of myself that I aspire to be, that I know I am.
What if it's okay to not have everything figured out? In this episode of 'Healing Laughter', Katie Utterback, CLC, takes a deep dive into the complexities of mental health, especially in the context of recovering from narcissistic abuse. Katie shares her personal journey, revealing the pressures she faced as a recovery coach to appear 'perfectly healed' before even stepping into the public eye. She candidly discusses her struggles with imposter syndrome and how it impacted her self-esteem and career.
But the heart of her message is simple yet profound: it's okay to not be okay. Healing isn't a straight path; it's a lifelong journey filled with ups and downs. Katie explores how mental health influences every aspect of our lives, from relationships to finances, and how it can create a ripple effect. She also touches on therapy, inner-child healing, codependency, addiction, and the surprising role that humor and spirituality play in her recovery.
This episode is a gentle reminder that seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Tune in for an honest conversation that might just make you feel a little less alone.