From Crisis to Connection: Gemma Lee Edelman's Journey
Episode Overview
Self-love involves accepting oneself fully and making choices aligned with personal values. Connections with others provide crucial support during challenging times. Social media can set unrealistic standards, impacting mental health negatively. Creating space to pause and reflect helps in understanding one's needs and emotions. Resilience is key in overcoming health challenges and finding one's true calling.
We forget that we are allowed to decide the type of life that we want to live.
In this engaging episode of The Therapy Suite on UK Health Radio Podcast, host Gavin J welcomes social coach Gemma Lee Edelman. Gemma shares her inspiring journey from being a teacher to becoming a social coach, spurred by a personal health crisis that led her to reassess her life priorities.
Her story is one of resilience and transformation, as she navigated the challenges of lupus and antiphospholipid syndrome to find her true calling in helping others connect with themselves and the world around them. Gemma discusses the importance of self-love and how it goes beyond just spa days and mantras. She emphasises that true self-love involves accepting oneself fully and making choices that align with one’s values and needs.
Gemma also touches on the significance of connections, both with oneself and others, highlighting how these relationships can provide support and strength during tough times. The conversation takes a deep dive into the impact of social media on mental health, especially among young people. Gemma shares her concerns about the unrealistic standards set by social media and the potential harm it can cause.
She stresses the need for creating space to pause and reflect, allowing individuals to understand their own needs and emotions better. Gavin and Gemma's discussion is both heartfelt and insightful, offering valuable perspectives on how to navigate life's challenges with grace and authenticity. Whether you're seeking inspiration or practical advice on self-love and connection, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to hear Gemma's powerful story and gain insights into living a more connected and fulfilling life.