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Healing from self-hatred
Healing from self-hatred
Healing from self-hatred
Saturday 10th January 2026
Explore self-hatred's roots and healing with Dr Blaise Aguirre on 'All In The Mind'. Learn how to unlearn self-loathing.
30 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Self-hatred is often learned through critical environments and high sensitivity.
- Creating a separation between identity and self-loathing is crucial for healing.
- Therapeutic approaches focus on unlearning negative mindsets.
- Compassionate understanding can significantly aid recovery.
- Self-compassionate actions help in reducing self-hatred.
"You have to create this wedge from the idea that self-hatred is a core part of your identity."
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? This episode of 'All In The Mind' tackles the heavy topic of self-hatred and its deep roots in one's psyche. Dr Blaise Aguirre, a child and adolescent psychiatrist from Harvard Medical School, joins host Sana Khadar to unravel the complexities of self-loathing. The discussion highlights how self-hatred often stems from high sensitivity and critical environments, manifesting as a relentless inner critic that convinces individuals they are fundamentally flawed.
Dr Aguirre shares poignant anecdotes from his practice, illustrating how well-meaning but critical parenting can inadvertently plant seeds of self-loathing. He emphasises the role of sensitivity, noting that highly sensitive individuals are more susceptible to internalising negative feedback, which can lead to a pervasive sense of inadequacy. The episode doesn't shy away from discussing the serious consequences of self-hatred, including its link to suicidal thoughts.
Dr Aguirre provides insights into therapeutic approaches that aim to separate one's identity from self-loathing, advocating for the unlearning of this harmful mindset through gradual acts of self-compassion. Listeners are offered a glimpse into the lives of those who have battled intense self-hatred and emerged stronger. Dr Aguirre's compassionate approach and dedication to his patients serve as a beacon of hope for anyone struggling with similar feelings.
This episode is a powerful reminder that self-hatred is learned and can be unlearned, paving the way for healing and self-acceptance. Are you ready to challenge your inner critic and embrace a more compassionate view of yourself?