Secrets Make You Sick with Ashleigh Hummel (TW)Secrets Make You Sick with Ashleigh Hummel (TW)
The Recovery Journey
Maria Danielle and Ashleigh Hummel discuss mental health, emphasizing the importance of expressing and feeling emotions.
31:23•5 Feb 2021
Secrets Make You Sick: Honest Conversations with Ashleigh Hummel
“Emotions are emotions and that's just what they are, and we have to be able to sit with them in order to heal and move forward.”
Ever find yourself saying 'I'm fine' when you're anything but? In this episode of 'The Recovery Journey', Maria Danielle sits down with Ashleigh Hummel for a candid chat about the ups and downs of mental health. Both Maria and Ashleigh open up about their personal battles with depression and self-harm, shedding light on the importance of naming and expressing feelings.
They delve into how often we use 'I'm fine' as a shield to hide our true emotions, and why it's crucial to allow ourselves to feel those uncomfortable feelings. Ashleigh passionately discusses how acknowledging emotions is the first step towards healing. She encourages listeners to give themselves permission to feel without judgment. The conversation also touches on the power of sharing personal stories as a way to connect and heal.
Maria and Ashleigh wrap up their discussion by talking about the readiness for therapy and the vital role it plays in recovery. If you're looking for an episode that combines heartfelt honesty with practical advice, this one is a must-listen.
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