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Summary: In this conversation, Zaiyari Wellness shares her journey of navigating identity, culture, and mental health as a Puerto Rican woman. She discusses the complexities of growing up in a mixed-race household, the impact of her upbringing on her mental health, and the importance of understanding cultural heritage. Zaiyari emphasizes the significance of therapy in her healing process and the ongoing journey of self-discovery and finding dignity and worth beyond societal labels. In this conversation, Zaiyari Wellness shares her personal journey through perfectionism, trauma, and identity, particularly in the context of her experiences in the military and as a clinician. She discusses the societal pressures of perfectionism, the impact of trauma on mental health, and the importance of cultural perspectives in therapy. Zaiyari emphasizes the need for self-care and balance in her life as she navigates her role as a clinician while also being a mother. The conversation highlights the systemic issues within mental health and the importance of understanding individual experiences. In this conversation, Zaiyari Wellness discusses the importance of self-care, boundaries, and cultural connections in mental health. She emphasizes the role of boundaries in personal well-being and relationships, the significance of cultural heritage in therapy, and the need for a regulated nervous system for emotional health. The discussion also covers the complexities of grief, the definition of success in therapy, and the importance of trusting one's intuition while navigating feelings and trauma. Zaiyari shares her vision for the future of mental health and the importance of empowering clients to find their own paths to healing.

Chapters

00:00
Exploring Identity and Culture

02:56
The Impact of Upbringing on Mental Health

06:03
Cultural Heritage and Language

08:56
Navigating Mixed-Race Experiences

12:04
Understanding Trauma and Healing

15:02
Finding Dignity and Worth

18:00
The Journey of Self-Discovery

20:58
The Role of Therapy in Healing

25:16
The Quest for Perfection: A Personal Journey

28:00
Navigating Military Life and Identity

31:56
The Impact of Trauma and Mental Health

39:05
Cultural Perspectives in Therapy

47:59
Creating a New Path: Building a Practice

50:13
Balancing Life and Work as a Clinician

52:56
Grounding and Centering: The Importance of Self-Care

53:23
Understanding Boundaries: A Path to Healthy Relationships

54:07
The Role of Boundaries in Personal Well-Being

56:15
The Importance of Cultural Connection in Therapy

58:09
Navigating Personal Relationships as a Therapist

01:01:30
Cultural Heritage: Teaching Children About Their Roots

01:05:47
Defining Success in Therapy: Empowering Clients

01:08:01
The Future of Mental Health: Regulated Nervous Systems

01:09:34
Grief: Understanding Its Many Forms

01:11:37
The Complexity of Loss: Grief Beyond Death

01:13:56
The Path to World Peace: Regulated Nervous Systems

01:15:03
The Impact of Trauma on Decision Making

01:18:19
Trusting Your Intuition: Navigating Feelings and Trauma

01:20:10
Accessing Mental Health Resources: The Future of Therapy