ACE Your Life: Acceptance, Compassion and Empowerment with Dr. Michelle Maidenberg
What we talked about:
We embark on a journey of self-improvement and personal growth with the esteemed Dr. Michelle Maidenberg, author of the groundbreaking book, "Ace Your Life: Unleash Your Best Self and Live the Life That You Want.” Driven by her powerful ACE method, rooted in acceptance, compassion, and empowerment.
Throughout our conversation, Dr. Maidenberg underscores the fleeting nature of life, urging us not to squander time but to embrace our core values and to really understand our minds and cultivate the skills to navigate our thoughts and feelings effectively. We explore the intricate relationship between self-worth and the components of the ACE method, highlighting the pressing need for self-compassion and acceptance of ourselves in today's society.
We also explored the vital role of communication in nurturing relationships, particularly in the context of shared values like connection. Drawing from her extensive private practice, Dr. Maidenberg shares relatable patient stories illustrating the transformative journey from feeling 'stuck' to forging deeper, more authentic connections with life and those around us.
Dr. Maidenberg provides compassionate guidance on navigating our inner voices and cognitive patterns related to productivity and codependency, touching upon mindfulness practices and her renowned "A Letter to Your Anxious Mind" featured in Psychology Today.
Dr. Michelle P. Maidenberg
Michelle P. Maidenberg, Ph.D., MPH, LCSW-R maintains a private practice in Harrison, New York. Michelle is adjunct faculty at New York University teaching a graduate course in Mindfulness Practice. Michelle is the author of the book "Ace Your Life: Unleash Your Best Self and Live the Life You Want" available at Thriftbooks, Barnes and Noble, Walmart, Target and Amazon. Listen to Michelle's TED TALK: Circumventing Emotional Avoidance. She is also a blogger for Psychology Today and publishes a new guided meditation every Thursday on her YouTube channel. Michelle is dedicated and invested in health and mental health advocacy.
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