TrailBLAZER: Dr. Azi Jankovic on Post Traumatic Growth
Mental Health Reclaimed
Guest: Dr. Azi Jankovic, author of Mental Health Reclaimed (for free chapters: http://www.azijankovic.com/chapters)
Summary
In this episode, Dr. Azi Jankovic shares her powerful journey with mental health, discussing her personal experiences with depression and bipolar disorder. She emphasizes the importance of breaking the silence around mental health, advocating for a holistic approach to treatment, and empowering others to share their stories. The conversation explores the impact of childhood experiences, the challenges of navigating mental health diagnoses, and the significance of finding strength in adversity. She introduces her Echo Method, a framework for change that encourages education, curiosity, healing, and observation. Ultimately, the episode is a message of hope, resilience, and the power of reclaiming your story.
Takeaways
Sharing personal stories can empower others.
A holistic approach to mental health includes physiology, psychology, purpose, and social connections.
Labels and diagnoses can create a sense of helplessness.
Bad decisions can stem from a deep sense of unworthiness.
Finding strength in vulnerability is crucial for healing.
The Echo Method provides a framework for personal change.
Post-traumatic growth can lead to new insights and purpose.
Knowledge is power in navigating mental health.
Self-doubt is the greatest barrier to personal growth.
Azi's experiences show that recovery is possible, even after deep suffering.
Sound Bites
"You are not crazy."
"Knowledge is power."
"The CEO of your mental health."
"You can change your mind."
Chapters
00:00Introduction to Mental Health Advocacy
02:35The Catalyst for Change
05:34Understanding Mental Health
08:23Childhood Influences and Early Struggles
11:11Navigating Diagnoses and Misunderstandings
14:05The Impact of Labels and Self-Perception
16:57Breaking the Cycle of Bad Decisions
18:16A Chaotic Escape: The Silk Dress Incident
20:15The Psychiatric Institution Experience
21:30Finding Stability Amidst Chaos
23:15Coping with Anxiety and Fear
24:54Post-Traumatic Growth: A New Perspective
25:47The ECHO Method: A Framework for Change
28:25Advice for Those in Pain
29:13Challenging Mental Health Stigmas
31:07Becoming Your Own Advocate
33:16Reflections and Future Aspirations
Dr. Azi Jankovic links
Website: https://azijankovic.com/ Book: https://azijankovic.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/azijankovic/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.azi.jankovic
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/azi.jankovic/
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