{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/62543c995777950013f2db2b/6ac578b1eea51f2aa350cedd?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Ep. 168 The Past Is Over So Why Does It Still Hurt with Nicky Yazbeck","description":"<p><strong>The Past Is Over So Why Does It Still Hurt?</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why do old experiences still affect our confidence, relationships, and ability to speak up, even when we think we’ve moved on?</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>In this episode of The Beauty In The Mess, I sit down with Nicky Yazbeck, a licensed, trauma-informed EMDR therapist and podcast host, to explore the connections between past experiences, people-pleasing, and the belief that we’re somehow “not enough.”</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Nicky explains EMDR, which stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, and walks us through what a session can look like. We discuss emotional triggers, the importance of feeling safe with your therapist, and how healing can change the way you show up for yourself and others.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>If you’ve ever wondered why the same patterns keep repeating, this conversation offers a starting point for understanding them.</strong></p><p><strong>In this episode:</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li><strong>How childhood experiences can shape beliefs about ourselves</strong></li><li><strong>People-pleasing, self-abandonment, and seeking approval</strong></li><li><strong>What EMDR involves beyond eye movements</strong></li><li><strong>Why trust, preparation, and pacing matter in therapy</strong></li><li><strong>Finding a qualified therapist you feel comfortable with</strong></li><li><strong>What progress can look like in everyday relationships</strong></li></ul><p><br></p><p>02:05 Meet Nicky and hear her path to becoming an EMDR therapist</p><p>04:05 What EMDR stands for and how Nicky describes trauma</p><p>07:05 People-pleasing, perfectionism, and relationship patterns</p><p>10:05 Self-worth and the belief that “I’m not enough”</p><p>14:05 What an EMDR session can look like</p><p>17:05 Emotional triggers and physical reactions</p><p>18:05 Eye movements, tapping, and the EMDR process</p><p>23:05 Trauma, memory gaps, and preparing for therapy</p><p>27:05 How long EMDR therapy can take</p><p>32:05 Choosing a qualified therapist and finding the right fit</p><p>35:05 Noticing changes in your reactions and relationships</p><p>37:05 Nicky’s personal experience with EMDR</p><p>39:05 Safety, trust, and working with a licensed therapist</p><p>41:05 What healing and feeling more connected can look like</p><p>44:05 Nicky’s podcast and how to connect with her</p><p>46:05 When additional preparation or specialized care may be needed</p><p><br></p><p><strong>✨ Connect with Nicky Yazbeck</strong></p><p>• <strong>Website: <a href=\"https://www.nickyyyoga.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.nickyYyoga.com</a></strong></p><p>•<strong>Podcast:</strong> The Connected Community: Exploring Possibility (<a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/@TheConnectedCommunity/videos\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.youtube.com/@TheConnectedCommunity/videos</a>)</p><p>• <strong>YouTube:</strong> <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/@TheConnectedCommunity/videos\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Watch Nicky’s podcast</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>✨ Connect with Michele Simms</strong></p><p>• <a href=\"https://thebeautyinthemess.com?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Website: The Beauty In The Mess</a></p><p>• Instagram: <strong>@the.beauty.in.the.mess</strong></p><p>• LinkedIn: <strong>Michele Simms</strong></p><p>• Facebook Group: <strong>The Beauty in the Mess Podcast</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>💬 Rate &amp; Review</strong></p><p>If this episode spoke to you, please like and subscribe and consider giving a 5-star review.</p><p><strong>#TheBeautyInTheMess #NickyYazbeck #EMDR #TraumaHealing #MentalHealth #SelfWorth #PeoplePleasing #PersonalGrowth #HealingJourney</strong></p>","author_name":"Michele Simms"}