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Sophie Dear on her experience of burnout and finding balance

Season 4, Ep. 9
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In this thought-provoking episode of the Hurt to Healing podcast, I am joined by Sophie Dear, a remarkable yoga teacher and self-worth coach. Sophie's journey is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the profound healing that can emerge from the depths of adversity. Her story unfolds with a battle against insomnia and anxiety during her early twenties, a period that led her through the process of prescription medications. But it was a pivotal moment, hitting rock bottom both physically and mentally while working in the TV industry, that ignited her desire to seek therapy and ultimately set her on a path of transformation.


As we delve into her inspiring story, Sophie recounts the slow burnout she experienced, a tumultuous 72-hour period filled with hallucinations and tears. This marked the moment when she knew she needed help and could no longer ignore her mental and emotional well-being. After getting signed off from work, Sophie turned to yoga as a means of healing and self-discovery. Her journey took her all the way to Australia, where she delved into yoga teaching. However, she soon realized that true healing required a deeper exploration of herself. Through meditation, self-growth courses, and an insatiable thirst for knowledge, Sophie's path unfolded, leading her to acceptance and a powerful revelation about the importance of focusing on energy, rather than outcomes.


Find Sophie:

Website: https://www.sophiedear.com/

Instagram: @_sophiedear

Retreats: https://www.sophiedear.com/retreats



Follow Hurt to Healing on Instagram: @hurttohealingpod


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A big thank you our wonderful charity partner Shout. Shout is the UK's first 24/7 mental health text support service so if you’re struggling or in need of someone to talk to, please remember to text Shout to 85258. 


Thank you to our corporate supporter, Brown Advisory, a global investment management firm which is passionate about raising awareness of mental health challenges in order to help people thrive in an ever-changing world.


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