I Have Issues - Episode 11 DENIAL

Do you struggle to accept parts of who you are?  <br/>Do you hide the truth about yourself out or fear of judgement or shame?<br/>Do you lie to stop people finding out about your life and so live a double-life instead? <br/><br/>In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I discuss the issue of denial.   <br/>Denial is a defence mechanism used to hide the truth about aspects of our life and stop people seeing what and who we really are. <br/>We may feel embarrassed, ashamed or guilty about ourselves and so use denial to stop ourselves experiencing those negative feelings. <br/>We can end up creating a persona to avoid the truth coming to light and to feel secure. <br/><br/>People with an issue of denial can struggle to be in healthy relationships, have addiction problems and poor mental health.  <br/>They can become trapped in a life that is dishonest, inauthentic and ruled by lies. <br/>Listen to this episode to learn how to deal with denial and if you do struggle with this issue, there is a way forward to help you heal. <br/>Ironically, the truth can actually set you free. I'm a London based adolescent and adult chartered psychologist.<br/>Please share this podcast if you find it helpful.<br/>Also follow me on Instagram, Twitter, Tiktok and Facebook for insights on mental health.