Ep #146: Unraveling Emotional Patterns: A Developmental Perspective with Dr. Brendan Doherty

Discover how childhood shapes our emotional lives in this insightful discussion with Dr. Brendan Doherty, a clinical psychiatrist and yoga practitioner. Emotions start developing even before birth, but understanding and managing them is a lifelong journey. Dr. Brendan explains how early interactions with caregivers help children learn to regulate their emotions, laying the foundation for essential skills like empathy and self-regulation. The conversation delves into how attachment styles formed in childhood impact our ability to express and process emotions as adults. Dr. Brendan highlights the importance of therapy and relationships in helping individuals become more self-aware and comfortable with their emotions. He also explores the development of identity, emphasizing that understanding who we are is an ongoing process that can be deeply influenced by life experiences. For those navigating identity shifts, emotional challenges, or exploring new paths in life, this episode offers valuable insights into the role of mental health, yoga, and self-awareness in personal growth. It's a must-listen for anyone seeking to better understand themselves and their emotional journey. Episode Chapters: 00:00 - Exploring the Mind-Body Connection 02:05 - Understanding Emotional Development 06:23 - The Development of Empathy and Emotional Regulation 11:46 - Emotional Development and Attachment Patterns 17:44 - Navigating Parenting Challenges 20:23 - Frontal Lobe Development and Psychosocial Stages 27:54 - Uncovering True Identity Through Life Experiences 32:32 - Navigating Parental Expectations and Self-Expression 33:28 - Discovering One's True Calling 39:08 - Unlocking True Self Through Therapy and Yoga 44:49 - Finding the Right Therapist for Your Needs 49:23 - The Importance of Bedside Manners in Healthcare 53:36 - Changing Perceptions of Therapy 55:52 - Accepting Therapy's Limitations 57:54 - Exploring Identity, Therapy, and Self-Discovery Dr. Brendan’s Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/psychiatry4soul/ The Self You Seek Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5RUl0my6UHWY1Keh2TZ6Kt?si=ebfc6354969e4535 --- About Going Pro Yoga: At Going Pro Yoga, we help yoga teachers become even better by teaching them new skills and giving them the tools they need to make their yoga classes safe, fun, and special for everyone. **Right now you can try Going Pro Yoga FREE for 7-days and sample: All Tools Needed to Master Cueing, Sequencing, and Alignment Video Library of over 75 fully Sequenced Classes, Sequence Chunks, and Flows FIRST EVER Yoga Cueing System with Over 160 poses and Hundreds of Variations Wisdom Talks from over 20,000 Hours of Teaching Experience Anatomy and Injury Prevention as it relates to Yoga. To Learn More, Visit Going Pro Yoga, and⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Start your 7-Day Free Trial⁠⁠⁠⁠! For more information about in-person trainings in Bali,⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.elementsofpoweryoga.com/advancedtrainings⁠⁠⁠