Pathfinders
Welcome to Pathfinders! I’m your host, Jessa, and in this podcast, I bring you heartfelt conversations with those who have found their own paths in life while dealing with its challenges. My hope is that it inspires you to make choices that feel true to you so that you can live your life in the most authentic and fulfilling way.
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4 Things I Wish I Knew When I Was Younger: Life Lessons from Christiane Steffens-Dhaussy
In this episode of Pathfinders, I talk with German psychologist, trainer, and palliative care expert Christiane Steffens-Dhaussy. Christiane shares four essential life insights she wishes she had known when she was younger. These insights include understanding that life doesn't follow a straight line, how the brain shapes our perceptions and decisions, the importance of human connections, and the power of gratitude. Through relatable anecdotes and professional expertise, Christiane offers practical advice for navigating life's challenges, making authentic decisions, and cultivating a fulfilling life.
About Christiane:
Christiane Steffens-Dhaussy is a German psychologist, trainer and supervisor who is married to someone from France and who works in Luxembourg. She works with both mental health professionals and medical staff. She’s also an expert in palliative care and has written a book in French about guiding both families, patients and medical staff through the difficult journey of death and grief in general hospitals. Her career has been built on understanding the human experience from different perspectives and with different modalities and now she’s here to share some life-changing lessons that she wishes someone had told her when she was younger.
Link to her book: https://www.satas.com/fr/deuil/6925-accompagner-la-mort-et-le-deuil-une-approche-pratique-pour-le-milieu-hospitalier-9782872932320.html
00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage
02:03 The Unpredictable Journey of Life
06:48 Navigating Through Challenges and Anxiety
10:34 Balancing Rational Thinking and Gut Feelings
20:09 Understanding How Your Brain Works
31:55 Calm Your Body Down
32:48 The Importance of Reaching Out
34:16 Creating a Support System
36:00 Surrounding Yourself with Positive People
39:27 Finding Your Tribe
47:15 The Power of Gratitude
01:00:23 Fire Away Questions