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I scan news and resources to bring you the latest findings and formulas for success emotionally and financially.
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25 FEB. 2025 · PROMPTS /LESSON
The Velveteen Rabbit: A Journey of Healing Through Love and Self-Acceptance
Synopsis of The Velveteen RabbitThe Velveteen Rabbit by Margery Williams is a timeless story about love, transformation, and the power of being deeply cherished. It follows a stuffed rabbit's journey to become "Real."
He learns from the wise old Skin Horse that becoming Real is not about how one is made, but rather something that happens when one is truly loved—so much so that it wears them down over time.
The rabbit experiences profound love from a young boy, which makes him feel Real in his heart. However, when the boy falls ill, the rabbit is discarded due to concerns about infection. Left alone and heartbroken, the rabbit sheds a tear, which summons the Nursery Magic Fairy. She grants his deepest wish, transforming him into a living rabbit. In the end, the boy sees a real rabbit in the wild, not realizing that it is his beloved toy, now made truly Real through love.
Healing Trauma Through Self-Love: Lessons from The Velveteen RabbitThe Velveteen Rabbit serves as a powerful metaphor for the journey of healing and self-acceptance.
The transformation of the rabbit mirrors the process of learning to embrace our imperfections, our scars, and our intrinsic worth. Below are key passages from the book that connect deeply with self-love and healing, followed by reflective prompts for personal exploration.
- "Real isn't how you are made," said the Skin Horse. "It’s a thing that happens to you. When a child loves you for a long time, not just to play with, but loves you, then you become Real."✨ Reflection: Trauma can make us feel disconnected from ourselves, but love—especially self-love—has the power to bring us back to our true essence.
- In what ways have you sought validation from others to feel "Real"?
- How would your sense of self-change if you fully embraced your worth, regardless of external validation?
- What small act of self-love can you practice today to nurture your inner child?
2. "It doesn’t happen all at once," said the Skin Horse. "You become. It takes a long time."✨ Reflection: Healing is not instant; it unfolds over time, through patience, self-compassion, and consistent care.
- Are you allowing yourself grace in your healing journey, or are you expecting transformation to happen overnight?
- Can you identify a moment in your life where you felt even a small step closer to healing? How did it feel?
- What is one thing you can do today that supports your healing, even if it’s small?
3. "By the time you are Real, most of your hair has been loved off, and your eyes drop out and you get loose in the joints and very shabby. But these things don’t matter at all, because once you are Real, you can’t be ugly, except to people who don’t understand."✨ Reflection: Our scars—whether emotional or physical—tell the story of our survival. They are proof that we have lived, loved, and endured.
- Are there parts of yourself that you judge harshly? What if you viewed them as symbols of your strength instead?
- How can you shift your perspective to see your wounds, both visible and invisible, as part of your beauty and resilience?
- Imagine looking at yourself through the eyes of deep, unconditional love. How would that change the way you see yourself?
4. "You were Real to the Boy because he loved you. Now you shall be Real to everyone."✨ Reflection: The love we give ourselves first makes us visible, strong, and authentic in the world.
- How would you behave differently if you truly saw yourself as worthy and lovable?
- What kind of relationships, opportunities, or experiences would you allow yourself to pursue if you fully embraced your "Realness"?
- What is one fear that holds you back from being your true self? How can you release it?
5. "Once you are Real, you can’t become unreal again. It lasts for always."✨ Reflection: Once we have recognized our worth, no external force can take it away.
- Can you recall a moment where you felt fully loved or accepted? How did that shape you?
- How can you remind yourself daily of your inherent worth and Realness?
- If you wrote a letter to your past self from a place of self-love and wisdom, what would you say?
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Final ThoughtThe Velveteen Rabbit is more than a children's book—it is a lesson in love, resilience, and the beauty of being seen for who we truly are. Healing, like becoming Real, takes time. It is often messy and imperfect. But the more we lean into self-love, the more we transform into our truest, most vibrant version of ourselves.
So today, and every day, remind yourself: You are Real. You are loved. And you are enough—exactly as you are.
Copyright Michele Paiva 2025
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3 FEB. 2025 · Everyone is discussing - often heated- the topic of tariffs. In this episode, I will break down arguments both for and against tariffs.
- I will dive into some of the psychology of why tariffs might make you fume or tremble in fear.
I'm also giving you three areas to think about.
- What to buy now
- What you might want to wait for sales
- How to Budget
Let me know what you think!
www.TheFinanceTherapist.com
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23 DIC. 2024 · Struggling? You are not alone. www.TheFinanceTherapist.com
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18 DIC. 2024 · Let's talk about this topic (Interest rates, borrowing, loans, mortgages)
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Or if you want the anonymous form sign up for my FT|The Finance Therapsit Newsletter to get the link to the anonymous form:https://ft.TheFinanceTherapist.com
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16 DIC. 2024 · Who is right? Who is wrong? Can you add suggestions for Julie and Tom?
Navigating Holiday Spending.
Also, go to my site at TheFinanceTherapist.com for free resources and my weekly newsletter, the FT.
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16 DIC. 2024 · No one seems to have answers which causes chaos, and chaos causes stress. So, drones are nothing but stressful, on many levels.
Especially if you live in or near New Jersey, like I do!
So, how are the drones impacting your emotional and mental health?
In more ways than you can imagine- most likely.
Here's just an overview, in this week's podcast.
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27 NOV. 2024 · Codpendency and Hyperindendence are two sides of the same coin.
Those who struggle with both- which is common- tend to feel like doormats.
In this episode I go into details of what habits are keeping you stuck in doormat mode.
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15 NOV. 2024 · Resources & Freebies
- - Free Webinar: Unmask Your Financial Triggers – Uncover the emotional forces shaping your spending and saving habits
- 3-Part Series: Behind Closed Doors: Financial Abuse, Manipulation, and Toxic People – Learn how to safeguard your emotional and financial health
- - Available at [thefinancetherapist.com](https://thefinancetherapist.com)
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14 NOV. 2024 · The Finance Therapist Podcast - Show Notes
Welcome to The Finance Therapist Podcast! I’m Michele Paiva, here to help you bridge the gap between your emotions and finances.
Each weekday, we’ll explore topics to help you:
- Transform your relationship with money - Make financial decisions to lead to financial wellness and victory - Understand family money dynamics and emotional triggers
This podcast blends financial therapy insights with practical tools to help you navigate your financial wellness journey.
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Today’s Episode
- Episode Topic: The Psychological Impact of The Hustle Culture
- Actionable steps to manage real-life financial situations and emotions
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Resources & Freebies
- Free Webinar: Unmask Your Financial Triggers
– Uncover the emotional forces shaping your spending and saving habits
3-Part Series: Behind Closed Doors: Financial Abuse, Manipulation, and Toxic People – Learn how to safeguard your emotional and financial health
- Available at [thefinancetherapist.com](https://thefinancetherapist.com)
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13 NOV. 2024 · The Finance Therapist Podcast - Show Notes
Welcome to The Finance Therapist Podcast! I’m Michele Paiva, here to help you bridge the gap between your emotions and finances.
Each weekday, we’ll explore topics to help you:
- - Transform your relationship with money
- - Make financial decisions to lead to financial wellness and victory - Understand family money dynamics and emotional triggers
- This podcast blends financial therapy insights with practical tools to help you navigate your financial wellness journey.
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Today’s Episode
- Episode Topic: Generational conflict surrounding money and listener letters.
- Actionable steps to manage real-life financial situations and emotions
Resources & Freebies
- - Free Webinar: Unmask Your Financial Triggers – Uncover the emotional forces shaping your spending and saving habits
- - 3-Part Series: Behind Closed Doors: Financial Abuse, Manipulation, and Toxic People – Learn how to safeguard your emotional and financial health
- - Available at [thefinancetherapist.com](https://thefinancetherapist.com)
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Support the Podcast
- - If you find this podcast helpful, please subscribe, rate, and share with friends and family - Visit [thefinancetherapist.com](https://thefinancetherapist.com) to sign up for the monthly newsletter for more resources
- Thank you for being part of this community—remember, you’re never alone on your financial journey!
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A therapeutic lens on finances and how economics and emotions intermingle. I scan news and resources to bring you the latest findings and formulas for success emotionally and financially. Follow...
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A therapeutic lens on finances and how economics and emotions intermingle.
I scan news and resources to bring you the latest findings and formulas for success emotionally and financially.
Follow and also visit www.TheFinanceTherapist.com for free resources.
mostra menos
I scan news and resources to bring you the latest findings and formulas for success emotionally and financially.
Follow and also visit www.TheFinanceTherapist.com for free resources.
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| Autor | Michele Paiva |
| Organización | Michele Paiva ™️ |
| Categorías | Economía y empresa , Superación personal , Cultura y sociedad |
| Página web | www.TheFinanceTherapist.com |
| michele@michelepaiva.com |
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