Been There Got Out Podcast
Building a Toolkit for Emotional Survival & Parenting
When life threw curveballs at Dr. Yael Dubin, she not only caught them but tossed them back with transformative power. Her journey from psychiatrist to relationship coach is nothing short of extraordinary, and in our latest episode, she opens her heart to reveal the resilience that saw her through sexual assault, divorce, and the tough decision to leave her medical career behind. Yael's entry into the "Been There Got Out Club" and her 16-year hesitation to remarry underscores the courage it takes to rediscover trust and love, a narrative that is both inspiring and deeply educational.
Navigating emotional storms requires a toolkit, and Yael introduces us to one of her favorites: the "window of tolerance." This concept is critical as it helps us understand our body's stress and trauma responses, and how we can better manage life's high-pressure situations, such as mediation during a divorce. Yael's personal anecdotes provide insight into the tactics of abusers and the relaxation techniques that counteract them. From drawing inspiration from the animal kingdom to the healing power of laughter and community, this episode is a treasure trove of strategies for staying afloat when the waves of life crash around us.
Parenthood doesn't pause for court battles or legal disputes, and Yael emphasizes the importance of maintaining emotional presence for our children. By sharing strategies to help ourselves and our little ones find and stay within our individual windows of tolerance, she offers a lifeline for parenting under pressure. This episode is an affirmation of the strength found in solidarity and empathy, providing a message that you're not alone in your struggles. Whether you're facing your own Olympic level challenges or supporting someone who is, this heartfelt conversation with Dr. Yael Dubin promises to uplift, educate, and empower.
When life threw curveballs at Dr. Yael Dubin, she not only caught them but tossed them back with transformative power. Her journey from psychiatrist to relationship coach is nothing short of extraordinary, and in our latest episode, she opens her heart to reveal the resilience that saw her through sexual assault, divorce, and the tough decision to leave her medical career behind. Yael's entry into the "Been There Got Out Club" and her 16-year hesitation to remarry underscores the courage it takes to rediscover trust and love, a narrative that is both inspiring and deeply educational.
Navigating emotional storms requires a toolkit, and Yael introduces us to one of her favorites: the "window of tolerance." This concept is critical as it helps us understand our body's stress and trauma responses, and how we can better manage life's high-pressure situations, such as mediation during a divorce. Yael's personal anecdotes provide insight into the tactics of abusers and the relaxation techniques that counteract them. From drawing inspiration from the animal kingdom to the healing power of laughter and community, this episode is a treasure trove of strategies for staying afloat when the waves of life crash around us.
Parenthood doesn't pause for court battles or legal disputes, and Yael emphasizes the importance of maintaining emotional presence for our children. By sharing strategies to help ourselves and our little ones find and stay within our individual windows of tolerance, she offers a lifeline for parenting under pressure. This episode is an affirmation of the strength found in solidarity and empathy, providing a message that you're not alone in your struggles. Whether you're facing your own Olympic level challenges or supporting someone who is, this heartfelt conversation with Dr. Yael Dubin promises to uplift, educate, and empower.