This week’s episode marks a special occasion—both my birthday and the podcast’s one-year anniversary! We’re exploring the dynamics of birthdays: what they mean to us, the expectations we place on them, and how they reveal our deeper unconscious patterns. Freud wasn’t a fan of birthdays (except for the gifts!), and that got me thinking; how do we truly feel about getting older?

Plus, I share some reflections on personal growth, the stories we tell ourselves, and why birthdays can be a great moment to check in with where we are in life.

I’m launching a new course, Psychodynamics for Beginners! Initially designed for coaches, but soon to be available for anyone curious about how psychodynamic theory can help them make better choices in their everyday lives.  Click here for more info:

https://mailchi.mp/5344a338c710/psychodynamics-for-beginners

Here are the highlights of this episode:

(0.34) How Freud felt about birthdays

(2.40) Bridget Jones

(3.07) Are we where we want to be?

(6.21) How other people respond to our birthdays

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