Malwina Matysek
Food for thought
Providing Everything You Need For Self-Exploration
“If you assume that there is no hope,
you guarantee that there will be no hope.
If you assume that there is an instinct for freedom,
that there are opportunities to change things,
then there is a possibility
that you can contribute to making a better world.”
Noam Chomsky
Brené Brown - Vulnerability vs Courage
Dr. Brené Brown is a renowned American researcher, author, and public speaker known for her groundbreaking work on vulnerability, shame, empathy, and resilience. Brown's central message is that vulnerability is not a sign of weakness, but rather a source of strength and authenticity. She believes that embracing vulnerability is essential for meaningful human connections, personal growth, and resilience. Her work promotes the idea of "wholehearted living," which involves embracing imperfections, being vulnerable, and cultivating authenticity.
Dr. Maté promotes a compassionate and non-judgmental approach to individuals struggling with addiction.
He suggests that society's punitive and stigmatizing attitudes toward addiction can exacerbate the problem and hinder recovery. He believes that the root causes of addiction are often found in early childhood experiences, trauma, and emotional pain.
Claudia Christian is an American actress, writer, singer, and director known for her work in film and television. Sha has been open about her personal struggles with alcohol addiction and her journey toward recovery. Today her story with addiction is an important part of her advocacy work.
“A failure is not always a mistake,
it may simply be the best one can do under the circumstances. The real mistake is to stop trying.”
B. F. Skinner
How to fix a broken heart by Guy Winch
Guy Winch, Ph.D., is an American psychologist, author, and public speaker known for his work in the field of emotional health and well-being. Dr. Winch is an advocate for destigmatizing mental health and emotional well-being. He emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and addressing emotional pain, much like we would address physical injuries.
“We do not have to rely on memories to recapture the spirit of those we have loved and lost – they live within our souls in some perfect sanctuary which even death cannot destroy.”
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Nan Witcomb
Nora McInerny is an American author, speaker, and podcast host known for her work on grief, resilience, and personal storytelling. She gained prominence after writing candidly about her own experiences with loss and hardship, particularly following the death of her husband, Aaron Purmort, from brain cancer in 2014. Her work often focuses on embracing life after loss, breaking down taboos around grief, and finding humor and meaning in difficult times.