Seventeen years ago, Catherine’s life took a turn on the Greek isle of Skyros, a moment where chaos began its metamorphosis into a life of clarity and purpose. Join us as we peel back the layers of her compelling story, where personal demons are conquered, and a future filled with passion and stability is forged. Now a revered podcaster and coach, Katherine shares her journey through the crucible of group therapy, leading to an evolution that has touched many lives, including her own. Her narrative is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the extraordinary power of support and compassion in the face of life’s storms.
The path to self-discovery is often lined with the rubble of broken relationships and the sting of betrayal, yet it’s here that we find the truest sense of who we are. This episode is a raw look at the complexities of love and the pursuit of stability, as we navigate through the heartbreak of a mother’s loss, the isolation of academic life, and the devastation of a marriage ending. Hear how our guest faced the daunting task of restructuring her life, breaking generational cycles, and safeguarding her children’s future, all the while searching for an authentic self amidst the chaos. It’s a journey through darkness into the light of self-awareness and profound growth.
Community and service emerge as the cornerstones of transformation in our final chapter, where I share the creation of a women’s support group and the unexpected blessings that followed. Stepping out of personal drama to focus on others, I found love and strength in places I never anticipated. We also discuss the insightful world of Transactional Analysis with Ian’s story, as he navigates the complexities of searching for love through the prism of his professional expertise. The stories of people who’ve turned their attention outward, finding joy and growth in the process, will inspire you to consider how service can pave the way to personal fulfillment.
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Malcolm Stern has worked as a group and individual psychotherapist for more than 30 years. He was a co-founder of Alternatives at St James’s Church in London and runs groups internationally.
He is the author of Falling in Love / Staying in Love (Piatkus 2004) and Slay Your Dragons with Compassion ( Watkins 2020). He co-presented Channel 4’s relationship series, ‘Made for Each Other’ in 2003 and 2004 and sailed on the ‘Rainbow Warrior’ with Greenpeace in the 1980s. The book he is currently writing is an exploration of the shadow and its necessity in our evolutionary development.
Malcolm Stern in conversation with guests overcoming & thriving through adversity.
