Summary of How to talk to the worst parts of yourself | Karen Faith | TEDxKC

00:00:00 - 00:10:00

In this TEDxKC talk, Karen Faith discusses how to talk to the worst parts of yourself in a way that is both honest and rational. She notes that therapy or other forms of self-care can be helpful in managing hard thoughts and feelings. Ultimately, she advocates for an open mind and gratitude for all aspects of the self.

• 00:00:00 In this TEDxKC talk, Karen Faith discusses how to talk to the worst parts of yourself, including those thoughts and feelings that are hard to live with. She notes that it is important to be honest and rational when dealing with these thoughts, and that therapy or other forms of self-care can be helpful in managing them.
• 00:05:00 Karen Faith discusses the challenges of being a people researcher, including the difficulty in connecting with unpleasant people. She teaches a technique called "unconditional welcome," which allows researchers to connect with people without judgment. This allows them to learn more about them and see them more clearly.
• 00:10:00 The speaker discusses how to talk to the worst parts of oneself, starting with accepting them as they are in the moment. She finds that this is easier said than done, but eventually manages to do so. She also discusses the importance of having an open mind and being grateful for the contributions of all of oneself.