Understand Your True Identity with Dr. Jeremy Thompson

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Saturday, August 1, 2026

Why do so many of us struggle with self-doubt, relationship friction, and negative self-talk? In this episode of The Better Life, Dr. Pinkston is joined by Australian family physician and author Dr. Jeremy Thompson to discuss his new book, Understanding Your True Identity: Discover the Real You and Enjoy Healthier Relationships.

Together, they dive deep into psychological health, exploring why we acquire negative thought patterns and how to break free from seeing ourselves as a "mixed bag" of flaws and strengths. Dr. Thompson shares actionable strategies from cognitive narrative and solution-based therapies to help you separate your true inner core from life’s baggage, rewire your mindset, and build healthier connections with the people in your world.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

The root cause of persistent negative inner voices and how to reframe them.
How childhood experiences and social media impact our self-identity.
Practical strategies to track daily mood triggers and break negative habits.
How understanding your core identity leads to deeper empathy and forgiveness in relationships.

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