"Sarah Cawood candidly acknowledges her feelings of exclusion and career decline"
In a candid discussion on 'This Morning', former TV presenter Sarah Cawood opened up about her feelings of jealousy and loneliness as she looks on at her former peers thriving on social media. Sarah, who was a prominent figure in the 90s, hosting shows like Top of The Pops and Live and Kicking, expressed feelings of redundancy and survival while others are thriving. She mentioned her desire to build her own brand or write a book, but lacks time due to motherhood and financial constraints. Two psychotherapists, Susie Masterson and Debbie Keenan, were consulted to understand Sarah's feelings and offer advice for women who feel similarly. Debbie Keenan, a senior accredited, multi award winning Integrative Psychotherapist and published writer, currently completing a Doctorate Degree in Psychotherapy and Counselling, and a specialist in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), suggested that shifting to an internal locus of evaluation requires being compassionate with oneself and recognizing everyone's struggles. She also advised breaking the cycle of comparison by recognising one's own self-worth and learning to love oneself over someone's online 'performance'. Susie Masterson, a BACP registered integrative therapist and coach, qualified EMDR practitioner, and who has worked for Rape Crisis and a counselling charity, encouraged embracing the feeling of being an imposter, reframing it as an opportunity, and strengthening one's self-concept by investing in oneself. She stated that self-development and progression involve taking risks and learning along the way, and feeling like an imposter can be an opportunity for growth. Susie also pointed out that comparing oneself to others on social media is driven by a need for safety and belonging, which are emotional blueprints inherited from ancestors. On the other hand, Debbie highlighted that social media encourages an external locus of evaluation, where self-worth and validation are determined by others' opinions and cultural expectations. Sarah Cawood's feelings of jealousy and loneliness are not uncommon, as comparison on social media is often made against a projected 'perfect life, body etc.', which can make a person feel not good enough or less than. In her interview, Sarah mentioned psychotherapists Dr. Jo Hemmings and Dr. Elsa Mclean, whom she sought help from in understanding her feelings of loneliness and admiration-related struggles with former colleagues. As Sarah continues to navigate her journey, her openness about her feelings serves as an inspiration for many women who may be going through similar experiences. By seeking advice and support, she is taking steps towards healing and self-discovery, reminding us all that it's okay to ask for help and prioritise our mental health.
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