Download my FREE Nervous System Guide: https://resetacademy.drmindypelz.com/nervous-system-reset?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=nervous_system_reset So many women believe they’ll finally feel better about themselves when they lose the weight, change their body, or reach the goal. But changing the outside doesn’t always change how we feel on the inside. Psychologist and author Dr. Marisa G. Franco joins me to explore where our sense of self-worth actually comes from and how old experiences can continue shaping the way we see ourselves years later. We talk about body image as we age, menopause, insecurity, nervous system patterns, reparenting, vulnerability, and why learning to acknowledge the parts of ourselves we’d rather push away may be an important part of building genuine self-worth. In this episode: Self-worth vs. confidence Body image and menopause How old memories shape the way we see ourselves Why insecurity can feel protective Reparenting and Internal Family Systems Interrupting negative thought spirals Vulnerability and deeper relationships Learning to value who you are now _ MORE ON MARISA FRANCO Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmarisagfranco Substack Newsletter: https://drmarisagfranco.substack.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarisagfranco Website: https://drmarisagfranco.com NEW! Book Worth: https://drmarisagfranco.com/worth-the-book Best Selling Book Platonic: https://drmarisagfranco.com/platonic-the-book For more resources related to today’s episode, visit the podcast episode page: https://www.drmindypelz.com/ep373 Listen to The Live Like a Girl Podcast 🎧 New episodes drop every Monday & Wednesday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6j6ML4pYocMLahMODUtYt5 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-like-a-girl-with-dr-mindy-pelz/id1503897906 _ STAY CONNECTED WITH ME: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drmindypelz Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/resetters Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.mindypelz Substack: https://substack.com/@drmindypelz Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drmindypelz CREDITS: Photos: Wendy Yalom Photography Editor: Patrick Hogan _ AFFILIATE DISCLAIMER https://www.drmindypelz.com/disclaimers ***** Please note the following medical disclaimer: By viewing this video you understand that this video is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice and should not be relied on as health or personal advice. Always seek the guidance of your doctor with any questions you may have regarding your health or medical condition. You also understand and agree that the terms of our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply to your interaction with us.