Dr Julie Smith: How To Build Secure Relationships, Control Fear, & Live With Uncertainty.

Listen to this episode from We Need To Talk with Paul C. Brunson on Spotify. In this episode of We Need To Talk we’re joined by Dr. Julie Smith, a clinical psychologist, best-selling author, and online educator known for making mental health tools accessible to millions. Dive deep into the realities of self-love, how to build secure relationships, and the hidden cost of always trying to "win" in arguments. Dr. Julie shares practical strategies to manage fear, navigate uncertainty, and transform anxiety into a source of strength. Dr Julie’s new book Open When: A Companion for Life’s Twists and Turns is available to buy nowOpen When on Amazon: https://g2ul0.app.link/nCGOymXTzQbFollow Dr Julie here:Instagram - https://g2ul0.app.link/td8IlXZTzQbTikTok - https://g2ul0.app.link/kaxaiI7TzQbFollow me here:https://www.instagram.com/needtotalkhttps://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod(00:00) Intro(01:43) Dr. Julie's Upbringing(04:00) Is Shyness Genetic or Learned Behavior?(06:11) Dr. Julie's Relationship With Her Husband(10:08) Why Did Dr. Julie Specialize in Clinical Psychology?(13:02) Dr. Julie's Experience Working for the NHS(16:55) Dr. Julie's Move Onto Social Media(23:10) The Success of Dr. Julie's First Book(24:40) Dr. Julie's Experience Writing Her Second Book Open When(26:15) Dr. Julie's Cancer Diagnosis(31:41) Dr. Julie's Thoughts on the Popularity of the Term "Self-Love"(34:40) What Is Metacognition?(37:23) Dr. Julie's Definition of Self-Love(40:17) How Do We Correct Our Self-Destructive Thoughts?(43:55) Keep Love Ad(44:52) Tinder Ad(45:41) What Is Dr. Julie's Definition of Self-Esteem?(50:08) How Does Confidence Relate to Self-Esteem?(54:43) How Should We Handle Criticism in Terms of Our Self-Esteem?(58:52) Do Our Values Stay the Same or Change Over Time?(1:00:07) Demonstration of Values(1:06:33) Are We More Anxious Than Ever in Society?(1:10:31) How Do We Manage the Anxieties of Modern Society?(1:14:29) Dr. Julie's Thoughts on Today's "Self-Centered" Society(1:16:57) How Do You Know if You're Ready for a Relationship?(1:18:36) Why Do We Need Relationships With Others for Our Happiness?(1:21:31) Dr. Julie's Tips for a Successful Relationship(1:24:28) Dr. Julie's Definition of Attachment Styles(1:28:01) How to Determine Your Attachment Style(1:29:52) How to Make Your Attachment Style More Secure(1:31:09) Dr. Julie's Ethos on Conflict in Relationships(1:35:15) Most Memorable Conversation(1:39:59) Paul's Takeaways(1:42:05) Adobe ExpressSponsored by:Get your tickets to 'An Evening with Paul C. Brunson' here: https://bit.ly/keeplove-megaphonePre-order Keep Love here: https://lnk.to/keeplovebookTinder: https://tinder.com/en-GBAdobe: https://www.adobe.com/uk/express/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices