Therapist, author, and friend Dr. Lee Long joins me for a conversation that has genuinely changed the way I think about relationships, conflict, anxiety, and even everyday frustrations.
We start with Trader Joe's, conspiracy theories, and why humans are wired to search for meaning. Then we get into the powerful question at the center of Dr. Lee's book, WAIT, Where Am I in This?
Why do we spend so much energy trying to change other people? Why do certain situations trigger such strong reactions in us? Why do we spiral over unanswered texts, feel stuck in the same relationship patterns, or find ourselves getting way too angry at strangers on the road?
Dr. Lee explains how one simple question can help us stop looking outward for answers and start understanding what's happening inside. We talk about self-awareness, people-pleasing, mind-reading, control, emotional triggers, and the difference between focusing on yourself and being selfish.
He even walks me through my own road rage in real time, which was both enlightening and slightly humbling.
If you've ever found yourself thinking, "If they would just change, everything would be better," this episode might give you a completely different perspective.
Because the most important question you're probably not asking yourself is:
Wait... where am I in this?
You can find Dr. Lee Long here:
Get his book on Amazon or Audible: WAIT, Where Am I in This?
Podcast: Wait, Let’s Talk About That
Website: www.drleelong.com
Instagram: @dr.leelong
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Disclaimer: We talk about a lot of therapy-related topics in this episode, but this is a podcast conversation, not a therapy session. Dr. Lee Long is not my therapist, and nothing discussed here should be considered mental health treatment or individualized professional advice. If you're looking for support with your own situation, please connect with a licensed mental health professional.
