Stop Running a PR Campaign for Your Life
You aren't exhausted because your life is hard. You are exhausted because you are running a 24/7 PR campaign to convince yourself that you are happy. 📉
In this video, I break down Sigmund Freud’s concept of Repression using the "Beach Ball Metaphor."
Imagine your trauma or anger is a giant inflatable beach ball. You don't want anyone to see it, so you shove it underwater. Does the ball go away? No. It takes constant, shaking energy to keep it submerged.
You can't swim, you can't play, and you can't hug anyone because your hands are busy holding down the truth. The energy you use to pretend you're "fine" is the exact same energy you need to heal.
👇 Discussion: What "beach ball" are you tired of holding down today? Let's talk about it in the comments.
This video is for general educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are in crisis or having thoughts of harming yourself, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or go to your nearest emergency room.
About Michael
I'm Michael, a mental health creator, recovered alcoholic, future therapist, and the host of Sober Psychology. After realizing how much of the traditional mental health conversation misses the mark, I decided to build a space dedicated to raw, unfiltered self-examination and personal healing. My approach combines psychological principles with brutal honesty and hard truths, cutting through the noise to help people navigate their own growth. No toxic positivity, no hidden shame—just real conversations about what it actually takes to heal.