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Breaking it down with Dr. Dell MabundaAuthor: Dr Dell Mabunda
Welcome to BID with Dr. Dell Mabunda, where we break it down, build it up, and live it out this podcast is for anyone navigating the tensions between who you are and who becoming. What it actually means to become and what it really takes. It is where change gets honest and raw. So whether you are rebuilding after a breakdown, redefining your identity, or reaching for something more, this space holds room for you. The real stories, grounded psychology and practical truths. We unpack what it really means to grow. So bid. Bid on your growth. Bid on you becoming the best version of you! Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Mental Health Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Self-Compassions mental Tug-of-War: Pushing Hard vs. Punishing Hard
Episode 4
Sunday, 14 December, 2025
In this episode of BID with Dr. Dell Mabunda, we break down a truth many high achievers and especially healthcare professionals rarely confront: the tug of war between being too hard on yourself and being too soft. Because the demand of aways being your best never stops , how do you then stay mentally healthy? Hence we take a look at how being hard on yourself might be doing more harm than good.Drawing from neuroscience, clinical studies, and lived experience, Dr. Dell Mabunda and her featured guest Angelia Chatzaki explore how self-compassion rewires the brain for resilience, while self-criticism activates stress pathways that drain motivation and damage emotional wellbeing.We break down : The key signs you’ve crossed the line from grit into burnout And what it really means to support yourself through failure Why negative self-talk is more harmful than most realise How to cultivate real compassion without losing ambition Practical strategies to reduce burnout, shame and judgmentThis isn’t about being soft — it’s about staying strong and BIDing on resilience in a healthier, kinder wayWhether you’re a high achiever, a healthcare worker, or just tired of being your own worst enemy and if you’ve ever asked yourself, “Am I pushing too hard?”—this episode will help you find clarity and calm in the chaos
