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Mar 27Liked by Dr. Austin Johnson, PhD

Love this interview! As a psychologist, I firmly believe that one’s appearance has a direct impact on feelings, behavior, identity, and sense of connectedness. Investing in your appearance is an aspect of self-care and part of a holistic approach to wellness. Focus on one’s appearance sometimes gets a bad rap due to extremes and I think that can be a disservice to the well-being of many. Of thoughts, feelings, and behavior (which shape one and other) behavior is the easiest to change and upping one’s style/fashion game is a fun way to do that.

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YES. Jeff hit on the essence of this pillar of cognitive behavioral therapy that (I think) you’re alluding to when he said, “Clean, fresh appropriate clothing will set you in the scene even if it takes some time to adjust out of your head.” Lead with action and expect that your emotions may need some time to catch up. (Though sometimes the positive effects can be almost instantaneous.)

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Mar 27Liked by Dr. Austin Johnson, PhD

Great article! Loved it! I have been a bit embarrassed by my love of style (clothes, shoes, accessories), thinking it was very shallow of me. I feel differently about it now! Thank you!! ❤️

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❤️❤️❤️I imagine a lot of people can relate to that feeling.

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Mar 27·edited Mar 27Liked by Dr. Austin Johnson, PhD

Yes please!

This article is very insightful in regards to the shift you can make mentally when your wardrobe accurately represents the activity at hand.

I also like the talk about milestones prompting a need for help from a stylist.

Good stuff!

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Yes! I can’t help but think of Mr. Rogers changing into sneakers and a cardigan at the start of each show.

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