In Divine Decode, hosted by Archita, Kerisma Vere shares a truth many of us forget: your worth doesn’t rise and fall with productivity, healing progress, or how “together” you look online. This episode is for high-functioning strivers, people-pleasers, and anyone who feels they must earn rest, love, or belonging. You’ll hear how trauma and conditioning can tie identity to output—and how compassion (not harshness) creates real, sustainable change. About the Guest:Kerisma Vere is a holistic wellness coach and author who teaches trauma-informed, compassionate growth. She shares her personal journey of recovery, rebuilding self-relationship, and redefining success. Episode Chapters:00:00 — What if worth isn’t earned?02:10 — When “thriving” still hides a hollow foundation06:05 — Why self-esteem can collapse after a life change10:15 — Trauma, survival mode, and chasing external safety15:40 — The kindness gap: why we’re gentle with others, harsh with ourselves20:25 — “Doing nothing” as real medicine24:10 — Compassion vs. accountability: the curiosity lens Key Takeaways:Notice where your worth is secretly tied to results, roles, or relationships.Practice mirror-talk: “I love you right now,” even mid-imperfection.Replace self-criticism with curiosity: “What made this hard today?”Treat rest as a skill, not a reward you have to earn.Build change from kindness—pressure may move you, but it won’t hold you. How to Connect With the Guest:Kerisma Vere's Work: https://towardswellness.ca/InstagramYouTubeLinkedInBook: "The Light Switch Myth: Contemporary Approaches to Creating Lasting Change"Also offers: 60-Day Self-Gratitude Practice guideAvailable for sliding scale coaching and free guidance Search: Google "Kerisma Vere" for additional resources 🎙️ Want to Be a Guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? Send me a direct message on PodMatch. 👉 DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik 🌱 About Healthy Mind By Avik™️ Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it has become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate the platform now reaches 200K+ global listeners across 6000+ episodes, uniting voices, breaking stigma, and reminding us that every story matters. 👉 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. Refer a GuestKnow someone who would be a great fit for one of our podcast shows? Email us at services@podhealth.club with the subject line “Refer a Guest.” Requests without this subject line cannot be catered to. Support Our Podcast: Support this Podcast 📬 Contact & Links Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik™️ Email: avik@podhealth.club | services@podhealth.club Website: https://www.podhub.club/ Based in: India & USA 🎧 All Podcast Shows: https://podcreatorsnetwork.transistor.fm/shows 🤝 Be a Guest: https://www.podhub.club/beaguest 📩 Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ 🤝 Join Our LinkedIn Community Connect with a global community focused on mental health, wellness, and personal growth. Join meaningful conversations, discover insights from experts, and grow alongside like-minded individuals. 👉 Join the LinkedIn Community: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14498362/ 📌 Disclaimer - This episode is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media remains the property of their respective owners and is used under fair use for informational purposes. By listening, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.#podmatch #healthymindbyavik #podhub.club #intrinsicworth #selfworth #traumahealing #nervoussystem #selfcompassion #innerchildhealing #peoplepleasing #burnoutrecovery #healingjourney #mindfulnesspractice #emotionalresilience #selfacceptance #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #divinedecode