The Shocking Science of CBT Explained by a Leading Psychologist (Your Old Self vs Your New Self)

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Let's Explore: The Shocking Science of CBT Explained by a Leading Psychologist (Your Old Self vs Your New Self)

Every year, we’re told to leave the “old you” behind and become a brand-new version overnight.
But real psychological change doesn’t work like that — and forcing it can actually keep you stuck.

In this Weekly Mindset Boost, Clinical Psychologist Janie Loubser breaks down the real psychology behind personal transformation — without shame, pressure, or spiritual bypassing. Old Self vs New Self

Explained by a Leading Psychologist : This isn’t about rejecting your old self.
It’s about understanding why your old patterns existed, and how a new, more authentic version of you naturally emerges over time.

🧠 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The Shocking Science of CBT

• Why the “New Year, New You” mindset often backfires
• How psychology explains the shift from old self → new self
• Why your old patterns were once protective — not broken
• How real, lasting change happens gradually (and safely)

🔍 The Psychology Behind Old Self vs New Self

Janie explores three powerful psychological frameworks that explain transformation clearly and compassionately and highlights 3 Reasons Your Self Development Efforts Aren't Working :

Object Relations Theory (Winnicott & Fairbairn)
Old Self = the protective false self
New Self = the spontaneous, authentic true self

Carl Jung’s Depth Psychology
Old Self = the persona you’ve outgrown
New Self = the deeper, integrated Self emerging

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Old Self = outdated core beliefs and safety behaviours
New Self = updated beliefs that change how you think, feel, and act

Different language — same truth:
👉 Your old self was protecting you.
👉 Your new self emerges through awareness, not force.

🌱 Reflection (Pause With This)

Where are you right now?
• Catching glimpses of a new, more grounded version of yourself?
• Feeling held back by an old pattern that no longer fits?
• Or in the uncomfortable middle — no longer who you were, not yet who you’re becoming?

Wherever you are, it’s valid.

🎧 Weekly Mindset Boost

I’m Janie Loubser, Clinical Psychologist and founder of MORE Mental Health.
Every week, I share practical, psychology-based tools to help you:
• Calm your nervous system
• Understand your patterns
• Create real, sustainable inner change

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💬 Join the Conversation

Which version of you feels most present right now — the old, the new, or the in-between?

Share in the comments. You’re not alone in this transition.

⏱ Chapters

00:00 – Why “Old Self vs New Self” is everywhere right now
00:45 – Why this reflection makes sense at year-end
01:45 – Object Relations: False Self vs True Self
03:40 – Jung’s Persona vs the Self
05:40 – CBT: Old beliefs vs new beliefs
08:00 – Reflecting on where you are right now
10:20 – Honouring the in-between space
11:45 – What’s coming next in this series

1. 🌟 Are you ready to shed your old self and embrace the new you?
In this week's Mindset Boost, we dive deep into the transformation from your false self to your true self. It’s all about recognizing those outdated beliefs that no longer serve you!

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2. 🔄 Feeling stuck between who you were and who you want to become?

Join us as we explore the psychology behind self-transformation! 🧠 Understanding old beliefs can empower you to break free and step into your authentic self.

💬 What’s one belief you’re ready to let go of? 💬 What’s one new belief you’re ready to adopt? Let’s share our journeys! Share below!

3. 🧐 Ever wonder why you feel like you’re wearing a mask?
This week, we unpack the concept of the persona vs. the true self. 🌈 It’s time to embrace your authentic identity and let go of the outdated roles that no longer fit!

💖 What does your true self look like? Let’s discuss!

4. 🤔 Are you catching glimpses of a new version of yourself?
In our latest episode, we discuss how to recognize and embrace change, even in the messy middle of transformation. 🌱
✨ What’s one change you’re currently navigating? Comment below!

5. 💡 Did you know that your old beliefs could be holding you back?
Tune in to learn how cognitive behavioral therapy can help you break free from limiting patterns and step into who you're meant to be! 🚀