Listen "Everybody loves dysfunction: Dysfunctional Families – Part 2"
Episode Synopsis
I would love to hear from you. Send us a textThe wounds we carry from childhood don't just disappear when we grow up—they actively shape how we connect with others and ourselves. This revealing exploration dives into the ten key factors of family dynamics and how their absence creates specific patterns in our adult relationships.Ever wonder why you keep encountering the same relationship problems with different people? The answer likely lies in your earliest experiences of connection. As I explain, "If we don't take inventory of ourselves, we're just going to keep making the same mistakes." Whether you struggle with directly stating your needs, fear abandonment, or find yourself repeating your parents' conflict styles, these patterns can be traced back to what you learned—or didn't learn—in your family of origin.I break down how each missing element creates specific adult challenges: poor communication leads to expecting mind-reading in relationships, lack of belonging creates persistent feelings of being an outsider, missing affection shapes your comfort with physical touch, and absent boundaries make it nearly impossible to say "no" without guilt. Perhaps most profound is how lack of acceptance plants the seeds of shame that affect everything from career choices to romantic partnerships.The good news? Awareness is the first step toward change. By recognizing these patterns and understanding their origins, you can begin the important work of unlearning unhelpful behaviors and developing healthier alternatives. This isn't about blaming your family, but taking responsibility for your own healing journey. What childhood pattern are you ready to break?
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