Trauma Bonds: Essential Steps To Break Free from A Narcissistic Partner | A Millennial Mind
Trauma bonding might not be what you thought it was...
In this eye-opening episode of 'A Millennial Mind', I sit down with Frankie, a registered psychotherapist and trauma specialist, to delve deep into the complex world of trauma and healing. We discuss how various attachment styles impact our relationships, why we might be drawn to toxic partners, and the importance of a secure environment for true recovery.
Frankie shares her unique approach, combining neuroscience with body-based therapies such as EMDR, CBT, and somatic healing. We also explore the concepts of trauma bonds, the impact of generational trauma, and practical steps for breaking unhealthy patterns. This episode is a must-watch for anyone looking to understand and heal from their traumatic experiences.
What we'll cover:
00:00 Understanding Toxic Relationships and Attachment Styles
00:52 Introduction to Trauma and Healing
01:08 Meet Frankie: The Trauma Specialist
03:46 Exploring Childhood Trauma and Rewiring the Brain
08:19 Generational Trauma and Its Impact
15:54 Defining Trauma Bonds and Attachment Styles
21:35 Navigating Toxic Relationships and Seeking Help
40:32 Understanding Trauma Bonds
41:41 Recognising Unhealthy Relationships
42:39 The Role of the Amygdala and Gut Health
45:05 Steps to Break Trauma Bonds
45:30 Therapy and Building Secure Relationships
52:14 Addressing Anger and the Shadow Self
01:00:47 Healing and Self-Love
01:06:13 Final Thoughts on Trauma and Healing
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Toxic In-Laws: Save Your Marriage Before It's Too Late! | AMM Minutes
77% of marriages END because of In-Laws... Will yours be next?
This week on Millennial Mind, I chat with therapist Harriet Shearsmith about toxic parenting, recognising if you experienced childhood trauma and how to break the cycle and become the parent you WANT to be, not what you HAD.
This week's AMM Minutes highlight, Harriet and I discuss the complexities of in-law relationships. We explore how family dynamics can cause tension, the impact of childhood experiences, and the importance of maintaining authenticity and boundaries.
Harriet shares valuable insights on recognising toxic versus healthy family environments and emphasises the role of emotional maturity in resolving conflicts. Catch the full episode for a deeper dive into these essential relationship dynamics.
A breakdown of what we cover:
00:00 Introduction: The In-Law Relationship Dilemma
00:13 The Impact of In-Laws on Relationships
00:30 Navigating Family Dynamics and Childhood Trauma
02:14 Changing the Narrative with In-Laws
02:49 Family Enmeshment and Boundaries
09:11 Authenticity and Expectations in In-Law Relationships
12:09 Identifying Toxic vs. Healthy Family Dynamics
13:27 Conclusion: Handling Conflicts and Emotional Maturity
Have you ever experienced a relationship breakdown due to toxic or bad relationships with your parents-in-law?
Watch the full episode with Harriet here: https://youtu.be/wRBxZS-M0p4
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End Generational Trauma: Heal Your Inner Child From Toxic Parenting | A Millennial Mind
"You aren't just an 'old soul', you had a toxic parent"
Have you ever thought to yourself, 'This is just the way I am'? That could be a result of childhood trauma. In this revealing episode of 'A Millennial Mind,' I sit down with Harriet Shearsmith, an award-winning content creator and parenting advocate, to discuss the often hidden conversations surrounding family toxicity and breaking generational cycles.
Harriet shares her insights on addressing difficult family dynamics, establishing healthy boundaries, and improving relationships with in-laws. We delve into the realities of family dysfunction, the impacts of parentification, and provide practical advice on overcoming guilt and obligation in familial relationships.
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In this episode, we will cover:
00:00 Introduction: The Unspoken Conversation
00:14 The Impact of In-Laws on Relationships
00:33 Personal Growth Through Family Dynamics
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01:47 Introducing Today's Guest: Harriet Shearsmith
02:20 Breaking Generational Cycles
04:10 Understanding Cycle Breaking
04:44 Common Patterns in Family Dynamics
05:56 The Role of Early Childhood in Shaping Behaviour
06:35 Navigating Family Dysfunction
13:27 The Challenge of Confronting Parents
23:31 The Concept of Parentification
35:21 Estrangement and Reconciliation
38:01 Avoiding Confrontation: The Pain of Acceptance
38:58 Healing from Family Estrangement
40:31 The Power of Community Healing
41:19 Practical Tools for Emotional Release
43:41 Navigating In-Law Relationships
52:46 Setting Boundaries with In-Laws
55:57 Understanding Toxic vs. Healthy Family Dynamics
57:57 Choosing Between Partner and Parents
01:01:21 The Importance of Boundaries and Cycle Breaking
01:08:07 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Tell your boss how you REALLY feel with these easy steps! | AMM Minutes
In this small section of this week's bigger episode of 'A Millennial Mind,' I sit down with the insightful Heather Elkington to explore why people, especially Gen Z, frequently change jobs due to career growth and feeling undervalued.
Heather shares compelling statistics from LinkedIn and discusses the inherent need for people-pleasing and its impact on professional life. We delve into the challenges of difficult conversations, the importance of being transparent about our needs, and how to identify and prioritise tasks that truly energise us.
Watch the full episode here! 💖 https://youtu.be/jDmZmTIWkto
00:00 Understanding People Pleasing and Job Hopping
01:13 The Evolutionary Roots of People Pleasing
01:50 The Modern Dilemma of Saying Yes
03:26 The Cost of Avoiding Difficult Conversations
04:50 Evaluating Your Commitments
06:45 Defining and Leveraging Your Strengths
08:20 The Importance of Preparation and Caring
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Tell your boss how you REALLY feel with these easy steps! | AMM Minutes
In this small section of this week's bigger episode of 'A Millennial Mind,' I sit down with the insightful Heather Elkington to explore why people, especially Gen Z, frequently change jobs due to career growth and feeling undervalued.
Heather shares compelling statistics from LinkedIn and discusses the inherent need for people-pleasing and its impact on professional life. We delve into the challenges of difficult conversations, the importance of being transparent about our needs, and how to identify and prioritise tasks that truly energise us.
Watch the full episode here! 💖 https://youtu.be/jDmZmTIWkto
00:00 Understanding People Pleasing and Job Hopping
01:13 The Evolutionary Roots of People Pleasing
01:50 The Modern Dilemma of Saying Yes
03:26 The Cost of Avoiding Difficult Conversations
04:50 Evaluating Your Commitments
06:45 Defining and Leveraging Your Strengths
08:20 The Importance of Preparation and Caring
🔔 Subscribe for more discussions on mental health, personal growth, and healing! / @shivanipaupodcast
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