Welcome to Becoming Untriggered, the podcast for people who want to be better parents and partners.
Your hosts, Andrew Lynn and Lavinia Brown bring over 16 yea...
How to Make Your Kids Feel Safe in an Unsafe World
In this episode, we explore how to make your kids feel safe in an increasingly unsafe world. From natural disasters to unsettling news cycles and social media overload, modern parenting comes with unprecedented challenges. They discuss how these external factors impact children’s emotional well-being and why creating a secure home environment is more crucial than ever.
You’ll learn practical strategies for balancing honesty and protection when talking to your kids about difficult topics. We not only share our perspectives on managing fear, regulating emotions, and fostering resilience in children, but also address the importance of parental self-regulation, showing how your sense of safety directly influences your child’s emotional stability.
Tune in to discover actionable advice for building a safe haven at home, where your children feel seen, heard, and protected. Whether you're navigating global crises or everyday stressors, this episode will equip you with tools to help your family thrive in an unpredictable world.
– Resources:
Lavinia’s Making Peace with Your Past signature holistic healing programme: https://www.laviniabrown.com/making-peace-with-your-past
Andrew’s 1-1 RESET Coaching Programme: https://www.andrewlynn.net/coaching
Book a Deep Dive Relationship Recovery Session: https://calendly.com/d/ck3y-gzt-kbc/3hr-deep-dive-relationship-recovery-session
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📱 Connect with Lavinia:
https://www.laviniabrown.com
https://www.instagram.com/the.innerchild.healing.expert
https://www.facebook.com/the.innerchild.healing.expert
https://www.youtube.com/@the.innerchild.healing.expert
📱 Connect with Andrew:
https://www.andrewlynn.net/
https://www.instagram.com/life_coach_for_dads
https://www.tiktok.com/@modern_day_healer
https://www.youtube.com/@traumainformed
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Why Addiction Stems from Childhood Pain (And How to Heal)
In this episode, we dive into the complex and often misunderstood world of addiction, exploring how it functions as a coping mechanism for unprocessed pain and trauma. From socially acceptable habits like workaholism and exercise to substance dependencies, we examine the many faces of addiction and how they impact both personal lives and relationships. Together, we unpack what it means to recognize and address these unconscious behaviors and ask: How can we replace coping mechanisms with authentic healing?
Our conversation touches on the emotional weight of shame, the unhealed wounds from childhood, and the societal norms that reinforce addictive patterns. We explore the role of self-compassion, inner parenting, and emotional awareness in breaking the cycle of addiction. Whether you’re navigating addiction yourself, supporting a loved one, or seeking to understand how unconscious behaviors influence your life, you’ll learn how to identify your own triggers and take the first steps toward building conscious, healthier habits.
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Resources mentioned:
Lavinia’s Making Peace with Your Past signature holistic healing programme: https://www.laviniabrown.com/making-peace-with-your-past
Andrew’s 1-1 RESET Coaching Programme: https://www.andrewlynn.net/coaching
Book a Deep Dive Relationship Recovery Session: https://calendly.com/d/ck3y-gzt-kbc/3hr-deep-dive-relationship-recovery-session
–📱 Connect with Lavinia:
https://www.laviniabrown.com
https://www.instagram.com/the.innerchild.healing.expert
https://www.facebook.com/the.innerchild.healing.expert
https://www.youtube.com/@the.innerchild.healing.expert
📱 Connect with Andrew:
https://www.andrewlynn.net/
https://www.instagram.com/life_coach_for_dads
https://www.tiktok.com/@modern_day_healer
https://www.youtube.com/@traumainformed
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Do You Need Estrangement to Break Generational Traumas?
In this episode, we dive deep into the often misunderstood topic of estrangement and ask the question: Do you need it to break generational traumas? We unpack what it means to create space in family dynamics—whether it’s reducing contact or going completely no-contact—and explore how this process can be a powerful tool for healing. Together, we tackle the generational trauma and societal norms that shape family relationships and keep many stuck in unhealthy cycles, offering actionable steps to create healthier connections.
Our conversation examines the emotional weight of guilt and obligation, the courage required to set boundaries, and the importance of living as your adult self rather than being controlled by an inner child. With personal stories and relatable analogies, we show how estrangement, when approached consciously, can foster personal transformation and healthier family dynamics.
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Resources mentioned:
Lavinia’s Making Peace with Your Past signature holistic healing programme: https://www.laviniabrown.com/making-peace-with-your-past
Andrew’s 1-1 RESET Coaching Programme: https://www.andrewlynn.net/coaching
Book a Deep Dive Relationship Recovery Session: https://calendly.com/d/ck3y-gzt-kbc/3hr-deep-dive-relationship-recovery-session
–📱 Connect with Lavinia:
https://www.laviniabrown.com
https://www.instagram.com/the.innerchild.healing.expert
https://www.facebook.com/the.innerchild.healing.expert
https://www.youtube.com/@the.innerchild.healing.expert
📱 Connect with Andrew:
https://www.andrewlynn.net/
https://www.instagram.com/life_coach_for_dads
https://www.tiktok.com/@modern_day_healer
https://www.youtube.com/@traumainformed
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How to Talk to Your Teens About Drugs, Alcohol, and S8x
Parenting tweens and teens is no easy feat, especially when navigating their rites of passage. Navigating teenage rites of passage can bring up questions like: How do I prepare my child to handle peer pressure around alcohol, drugs, or sex? How can I teach values without sounding authoritarian? In this episode, we address these and more by sharing personal stories, practical strategies, and actionable tips. We reflect on the importance of clearing our own emotional baggage to show up as the best version of ourselves for our kids, and discuss how to differentiate between helpful guidance and unintentional control.
As a parent, you will leave with tools to foster open communication and guide their teens toward a responsible and empowered adulthood. Whether you're dealing with the challenges of social media influences, the allure of risky behavior, or the need to address modern issues like vaping and early relationships, this episode is a must-listen for parents. It’s packed with relatable insights and empowering advice to help you parent with intention, compassion, and confidence.
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Resources mentioned:
Lavinia’s Making Peace with Your Past signature holistic healing programme: https://www.laviniabrown.com/making-peace-with-your-past
Andrew’s 1-1 RESET Coaching Programme: https://www.andrewlynn.net/coaching
Book a Deep Dive Relationship Recovery Session: https://calendly.com/d/ck3y-gzt-kbc/3hr-deep-dive-relationship-recovery-session
–📱 Connect with Lavinia:
https://www.laviniabrown.com
https://www.instagram.com/the.innerchild.healing.expert
https://www.facebook.com/the.innerchild.healing.expert
https://www.youtube.com/@the.innerchild.healing.expert
📱 Connect with Andrew:
https://www.andrewlynn.net/
https://www.instagram.com/life_coach_for_dads
https://www.tiktok.com/@modern_day_healer
https://www.youtube.com/@traumainformed
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The Path to Becoming Untriggered with Melissa & Bryant
In this episode of Becoming Untriggered, we sit down with Melissa and Bryant, a couple navigating the intricate challenges of parenting, partnerships, and personal growth. They share their transformative journey of uncovering and overcoming individual and shared triggers that have shaped their family dynamic. Through honest reflection, they explore how childhood experiences, trauma bonds, and ingrained patterns influenced their roles as parents and partners. Their vulnerability provides a relatable and inspiring look at the ongoing process of healing and self-awareness.
We also discuss the tools and strategies we helped them use to foster growth and understanding, from inner child work and inter-parenting to redefining relationship roles. While grappling with the chaos of raising kids and recalibrating expectations in marriage, their journey offers valuable insights for anyone striving to become their best self. Tune in for practical advice, profound reflections, and a testament to the power of perseverance and love in navigating life’s challenges.
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Resources mentioned:
Lavinia’s Making Peace with Your Past signature holistic healing programme: https://www.laviniabrown.com/making-peace-with-your-past
Andrew’s 1-1 RESET Coaching Programme: https://www.andrewlynn.net/coaching
Book a Deep Dive Relationship Recovery Session: https://calendly.com/d/ck3y-gzt-kbc/3hr-deep-dive-relationship-recovery-session
–📱 Connect with Lavinia:
https://www.laviniabrown.com
https://www.instagram.com/the.innerchild.healing.expert
https://www.facebook.com/the.innerchild.healing.expert
https://www.youtube.com/@the.innerchild.healing.expert
📱 Connect with Andrew:
https://www.andrewlynn.net/
https://www.instagram.com/life_coach_for_dads
https://www.tiktok.com/@modern_day_healer
https://www.youtube.com/@traumainformed
Welcome to Becoming Untriggered, the podcast for people who want to be better parents and partners.
Your hosts, Andrew Lynn and Lavinia Brown bring over 16 years of their own relationship experience and decades of working with both mothers and fathers. Together, they reveal how unconscious childhood trauma can manifest in adulthood, especially when life gets serious and committed relationships and children come on the scene.
Join us fortnightly for practical tools, actionable advice, and conversations that empower you to show up as the conscious parent and connected partner you want to be.