What happens when kids become the parents?In this episode of The Human Blueprint Podcast, Laura Dahl explores parentification—a hidden role reversal that can shape childhood and echo into adulthood. If you grew up feeling responsible for your parent’s emotions, carrying adult responsibilities too soon, or always being the “fixer,” this episode will resonate with you.The definition of parentification and the two main types: instrumental (practical responsibilities) and emotional (caretaking and support).Common signs a child is being parentified.The short- and long-term effects, from anxiety and lost childhood experiences to struggles with boundaries and people-pleasing in adulthood.How these patterns show up in adult relationships, careers, and daily life.Practical steps for breaking the cycle—including awareness, boundary-setting, and reclaiming your needs.Parentification isn’t about blame. It’s about awareness and healing. By naming it, you take the first step toward rewriting your story and reclaiming your right to be cared for.To support your journey, we’ve created a free companion workbook with a self-assessment quiz, reflection prompts, and practical exercises. Download it here:📕 Parentification Workbook (PDF)Parentification can build resilience, but it also leaves lasting emotional weight.Healing involves small daily practices: asking “What do I need today?”, practicing boundaries, and letting go of responsibilities that aren’t yours.You deserve care, rest, and support—just as much as anyone else.What You’ll Learn:Parentification can build resilience, but it also leaves lasting emotional weight.Healing involves small daily practices: asking “What do I need today?”, practicing boundaries, and letting go of responsibilities that aren’t yours.You deserve care, rest, and support—just as much as anyone else.If this episode resonates with you, please share it with a friend, subscribe to the podcast, and leave a review. Your support helps others find The Human Blueprint Podcast and begin their own journey of healing and growth.
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Living on Purpose-Designing A Life Beyond Fear
Episode Theme:In a time when the world feels heavy—politics, health, racism, economic fear—it’s easy to slip intosurvival mode.But what if you could design your life instead of just reacting to it?This episode explores how to shift from fear-based living to value-driven intention.It’s about taking back your power.One small choice at a time.Core Message:Fear is loud, but it’s not always right.It can trick you into shrinking.It can keep you frozen, small, or constantly bracing for the next blow.Intention, on the other hand, is steady.It’s quiet—but deeply powerful.It reconnects you with your why, your worth, and your wants.You don’t need the world to calm down for you to live fully.You need clarity. You need courage. You need intention.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:● How fear subtly shapes your daily decisions● What intentional living really looks like (with examples)● Simple tools to help you design your week instead of defaulting to chaos● A full list of value-based intentions to guide your choices● How to make aligned decisions, even when the world feels uncertainFear-Based vs. Intention-Based Living:Fear-Based Living:● Saying yes when you mean no● Staying in relationships, jobs, or patterns because they feel “safe”● Avoiding discomfort at all costs● Consuming media that feeds anxiety● Choosing security over fulfillmentIntention-Based Living:● Asking yourself, “What matters to me today?”● Choosing peace over urgency● Saying the hard thing because honesty matters● Trying the new thing because growth matters● Protecting your energy because your health mattersHow to Start Living with Intention:● Morning Check-In:Ask: “What do I want to feel today?” or “What do I want to stand for today?”● Pick One Value:Anchor your day to it. If it’s honesty, have that tough conversation. If it’s joy, say yes tosomething fun.● Interrupt the Fear Loop:○ Turn off breaking news notifications○ Unfollow energy-draining accounts○ Limit comparison○ Reclaim your attention span● Bookend Your Day:○ Morning: Choose your intention○ Evening: Reflect on how your actions aligned with it️Menu of Value-Based Intentions to Choose From:Use this list daily, weekly, or whenever you need to reset.🎯 Clarity + Growth● Curiosity● Focus● Progress● Boldness● Learning● Vision● Growth❤️ Connection + Compassion● Kindness● Honesty● Presence● Empathy● Love● Support● Community🧘 Calm + Grounding● Peace● Simplicity● Slowness● Rest● Mindfulness● Ease● Trust💪 Courage + Strength● Bravery● Integrity● Strength● Truth● Conviction● Resilience● Confidence🌟 Purpose + Fulfillment● Joy● Creativity● Freedom● Abundance● Adventure● Contribution● GratitudePro Tip: You don’t need to do more. You need to choose better.Let your intention lead.Reflection Questions:● Where in your life are you reacting instead of choosing?● What’s one decision you’re making out of fear?● What value do you want to lead with this week?● What does intentional living look like for you right now?● What’s one small action that reflects the life you actually want?Calls to Action:● Try This: Choose one intention for the next 7 days. Let it guide your choices. Share it with ususing #TheHumanBlueprintIntentions● Download: Grab our free “Intentional Week Starter” worksheet to make this real in your life● Connect: Share this episode with someone feeling overwhelmed● Support the Show: Leave a 5-star review and tell us how you’re living on purposeResources: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Up_zFh6hP5cDXhurgn02RbMrBwpPogUs?usp=sharing
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Honesty vs. Transparency
You can be honest and still hide. But you can’t be transparent without being seen.In this episode of The Human Blueprint, we dive into the real difference between honesty and transparency—and why most of us are only scratching the surface.We’ll explore:How honesty and transparency show up differently in real lifeWhy we often avoid transparency (hint: fear of judgment, loss of control, vulnerability)What transparency looks like in work, relationships, parenting, and your personal evolutionHow to start being seen without losing your powerThis isn’t about oversharing—it’s about living and leading without the mask.🔗 Get the free workbook to go deeper: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iX_IQ9kG0O0BpB9rjYcNe_Zjv_u8By-S/view?usp=sharingLet’s ask the real questions:Where are you being honest but not transparent?What do you think you’re protecting?And what might happen if you just said the truth out loud?If you loved this episode, share it with someone who’s ready to drop the performance and live unfiltered.
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The Power of Emotional Intelligence
Emotional intelligence (EQ) is the skill that shapes how you handle stress, make decisions, and build relationships. In this episode, we explore what EQ really is, why it often matters more than IQ, and how you can strengthen it to improve your life. You’ll learn the 5 key components of EQ, how to recognize emotional triggers, and practical tips to respond (not react), communicate better, and lead with empathy.🎧 Listen now: The Human Blueprint Podcast📥 Get the free EQ Workbook: Download Here
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The Untamed Power of Gratitude
“The Untamed Power of Gratitude” Workbook🌿 Section 1: Exploring Your Relationship With GratitudeReflection QuestionsWrite honestly. There are no right or wrong answers.When you hear the word “gratitude,” what feelings or thoughts come up?Do you ever feel pressure to be grateful, even when things are hard? When?Who taught you about gratitude—directly or indirectly?How has gratitude shown up during the darkest or most difficult times in your life?“Gratitude is not a bypass. It’s a reclamation.”Prompt:Write about a time when you chose to be grateful in a situation others might have seen only as loss or pain.What did that choice shift in you?What were you grateful for and in spite of?Gratitude doesn’t erase grief—it lives alongside it.Journaling ExerciseWhat is something (or someone) you’ve lost recently or are still grieving?Without dismissing the pain, can you find anything you’re still grateful for within that experience?Who is someone you deeply appreciate, but maybe haven’t told in a while?What would you say to them if you were being completely open and specific?Optional Exercise:Write them a letter (you don’t have to send it… but you can).List ExerciseList 3 things you’re grateful for right now, in this moment.List 3 things you’re grateful for that haven’t happened yet.This blends current joy with future hope.🔥 Section 2: Gratitude as Rebellion🤍 Section 3: Grateful and Grieving🤝 Section 4: Gratitude as Connection🌱 Section 5: What’s Present, What’s PossibleLink to Workbook: https://drive.google.com/file/d/13O6t9feXGQZ7QqROkMOQnJ_7Ng-N7sya/view?usp=drive_link
The Human Blueprint
Discover. Reflect. Transform.
Welcome to The Human Blueprint, a podcast that explores the raw, real, and relatable aspects of life. Through inspiring stories, actionable advice, and thought-provoking discussions, we dive deep into the challenges, triumphs, and transformations that make us human.
What to Expect
Topics That Matter: From personal growth and self-discovery to grief, relationships, confidence, and boundaries, we tackle the topics that shape our lives.
Engaging Stories: Each episode starts with a story or quote to draw you in and set the tone for meaningful exploration.
Practical Tools: Expect hands-on exercises, actionable advice, and guided reflections to help you apply the material to your own life.
A Lighthearted Tone: Serious topics, but with plenty of humor and relatable anecdotes to keep it engaging and real.
More Than a Podcast: Accompanying the podcast is a book and workbook filled with exercises and activities to deepen your journey of self-discovery and growth.
This podcast is for anyone ready to reflect on their life, overcome limiting beliefs, and take action to create a more fulfilling, authentic version of themselves. Whether you’re navigating grief, setting boundaries, or just trying to figure out who you are unencumbered, this is the space for you.
New episodes drop every Friday. Let’s discover, reflect, and transform—together.
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