What if our most challenging family relationships were actually designed to help us grow spiritually? In this week’s episode, Gareth and Kim unpack the complexities and experiences that come with being part of a family and discuss how they contribute to our personal and spiritual journeys. From navigating expectations and traditions to creating new, non-biol ... Show More
Apr 2024
childhood emotional neglect part 4: workaholic, perfection-obsessed, and special-care parents
<p>Part four of our series unfolds the complex narratives of three more distinct parenting styles that, beneath their unique challenges, share a common thread of emotional neglect. Together, we’ll navigate the realms of “the Workaholic Parent”, “the Perfection-Obsessed Parent”, a ... Show More
1h 20m
Apr 2024
childhood emotional neglect part 5: sociopathic, childlike, and well-meaning-but-neglected-themselves parents
<p>While this is far from the final episode of our mega-series exploring the impacts of Childhood Emotional Neglect (CEN), this does mark the final episode exploring the various dysfunctional parenting styles that can contribute to its development. Join me for part five, whe ... Show More
1h 48m
Apr 2023
AWAKENING: Taking back your power by setting boundaries with family
Have you been unconsciously giving your power away to family? Do you find yourself saying yes when you want to say no, hiding who you really are in front of family, forcing yourself to interact with relatives, or even feeling responsible for a family member who should be taking c ... Show More
46m 10s
Mar 2024
childhood emotional neglect part 2: narcissistic, authoritarian, and permissive parenting
<p>This marks the second installment of our multi-episode discussion on of the impact of Childhood Emotional Neglect (CEN), where we delve into the elusive and powerful impact of what <strong><em>didn’t </em></strong>happen in childhood. Often overshadowed by more visible and ove ... Show More
1h 41m
Aug 2023
419: Intergenerational Problems And Childhood Impacts In Adulthood
Much of how we show up in relationships is formed during our childhood. Understanding how our parents did, or did not, show us love can help us relate better as adults, be better partners and be better parents as well. Listen to today's show for actionable tips and insights to un ... Show More
40m 13s