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Mar 2025
18m 59s

Mommy Issues and How They Play Out in Re...

The Angry Therapist
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Today, John dives into the complexities of parental influence on adult relationships, particularly focusing on 'mommy issues' in men. He reflects on his own experiences with his parents, discussing how the emotional dynamics with his mother and father shaped his understanding of love, connection, attachment, and more.  Order John's new book, Break Up. On Pu ... Show More
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