If you’re trying to heal from your own childhood while still doing your best to show up as a parent, this episode is for you.

On today’s episode, Steph & Craig are joined by Ashley Ayala, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who specializes in family dynamics, intergenerational trauma, and parenting support.

Ashley offers valuable insights into how emotional abuse can manifest within the parenting dynamic and the potential consequences it holds for your children's overall well-being. She delves into the subtle ways emotional abuse can appear, often going unnoticed, and discusses its profound impact on children's mental and emotional health.

Tune in for an enlightening conversation that sheds light on the importance of recognizing and addressing emotional abuse in family relationships. Learn practical strategies for fostering healthier family dynamics, breaking the cycle of intergenerational trauma, and supporting your children's well-being.

This episode is a must-listen for parents and anyone interested in understanding the complexities of family relationships and emotional health.

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We’re just sharing our journey with you. We’re not licensed therapists, and this podcast is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional. Cool? Good deal. We’ll see you soon.

In this episode:

00:00 Understanding and Empathizing with Children's Emotions

03:24 The Overlooked Issue of Emotional Abuse in Parenting

12:36 Manifestations and Consequences of Emotional Abuse

14:27 Promoting Emotional Intelligence in Parenting

30:09 The Impact of Childhood Trauma

31:07 Attachment Styles and Relationships

32:02 Yearning for What Could Have Been

32:59 The Myth of Secure Attachment

34:20 Resilience and Healing from Childhood

36:36 Uncovering Unhealed Wounds

37:32 Shifting Perspectives and Self-Awareness

38:30 Healing and Personal Growth

40:45 Unconscious Patterns and Reactions

51:50 The Link Between Trauma and Brain Development

55:06 Rewiring the Brain and Creating New Pathways

57:30 Bringing Awareness to Unconscious Processes

58:52 Creating a Safe and Attuned Environment in Parenting

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Ashley on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/the_modern_parent/

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