Childhood Traumas - Also what we didn't give mattersChildhood Traumas - Also what we didn't give matters
From Darkness to Light
In todays episode I share about the importance of giving in life in relationship to childhood traumas. When connection is broken, it's not only what we didn't receive as children that we're missing, it's also the giving of love, care and support. Thankfu.
49:57•2 Oct 2020
Healing Childhood Wounds: The Power of Giving and Receiving Love
“This corona season I've been fortunate to be able to be for one of my children's grandmother, and she's the only kind of elder generation person close that I have and we have...It's not me doing grandma a favor by taking her to the doctor, it's me doing myself a favor, it's me giving myself.”
Imagine growing up feeling a void, not just from what you didn’t receive but also from what you couldn’t give. In this heartfelt episode of 'From Darkness to Light', Shama Persson dives into the deep-seated impacts of childhood traumas and the transformative power of love. Shama, a mental health and relationship coach, opens up about how broken connections in childhood leave us yearning not only for love but also for the chance to express it.
She explains how projecting these unfulfilled needs onto other maternal or paternal figures can help mend those gaps. Shama’s raw and honest reflections bring to light the importance of giving in relationships. It’s not just about what we receive; it’s about what we share. She shares touching anecdotes about her own journey, including how giving love to her children’s grandmother helped her heal and grow.
Her insights on family constellations, finding one’s truth, and moving beyond childhood traumas are both enlightening and uplifting. This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for anyone grappling with past hurts. Shama’s emphasis on cultivating joy and beauty in life, despite the shadows of the past, resonates deeply. Her personal stories and practical advice make this episode not just informative but genuinely inspiring.
Whether you’re looking to heal from your own childhood wounds or support someone who is, Shama’s message of giving and receiving love offers a hopeful path forward.
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