Healing is Feeling; Learning feeling and needs vocabulary
Healing is Feeling; Learning feeling and needs vocabulary

ACA Tuesday Zoombox

Bridget shares her journey of healing from a dysfunctional upbringing by building a vocabulary for feelings and needs, emphasising self-compassion and understanding.

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16:46•2 Jan 2025

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ACA Tuesday Zoombox

Stories of recovery from the effects of growing up in an alcoholic or otherwise dysfunctional home. Recorded at the online ACA Tuesday Zoombox meeting and based on the ACA Tuesday Toolbox meeting in Brooklyn, NY. Adult Children of Alcoholics & Dysfunctional Families (ACA) is a Twelve Step, Twelve Tradition program of people who meet to share our experience of growing up in an environment where abuse, neglect, and trauma infected us. This affects us today and influences how we deal with all aspects of our lives. We'd love to hear from you - write to us at tuesdayzoombox@gmail.com

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Healing Through Feeling: Bridget's Journey to Emotional Recovery

Episode Overview

Building a vocabulary for feelings and needs is essential for emotional recovery.
Self-compassion and understanding are crucial when dealing with uncomfortable emotions.
Becoming your own loving parent helps in overcoming the effects of a dysfunctional upbringing.
Practicing boundary statements can aid in managing fight or flight responses.
Nonviolent communication enhances self-confidence and reduces frustration.

“May I give myself permission to safely feel all my feelings, even the uncomfortable ones.”

In this episode of ACA Tuesday Zoombox, Bridget shares her heartfelt journey of recovery from growing up in an alcoholic and dysfunctional home. With a focus on healing through feeling, Bridget discusses the importance of building a vocabulary for feelings and needs, a crucial tool for anyone on the path to emotional recovery. She opens up about her struggles and breakthroughs in becoming her own loving parent, a central theme in the Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACA) program.

Bridget's candid reflections on her experiences with Tony A's steps and the Loving Parent Guidebook provide valuable insights into the healing process. She emphasises the significance of self-compassion and understanding, especially when dealing with uncomfortable emotions. Bridget's story is not just about her personal growth but also about the universal struggle many face in overcoming the effects of a troubled upbringing.

Her message is clear: by acknowledging and embracing our feelings, we can begin to heal and find peace within ourselves. If you're looking for inspiration and practical advice on emotional recovery, this episode is a must-listen.

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