Randy L Boyd
Randy L Boyd
Parenting Through Your Own Unhealed Wounds
Parenting Through Your Own Unhealed Wounds
Parenting Through Your Own Unhealed Wounds
Monday 2nd February 2026
Explore how unhealed wounds impact parenting and learn strategies for healing and growth with Randy and Cathy Boyd.
28 minutes
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About this podcast
Author:
Randy L Boyd
Overview:
Categories:
Healing Relationships
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Religion & Spirituality
Recovery from Trauma
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Unresolved childhood wounds can influence parenting styles.
- Self-reflection helps identify triggers and improve reactions.
- Intentional parenting shifts focus from survival to connection.
- Modelling healing creates emotional safety for children.
- Breaking generational cycles requires conscious effort.
"Unresolved wounds don't disappear when we become parents; they often show up louder."
What drives someone to parent through their own unhealed wounds? In this heartfelt episode of "Healing Courageously," hosts Randy and Cathy Boyd tackle the delicate subject of parenting while carrying unresolved emotional baggage. They explore how childhood traumas and survival strategies can unconsciously shape the way parents interact with their children. With a blend of personal anecdotes and professional insights, the Boyds discuss common patterns like emotional overreaction and people-pleasing parenting.
They stress that these reactions aren't failures but signs of past wounds asking for attention. Randy and Cathy share practical advice on shifting from survival mode to intentional parenting. They highlight the importance of self-reflection, self-compassion, and seeking support. By modelling healing and emotional safety, parents can create a nurturing environment for their children, breaking the cycle of generational trauma.
The episode emphasises that healing isn't about becoming perfect; it's about being present and creating a safe space for children to grow. This episode is a compassionate call to action for parents to address their own emotional wounds, not just for their own well-being but for the future of their children. As the Boyds put it, "Your story isn't over; there's hope, healing, and restoration ahead." Are you ready to become the parent you always needed?