The You're Not Crazy Podcast

42

Navigating Emotions After Growing Up in a Dysfunctional Family

The You're Not Crazy Podcast

42

Navigating Emotions After Growing Up in a Dysfunctional Family

You're Not Crazy Podcast
Episode #42 - Navigating Emotions After Growing Up in a Dysfunctional Family
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In this week's episode:


Ever been told to "sit with your emotions" but had no idea what that really means? If you grew up in a dysfunctional family, you’re not alone. In this episode, I break down this common advice into three practical steps that you can use, no matter how clueless you feel right now.

Learn how to expand your emotional vocabulary, reconnect with your body’s responses, and process difficult emotions in compassionate ways. It’s never too late to develop emotional intelligence, even if you didn’t get these skills growing up.

I also mention the "Before Boundaries" mini-course, available for $29 at confidentboundaries.com, designed to help you understand what you need to know before setting boundaries with a BPD or NPD parent. Check out the free boundaries workshop and bonus episodes here: https://www.confidentboundaries.com/

This episode is about learning to process childhood emotions in a healthy, mature way.

About the Show

Welcome to You're Not Crazy, the podcast for adult children of parents with borderline and narcissistic personality disorders. I’m Torie Wiksell, therapist, coach, and cycle breaker- here to guide you through the complexities of growing up in a dysfunctional family each week.

If you’re tired of wondering, “Am I the problem?”, or struggling through gaslighting, emotional manipulation, and setting boundaries with toxic parents, you’re in the right place. This show is here to help you heal, break free from codependency, and reclaim your emotional health — whether that means setting boundaries, going no-contact, or finding peace in your relationships.

You’re not crazy and you're not alone. I'm so glad you're here.

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