Thu Sep 04 2025

Relational Trauma SOS – Season 2, Episode 10 Title: Boundaries: Getting to the Root Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore why it’s essential to understand the root of destructive patterns so we can place boundaries on what truly matters—not just the obvious behaviors. We discuss how missing Truth, Ownership, and Empathy (T-O-E) can allow harmful cycles to repeat, and share real-life scenarios to illustrate how subtle patterns escalate into emotional, relational, and financial harm. TOE – The Root Issues: T – Truth: Protecting ourselves when honesty is absent. O – Ownership: Protecting ourselves when others refuse to take responsibility. E – Empathy: Protecting ourselves from indifference or lack of consideration. Featured Story – Julia (Anonymous): Julia discovered her spouse had been betraying her trust in ways she never imagined. Despite therapy and honest conversations, he denied, minimized, and shifted blame. He gained control over her finances, monitored communi...