✿✿✿summary In this cosy conversation, therapists Zoe Ho and Jane Ngo explore the complexities of parental relationships, especially from BIPOC lived experiences, the emotional impact of childhood experiences, and the journey towards healing and self-acceptance. They discuss the importance of acknowledging feelings towards parents, the influence of cultural expectations, and the significance of reparenting oneself. They emphasize the need for embodiment, self-compassion, understanding, and community support in the healing process, while also addressing the challenges of letting go of blame and embracing personal growth. Special appearance by Ms. Coco, who is pawsome.

✿✿Connect with Zoe:

www.avalotherapy.com

hello@avalotherapy.com

IG: @avalotherapy

✿✿Book a session: https://avalotherapy.janeapp.com/

✿✿Connect with Jane:

IG: @maicounsellor_

✿✿✿keywords parenting, emotional healing, inner child, therapy, relationships, self-love, cultural influences, compassion, blame, personal growth, BIPOC ✿✿✿takeaways ✿Acknowledging feelings towards parents is crucial for healing. ✿Childhood experiences shape adult relationships significantly. ✿Cultural expectations can complicate parental relationships. ✿Healing requires compassion for oneself and one's parents. ✿Reparenting involves nurturing the inner child. ✿Letting go of blame is essential for personal freedom. ✿Community support plays a vital role in healing. ✿Understanding that parents are human and imperfect is important. ✿Grief is a natural response to unmet parental needs. ✿Finding one's own path to healing is a personal journey. titles ✿Navigating Parental Relationships: A Journey to Healing ✿Understanding the Impact of Childhood on Adult Life ✿✿✿Connect with Zoe: Book: www.avalotherapy.janeapp.com/ www.avalotherapy.com IG: @avalotherapy with Jane: IG: @maicounsellor_ Book: www.maicounselling.janeapp.com/ ✿✿✿Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Setting 06:59 The Intergenerational Gap and Changing World 08:55 The Importance of Education and Resources for Parents 15:36 Healing and Reparenting Through Therapy 23:53 Stuck in Blame 25:48 Embracing All Colors of Emotion 27:52 Witnessing and Validating Feelings 29:31 The Power of Emotions 32:12 No Bad Parts 34:46 Creating Space for Healing 36:54 Recognizing Parents' Limitations 39:32 Reframing Perspectives on Parents 41:16 Validation and Perspective 44:02 Navigating Family Dynamics and Personal Growth 44:54 The Impact of Family of Origin on Life Choices 45:36 Outro

We all got... PARENTS!

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