34 min
Breaking Cycles with Your Child with Sabrina Over It And On With It
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- Self-Improvement
In this episode, Christine Hassler speaks with Sabrina, a single mom struggling to break the cycle of emotional unavailability that has plagued her family for generations. They discuss the importance of self-awareness, healing past wounds, and creating a safe and supportive environment for Sabrina's son.
Consider/Ask Yourself:
Did you have a parent that was unavailable, and does feeling disconnected or dismissed trigger you? Are you a parent struggling with your child's independence and need for space? Do you know that healing starts within, but you’re unsure how to begin? Guest Insights:
Sabrina's Background: Sabrina is a single mom whose parents were emotionally unavailable. She recognizes that her father's drinking and her mother's choice of a similarly unavailable partner impacted her. Current Struggle: Sabrina wants to break this cycle with her 12-year-old son, who is becoming more distant as he grows older. Coaching Challenges: Sabrina's tendency to over-coach and talk too much is pushing her son away. Her unresolved anger towards men and trust issues further complicate her relationship with her son. Aha Moments:
Mirror Effect: Children reflect their parents' unresolved issues. Sabrina's son is mirroring her feelings of being dismissed and not prioritized. Generational Patterns: Breaking the cycle starts with addressing her inner child wounds and not projecting unmet needs onto her son. Letting Go: Sabrina needs to let her son navigate his relationship with his father on his own terms and provide unconditional support without overstepping. How to Get Over It:
Self-Compassion: Acknowledge and be proud of the effort and awareness in tackling tough parental questions. Inner Child Work: Engage in healing work to address unresolved anger and grief towards men and her childhood experiences. Space and Support: Allow her son to explore his relationship with his father while being a supportive presence, not an overprotective one. Professional Help: Consider working with a coach or therapist to navigate the challenges of parenting a tween and personal healing.
Social Media and Resources:
Follow Christine on Instagram @ChristineHassler Instagram Tweet your insights to Christine @ChristineHassler on Twitter Join us next week for another insightful episode where we help you get over it and on with the life you love.
In this episode, Christine Hassler speaks with Sabrina, a single mom struggling to break the cycle of emotional unavailability that has plagued her family for generations. They discuss the importance of self-awareness, healing past wounds, and creating a safe and supportive environment for Sabrina's son.
Consider/Ask Yourself:
Did you have a parent that was unavailable, and does feeling disconnected or dismissed trigger you? Are you a parent struggling with your child's independence and need for space? Do you know that healing starts within, but you’re unsure how to begin? Guest Insights:
Sabrina's Background: Sabrina is a single mom whose parents were emotionally unavailable. She recognizes that her father's drinking and her mother's choice of a similarly unavailable partner impacted her. Current Struggle: Sabrina wants to break this cycle with her 12-year-old son, who is becoming more distant as he grows older. Coaching Challenges: Sabrina's tendency to over-coach and talk too much is pushing her son away. Her unresolved anger towards men and trust issues further complicate her relationship with her son. Aha Moments:
Mirror Effect: Children reflect their parents' unresolved issues. Sabrina's son is mirroring her feelings of being dismissed and not prioritized. Generational Patterns: Breaking the cycle starts with addressing her inner child wounds and not projecting unmet needs onto her son. Letting Go: Sabrina needs to let her son navigate his relationship with his father on his own terms and provide unconditional support without overstepping. How to Get Over It:
Self-Compassion: Acknowledge and be proud of the effort and awareness in tackling tough parental questions. Inner Child Work: Engage in healing work to address unresolved anger and grief towards men and her childhood experiences. Space and Support: Allow her son to explore his relationship with his father while being a supportive presence, not an overprotective one. Professional Help: Consider working with a coach or therapist to navigate the challenges of parenting a tween and personal healing.
Social Media and Resources:
Follow Christine on Instagram @ChristineHassler Instagram Tweet your insights to Christine @ChristineHassler on Twitter Join us next week for another insightful episode where we help you get over it and on with the life you love.
34 min