In this conversation, Jen Peters and Lawrence Joss explore the complexities of trauma, healing, and the importance of inner child work. They discuss how unresolved trauma affects relationships, the significance of reparenting oneself, and the role of forgiveness in the healing process. The conversation emphasizes the power of personal agency in healing and the impact of individual work on family dynamics. Jen shares practical steps for reconnecting with one's inner child and highlights the importance of community support in the healing journey.

Key Takeaways

• Recognizing that others act out of their own unresolved trauma can provide insight into their behavior.
• Healing is a personal journey that does not require closure from others.
• Our partners often reflect our own inner child wounds, which can complicate relationships.
• Understanding our attachment styles can help us navigate relationships more effectively.
• Reparenting involves becoming the nurturing figure we needed in childhood.
• Forgiveness is about recognizing that we did the best we could at the time.
• We have the power to change our lives by addressing our core wounds.
• Community support is essential for healing and personal growth.
• Inner child work can lead to profound changes in family dynamics.
• Healing is an ongoing process that requires patience and self-compassion.

Chapters

00:00 - Understanding Trauma and Healing
05:07 - The Role of Inner Child Work
09:57 - Attachment Styles and Relationships
14:47 - Reparenting and Forgiveness
19:54 - Success Stories in Healing
24:59 - Resources and Community Support

Here's the link to the free e-book PDF entitled "Coming Home":

https://jen-peters.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Coming_Home_-_The_Path_to_Healing_Your_Inner_Child_-_Digital_version-2.pdf

Coming Home shares my personal story, including a 14-year narcissistic/codependent marriage, the breakdown of that relationship, and the profound healing journey that followed.

Beyond my story, Coming Home is a comprehensive guide to trauma healing. It offers step-by-step processes for addressing and healing the 12 primary inner child trauma themes, all using my signature method - the Jen Peters Multidimensional Healing System.

If you wish to connect with Lawrence Joss or any of the PA-A community members who have appeared as guests on the podcast:

Email- familydisappeared@gmail.com

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/lawrencejoss

(All links mentioned in the podcast are available in Linktree)

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This podcast is made possible by the Family Disappeared Team:
Anna Johnson- Editor/Contributor/Activist/Co-host
Glaze Gonzales- Podcast Manager

Connect with Lawrence Joss:
Website: https://parentalalienationanonymous.com/
Email- familydisappeared@gmail.com