Adult Child of Dysfunction

In this episode, we dive into the unique challenges that adult children of dysfunctional families face when it comes to cultivating an attitude of gratitude. Growing up in environments that were chaotic or emotionally neglectful often shapes how we view the world, leaving us with a focus on survival rather than appreciation. We explore the five main reasons why gratitude can feel especially diffic...

In this episode, Tammy Vincent welcomes holistic health expert Diane Langlois, a Certified Holistic Health Strategist, Bio-frequency Practitioner, Wellness Educator, and Herbalist. Diane shares her powerful journey of overcoming stage 4 Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma through natural and holistic methods. Facing a grim prognosis with five children under ten, Diane refused to accept defeat. She explored die...

In this episode, we dive into one of the biggest struggles for adult children from dysfunctional families: setting and sticking to healthy boundaries. If you’ve ever found it challenging to maintain boundaries, you’re not alone. We explore five main reasons behind this difficulty, starting with the fear of rejection or abandonment. Often, those raised in dysfunctional environments feel they must p...

In this episode, we sit down with Stacy Blemaster, a licensed professional counselor, who shares her deeply personal story of mental health struggles and recovery. Stacy opens up about her crash into depression during her first year at Brown University, where she was eventually diagnosed with As-if Personality Disorder—a condition in which one lives a life of pretense, without a feeling of true au...

In this powerful episode, we dive into the incredible story of Antoinette McInnes , a survivor of cancer and a highly functional BPD (Borderline Personality Disorder), who shares her transformative journey of healing mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. After being diagnosed with cancer in 2017, Antoinette began the tough process of facing her deep-seated trauma and toxic coping mechanisms that...

In this episode Tammy welcomes Mark Entrekin, a leader with an impressive array of degrees, certifications, and a decade-long Toastmasters journey. Mark, fondly known by Tammy as the "king of acronyms," brings a wealth of experience from coaching top business leaders on Agile, Scrum, and high ROI productivity to guiding couples through difficult transitions like divorce. His company, Reality Focus...

In this episode, Tammy Vincent interviews Jodi Geline, a specialist in healing the emotional roots of chronic physical symptoms. Jodi shares her personal journey of struggling with health issues that no doctor could resolve, including extreme bloating that made her look nine months pregnant. Through discovering and developing her own healing methodology, Jodi transformed her health, achieving a fl...

In this deeply impactful conversation, hosts Tammy Vincent and Jessica Kazaniwskyj explore the realities of growing up with a narcissistic, bipolar parent. Tammy opens up about her own childhood experience, sharing how her mother’s mental health challenges and refusal to seek treatment led to an abusive environment filled with emotional turmoil. From being locked in closets to dealing with a const...

In this episode, Tammy Vincent , trauma-informed coach and advocate for survivors of dysfunctional families, dives deep into the critical reasons why a child—especially before the age of 8—can never be at fault for anything that happens to them. Tammy walks us through the developmental science behind this, highlighting how young children lack the cognitive, emotional, and moral capacity to be resp...

In this episode of Adult Child of Dysfunction , Tammy Vincent dives deep into the process of reclaiming your identity after growing up in a dysfunctional family. Many adult children of dysfunctional families, including those affected by addiction, abuse, or neglect, often lose themselves while trying to survive the chaos. Tammy shares actionable steps on how to rediscover your authentic self, set...

In this powerful episode, we dive deep into the transformative journey of Travis Lee, a dynamic entrepreneur, coach, and author who overcame addiction, mental illness, and physical illness to align with his spiritual purpose. Travis shares his raw and inspiring story of battling severe mental health struggles and using substances as a coping mechanism, all while building multiple businesses to pro...

In this episode, we sit down with Maureen Clancy, a licensed therapist and trauma expert with over 20 years of experience, to explore the powerful intersection between traditional psychotherapy and alternative healing practices. Maureen, creator of the Gate Passages Framework, shares her insights on navigating life transitions and healing from childhood trauma using a unique, holistic approach. We...

In this episode, we dive into how we can help children develop Post-Traumatic Growth (PTG) after facing adversity, rather than becoming overwhelmed by Post-Traumatic Stress . Trauma can deeply impact a child’s development, but with the right tools and environment, it can also become a catalyst for growth. Here are six steps you can take to support a child through this process: Normalize Their Emot...

In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Dr. Diana Kirschner, renowned PBS Love Expert and psychologist, author of The Diamond Self Secret , and star of Amazon Prime’s Love in 90 Days . Dr. Diana has appeared on Oprah , The Today Show , and countless summits and podcasts, helping tens of thousands of women overcome their inner critic, build confidence, and create soulmate love relationships....

In this episode, we dive into the incredible impact gratitude has on the healing process, especially for those overcoming trauma, addiction, or dysfunction. Gratitude is more than just a feel-good practice; it actually rewires your brain, helping you cultivate a positive mindset and resilience. We'll explore how focusing on what you're thankful for can reduce anxiety and depression, increase self-...

In this episode, Tammy Vincent is joined by Gini, a lifelong entrepreneur who started her business journey at just 16 years old. Gini has built and scaled numerous small businesses into multi-million-dollar successes, but her path was shaped by deep personal challenges. Growing up with a mother battling heroin and meth addiction and a stepmother struggling with severe mental illness, Gini’s drive...

In this episode, I dive deep into the roots of perfectionism, especially for adult children of dysfunctional families. I’ll share my own experiences with perfectionism, how it developed as a coping mechanism for the chaos of my childhood, and why so many of us struggle with it. More importantly, we’ll talk about 5 effective ways to overcome perfectionism and begin living a more self-compassionate,...

In this episode, we sit down with Micaela Passeri, a 6-time award-winning Emotional Intelligence Business Strategist, Coach, International Speaker, and Best-Selling Author. With over 20 years of experience building successful businesses, Micaela has mastered the art of blending emotional intelligence with income-generating strategies to help entrepreneurs and business owners thrive both personally...

In this episode, I dive deep into the journey of healing from the mother wound, a topic close to my heart as I share my personal experience of growing up with an alcoholic mother. For most of my life, our mother-daughter relationship was broken, and the emotional scars ran deep. But I realized that to truly thrive, I needed to heal those wounds. I walk you through five essential steps to healing:...

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Misti Blu Day as she opens up about her childhood experiences growing up with an alcoholic father. Misti shares candidly about the emotional and psychological toll that living in such an environment takes on a child, and how those impacts often carry into adulthood. She discusses the challenges of breaking free from generational trauma, the coping mechani...

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the long-term physical effects of chronic stress on adult children of alcoholic families. Growing up in a home marked by unpredictability, chaos, and emotional turmoil often leaves lasting scars, not just emotionally but physically as well. We discuss how this prolonged stress can lead to serious health issues later in life, including cardiovascular proble...

In this transformative episode, we delve deep into the world of energy healing and spiritual growth with the passionate healer and spiritual guide, Shelli Johnson. Her profound journey began with a life-altering spiritual awakening following the passing of her mother, which led her to embrace her true calling: guiding others on their path to healing and enlightenment. Shelli shares her story of le...

In this episode, we dive into the crucial topic of dealing with triggers—a challenge many of us face but often shy away from. Ignoring our triggers may seem like an easy escape, but it never makes them go away. Instead, they linger, ready to disrupt our lives at the most unexpected moments. We’ll explore why it’s essential to cultivate awareness of our triggers and how keeping a trigger journal ca...

In this episode, we explore how to navigate difficult conversations, especially for those dealing with the impact of childhood trauma. We discuss five essential strategies to approach these tough discussions with confidence and sensitivity. You'll learn how to prepare mentally and emotionally, choose the right time and place, and use active listening to break through trauma-reactive and defensive...

In this episode, we welcome Becky Ellis, author of Little Avalanches , who shares her journey of understanding and healing from intergenerational trauma. As the daughter of a World War II combat sergeant, Becky grew up under the silent shadow of her father's war experiences, which profoundly shaped their lives. Rather than distancing herself, Becky chose to offer her father grace, patiently waitin...