Adult Child of Dysfunction

Destinee is a Mental Health Coach and Speaker. Her life journey has been a testament to resilience, rising above a challenging upbringing marked by familial discord, witnessing her fathers' substance abuse issues, and her mothers' battle with cancer. Growing up as a young caregiver while striving for education, she experienced bullying and isolation, facing the depths of depression, anxiety, suici...

Forgiveness, often misconstrued as an act for someone else's benefit, is, at its core, a gift we can choose to give ourselves. It's about shedding the heavy burden of resentment and anger, allowing us to step into a brighter, more liberated future. Many spiritual traditions emphasize forgiveness as a path to inner peace and spiritual growth, but ultimately, it's your decision to make. In this epis...

Kuthumi Channeling with Dr. Tom Negelow Dive deep into the spiritual realms with Dr. Tom Negelow as he conducts a mini Kuthumi Channeling Session. With over three decades of experience, Dr. Tom Negelow isn't just a healer; he's a legacy. Having offered healing sessions across the country, his vast experience brings depth, authenticity, and profound insight to his work. Experience the power of chan...

Dr. Shelley Negelow, cofounder of the Academy for Conscious Living, and Founder and CEO at Power Of Woman Seminars has dedicated more than thirty years to traveling across the country and helping people heal. She does this through helping people master the experience of energy for their own personal healing and growth. She adds such incredible positivity into the world. You won't want to miss this...

In this special episode, we welcome back Shanel Bodero, a remarkable guest who shares her extraordinary journey of growing up with a mother diagnosed with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), formerly known as Multiple Personality Disorder. Shanel recounts the challenges and complexities she faced, shedding light on the emotional torment of interviewing her mother's 14 different personalities. Jo...

In this episode, we delve into a deeply personal journey. Shanel Bodero shares her experience of navigating the intricate terrain of emotional incest and the profound challenges posed by severe mental disorders. Join us for a candid conversation that sheds light on these often-taboo subjects, offering hope, understanding, and a message of resilience to those facing similar struggles. Together, we...

In this episode, we meet Rae, a survivor who battled agoraphobia for nearly seven years due to the trauma of a violent sibling, and the absence of parental support. She takes us through her darkest moments, revealing how she found the strength to seek help and embark on a journey of healing and self-discovery. Today, Rae is happily married, successfully running her own business, and living a life...

Lisa is an award-winning storyteller and filmmaker. She is currently in pre-production on her first feature film, My Father, The Queen. The film was motivated by the pain of her rejection and daddy issues, and the grief over ending that relationship. Lisa can be found at all the links below: https://linkedin.com/in/lisanalexander, https://facebook.com/lisanalexander.lna https://www.fansbase.app/@l...

Carolyn Deck, a seasoned world traveler, explores the myriad of our life's influencers. Though many shape our paths, she emphasizes that our own choices ultimately define our destiny. Dive into this insightful discussion as she reminds us that everything is a choice, YOUR choice. To purchase Carloyn's Book "Above The Turbulence" go to https://amzn.to/4gvTXyb All proceeds from her book will be goin...

Growing up in dysfunction, we often cling to certain behaviors to shield ourselves. But once recognized, how do we engage with these coping mechanisms in a more healing and positive manner? In this continuation episode, Tammy steers the conversation towards finding healthier alternatives to the coping mechanisms we’ve learned. By reflecting on the balance between immediate and long-term mental hea...

As children of dysfunction, we often acquire coping mechanisms in order to protect ourselves. The 10 most common ones are denial, avoidance, self isolation, people pleasing, perfectionism, hyper- vigilance, dissociation, self-harm, substance abuse and anger. But how do these coping mechanisms shape our lives? Are they healthy or unhealthy? And most importantly, can we make positive changes to...

Can one truly blame their current struggles on a dysfunctional household? Exploring the complexities of life and the impact of dysfunction, Tammy breaks down what it truly means to grow up in a dysfunctional home and how it can shape one's identity. From the failure to meet basic needs to various forms of abuse and the damaging effects of criticism, this episode shines a light on the telltale sign...

Whether you're fresh out of your toxic environment or in your seventies and feeling like it is time to finally take back control of your life, NOW is the time. Healing knows no age limit. Tammy shares her own limiting beliefs she had about therapy and the moment she realized that she needed to get support. From surviving unthinkable hardships to struggling with the concept of unconditional love, T...

People often wonder what it's like to work with a transformational life coach. What exactly do we talk about? There's no one-size-fits-all answer. Healing is a complex process, and it looks different for everyone. Tammy’s theory is to meet her clients where they are at every day, no matter where that may be. Join Tammy as she takes you through a typical day, all while sharing a story that highligh...

Welcome to the first episode of Adult Child of Dysfunction! In this podcast, we dive deep into the impact of growing up in dysfunctional families and the journey to healing and self-discovery. In this episode, Tammy shares her personal story of realizing the severity of dysfunction in her life and the moment that brought it crashing down. Listen as she takes you through her journey of self-re...

Welcome to the Adult Child of Dysfunction podcast, where we dive deep into the world of growing up in dysfunction and finding healing. I'm your host, Tammy Vincent, a certified life coach, speaker, and bestselling author. In this trailer episode, I share my personal story of growing up with two alcoholic parents and the long journey it took to overcome that dysfunction. Join me as I take you on a...