Dear Little Me

In this Quick Chat episode, we hear from Andrew Daniel about his experiences of being ostracised from his school community. He endured relentless bullying, abandonment, and isolation, which left lasting emotional scars. These traumatic experiences shaped Andrew's beliefs about himself and the world around him, plunging him into a deep state of emotional turmoil. At one point, Andrew even grappled...

On the HEAL blog How to Tune Into Your Intuition: A Guide to Unlocking Your Inner Wisdom If you don’t hear another story this year, you need to hear Beck’s story. Beck’s parents split when she was six years old and it was agreed that Beck, her mom and siblings would move into her Paternal Grandfather’s home. Instantly, the days of toys, play and having fun were over. In this house nobody...

This week on the HEAL blog 12 Steps To Self Love After Physical Abuse In this quick chat episode, I speak with Nathalia who endured a challenging upbringing marked by a mother with narcissistic and controlling tendencies. Nathalia did not recognise this as abuse until very recently in her life because it was normal to her. The familiarity of this abuse saw Nathalia marry a man who exhibited s...

This week on the HEAL blog HOW TO LOVE YOURSELF AFTER PHYSICAL ABUSE . In this episode we delve into a topic that has historically been misunderstood – the sensitive and intuitive child. In a world that values conformity, these unique traits have often been marginalized. But today, we have the privilege of speaking with Emily Rivera, someone born with a heightened sense of sensitivity and intuitio...

On the HEAL blog right now Mastering Boundaries: 10 Powerful And Effective Strategies In this Quick Chat episode, Karina shares her story of growing up with a mother who was unable to connect with her emotionally. Karina longed for the nurturing, empowering, and protective love that was absent in her childhood home. Growing up, Karina often felt a deep sense of loneliness. Yet, even at a youn...

NEW BLOG POST ALERT! Mastering Boundaries: 10 Powerful and Effective Strategies In a family already blessed with two daughters, Amy's arrival was accompanied by a strong desire from her traditional Chinese father to have a son, to carry on the family name. This early expectation of being "supposed to be a boy" cast a long shadow over Amy's life. She found herself caught in a confusing dance, tryin...

Welcome to another insightful Quick Chat episode, where we are joined by Lena Cebula, a survivor of human trafficking. Lena's early life was marred by dysfunction and adversity. She was trafficked internationally as a teenager, enduring unimaginable hardships. However, Lena's story takes a profound turn when she escapes this life and finds herself in Canada, a place where she encounters something...

Go to this week's BLOG 15 Clear Ways To Recognise You Are Dissociating. My guest this week is Stephanie Kwong . Stephanie grew up in a family with strong Chinese values. As a child she navigated a maze of expectation that suffocated her true self. Stephanie’s value was determined by what she could achieve and so she became a high achiever and a perfectionist. External appearances were im...

On the HEAL blog 8 Actionable Ways Embracing Self Love Leads To A Positive Body Image Generational patterns are like hidden threads. They weave through our lives, often unseen and unnoticed. These invisible forces shape our behaviors and choices, impacting everything. Lisa's childhood was marked by her father's battle with significant mental health issues, whilst her mother struggled to navig...

On the HEAL blog 8 Powerful Ways Embracing Self-Love Leads To A Positive Body Image In this week's episode, I am joined by Corallee, who graciously shares her experiences of growing up in a household plagued by parental drug addiction. Corallee provides a candid insight into the challenges she faced as a child living amidst the turmoil of drug-addicted parents. Her mother's involvement in dealing...

On the HEAL blog 8 Interesting Reasons You Can’t Cry. In this quick chat episode, we dive into Natasha's deeply personal journey, with a mother who harbored a complex mix of cruelty, narcissism, depression, and mental instability. Natasha bore the brunt of her mother's emotional storms, often silenced and unheard. The few instances when she mustered the courage to speak up were met with severe con...

On the HEAL blog this week 8 Reasons You Can’t Cry: Unraveling the Mystery Behind Our Tears. Divorce is a real game-changer for families, and it hits kids the hardest. Rosemary Gattuso is a guiding light in the realm of family mediation within the Family Court. Her daily mission revolves around sitting down with families, without judgment, and helping them find middle ground for navigating life po...

In this episode, we delve into the persistent influence of toxic masculinity on our culture's notions of masculinity which amplifies dominance, suppresses emotions, fuels aggression, and stifles emotional expression. While we're making strides in redefining societal expectations for men, the staggering suicide rates among men reflect the ongoing struggle. The reality is that many men find it chall...

On the HEAL blog this week... 3 Steps To Love Your Inner Critic (Don't Believe Everything You Think!) Brook Bralove is a seasoned Psychotherapist whose extensive career has been dedicated to engaging with clients through talk therapy. Her compassionate guidance has helped her clients grappling with issues spanning from depression and anxiety to trauma and relationship issues. In this episode, Broo...

On the HEAL BLOG this week, don't miss Imposter Syndrome - Ten Tips To Ignite Authenticity.   Drawing from his own personal journey, Dr. Reshie Joseph possesses profound expertise in the realm of trauma. With an initial background as a medical doctor within one of London’s premier hospitals, Dr Reshie enjoyed a privileged upbringing. However, unexpectedly, his life took a harrowing...

On the HEAL BLOG this week, don't miss Imposter Syndrome - Ten Tips To Ignite Authenticity. Attention all people pleasers! This episode is a must-listen for you. Join us as we delve into Latoya's journey of breaking free from the clutches of people-pleasing and reclaiming life on her terms. This is a tale of transformation and healing, as Latoya discovers the power of releasing the need to please...

This week on the HEAL blog 3 Ways To Stop A Fight . Melissa Lyon West personifies strength and resilience like no other. From a young age, she was entangled in a cult, dominated by her father's controlling influence. Up until she turned thirty, every aspect of Melissa's life was dictated by strict rules. There was no room for personal choice in this cloistered environment where men held all the po...

On The HEAL BLOG this week don't miss  How To Stop A Fight: 3 Strategies For Conflict Resolution. Bekki's upbringing unfolded within the walls of a toxic household. Her mother's highly toxic behavior, coupled with her father's abusive and intimidating nature, created a volatile environment where Bekki and her siblings fought to survive. Tragically, Bekki often found herself on the receiving e...

On The HEAL BLOG this week don't miss  8 Crucial Reasons You Should Take A Mental Health Day The reason you don’t feel happy is because you’re living your life to please other people. Growing up in chaotic and traumatic environments conditions us to prioritise pleasing others as a means of ensuring our own safety. However, choosing to live life on your own terms is the most empowering de...

On The HEAL BLOG this week don't miss  8 Crucial Reasons You Should Take A Mental Health Day Barbara Lane believes the most important factor to the continuation of child abuse, is secrecy. From a very young age we are taught to keep secrets. We are silenced and we are shamed. It is generational. Barbara’s story is extraordinary and she is determined to tell it so that others mi...

Generational trauma On The HEAL BLOG this week don't miss  3 Steps To Heal From Devastating Childhood Neglect. In this quick chat episode we are looking at how trauma is passed down your family line.  Whatever has happened to your parents, your grandparents and beyond can have a huge impact on your life simply as a result of what is shared within that family line.  Systemic Theory l...

I am worthless On The HEAL BLOG this week don't miss  3 Steps To Heal From Devastating Childhood Neglect. From her earliest memories Victoria felt worthless. Her brothers and sisters were significantly older and the messages she got growing up were ‘we don’t want you’.  At school Victoria was bullied and rejected.  Such was her lack of self worth, Victoria never looked in the m...

Toxic mother On The HEAL BLOG this week don't miss  Five Steps To Break Free Of Generational Family Patterns  Alex Scott is a Narcissistic Abuse Healing Coach. She knows first hand what growing up with a narcissistic mother is like and how that relationship can lead to adult relationships with narcissists, because the abuse is familiar and normal. In this quick chat episode, Alex shares...

Self love On The HEAL BLOG this week don't miss Five Steps To Break Free Of Generational Family Patterns  Dr Heather Browne's Mom had Schizophrenia. She was a truly magical woman, but she was also deeply unable to cope. Heather cared for her Mom in a way nobody else could, and when Heather's Mom took her own life, Heather was hurting and in such deep pain, she knew she needed to find the stre...

I Am The Scapegoat On The HEAL BLOG this week don't miss  HOW I HEALED FROM DEPRESSION: 5 TIPS TO DEEPLY SUPPORT YOUR HEALING It usually only takes one toxic parent to change the entire dynamic of a family.  One toxic parent means everyone in the family is scrambling to be in the good books.  Nobody wants to be the scapegoat.  Nobody wants the entire family turned against them....