Our families should be where we find connection and happiness but also can often be the source of our trauma and stress. In this session, we explore how problems in our families of origin can lead to challenges in the families we create as adults. Find out if you are perpetuating negative family behaviors or if you are breaking free now as a grown-up! We will talk about the power of how our family shaped our emotional responses and how we manage conflict in our lives now. You will understand the role of family cohesiveness and family culture in our daily mental health. Learn skills related to how we can be better listeners and to give and accept feedback from our family.

As grown-ups, let’s remove the sense of powerlessness that our family can contribute to, and acknowledge that it may be because of the way we manage conflict. Does your family culture reflect your grown-up values? Don’t waste another minute or day or year waiting to match your family member’s expectations. Relationships are hard, and family relationships can be a real challenge. Come on, you got this! Stop compromising your values and create a family around you that reflects your values and encourages you to be YOU!

*Episode 9 Trigger Warnings: Neglect, Abuse