Best Acoa Podcasts (2024)

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #107 - Shelley E. 35:10

1h ago35:10

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⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Support community at your fingertips with discussion boards and chat 📰SIGN UP FOR SHITSHOW NATION - ADULT CHILD NEWSLETTER 👩HELP A GIRL & CAT EAT🐱 www.buymeacoffee.…

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164 - Quantum Healing for Addiction and Trauma: Emotional Release Therapy, Light Exposure & Circadian Rhythm w/ Andeea Rae 1:12:46

1h ago1:12:46

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Andeea Rae is a licensed counselor and certified in Applied Quantum Biology with 16 years of freedom from substance use disorder and bulimia nervosa. Her background is in addiction counseling and for 6 years she has worked at one of the world's most renowned treatment centers and leaders in the field of addiction. She is the founder and CEO of Quan…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #106 - Learning to Thrive 36:20

4d ago36:20

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⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Support community at your fingertips with discussion boards and chat 📰SIGN UP FOR SHITSHOW NATION - ADULT CHILD NEWSLETTER 👩HELP A GIRL & CAT EAT🐱 www.buymeacoffee.…

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163 - Breaking The Shame: Adult Children of Sex Addicts w/ Dr. Kenneth Adams 59:02

35m ago59:02

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Specializing in emotional enmeshment, covert incest and sex addiction, Dr. Kenneth Adams is a therapist and EMDR practitioner with 40+ years of experience. He is the author of 4 books, including A Light in the Dark: The Hidden Legacy of Adult Children of Sex Addicts, This groundbreaking book details the unique issues experienced by adult children w…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #105 - Healing From Narcissistic Abuse 50:07

13d ago50:07

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Three members of the Shitshow community get real and raw about their experience and healing from narcissistic abuse. ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Support community at your fingertips with discu…

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162 - Cutting Toxic Ties: Healing From Family Estrangement w/ Matt Kollock 1:07:57

3d ago1:07:57

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Healing from childhood trauma and neglect has a new soundtrack... Matt Kollock is an alt-indie rocker hailing in New Mexico by way of Wisconsin. His second album ‘Family Plot’ will be released on June 21st, 2024 and is inspired by his dysfunctional childhood. The first part of the album focuses on the trauma and neglect of his childhood as a shelte…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #104 - Mitchell 44:09

2h ago44:09

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Today we are joined by Shitshow Mitchell who shares about his upbringing, the impact that manifested in adulthood, and his ongoing journey of healing & recovery. ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Su…

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161 - Abandonment Trauma Expert Susan Anderson on Rejection and Equating Love with Insecurity 1:18:34

3d ago1:18:34

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The QUEEN of Abandonment Trauma Susan Anderson returns to the pod, With more than 30 years of clinical experience, she has helped tens of thousands overcome abandonment trauma and its aftermath of self sabotaging patterns. In today's episode, we discuss... Rejection trauma and the impact of being ostracized by your peers The role of positive narcis…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #103 - Coping With Change 43:22

7d ago43:22

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⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Support community at your fingertips with discussion boards and chat SIGN UP FOR SHITSHOW NATION - ADULT CHILD NEWSLETTER 👩HELP A GIRL & CAT EAT🐱 www.buymeacoffee.c…

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160 - Betrayal Bonds, Enmeshment and Sex Addiction w/ Dr. Lara Dye 1:21:54

21d ago1:21:54

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Dr. Lara Dye is a psychologist who specializes on treating childhood relational trauma that ultimately results in substance, love and sex addictions. Her treatment approach is focused on understanding how particular childhood traumas cause humans to grow destructive defense mechanisms. Those defenses, while originally a solution to the pain of the …

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #102 - Parenting with Complex PTSD 33:31

23d ago33:31

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Two mom's of the Shitshow community get real and raw about their struggles and growth of parenting with Complex PTSD. ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Support community at your fingertips with disc…

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159 - Allowing Our Feelings & Parenting w/ Janet Lansbury 1:11:37

17d ago1:11:37

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Janet Lansbury has helped hundreds of thousands of parents as an educator, best-selling author and podcast host. Her passion for parenting began when motherhood turned out not to be the fulfilling and magical experience she had anticipated. Riddled with anxiety, fear and shame - Janet sought guidance from infant expert Magda Gerber. We discuss the …

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #101 - Unconditional Love 39:58

1M ago39:58

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Today's episode is a recent recording from a Shitshow Support group. ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Support community at your fingertips with discussion boards and chat SIGN UP FOR SHITSHOW NATIO…

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158 - Stop People-Pleasing & Find Your Power w/ Hailey Magee 1:07:55

24d ago1:07:55

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Hailey Magee is a certified life coach who helps people around the world stop people pleasing and find their power. Her upcoming book "Stop People Pleasing And Find Your Power" provides a nuanced perspective on boundary-setting, self-advocacy and research-supported strategies for change. Key topics discussed - Having needs does not make you needy O…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #100 - Katie G. 45:22

28d ago45:22

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Today we are joined by Shitshow Katie who shares about her upbringing, the impact that manifested in adulthood, and her ongoing journey of healing & recovery. ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Suppo…

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157 - Unpacking Abandonment Issues: From Trauma to Triumph w/ Peter Yelton 1:13:34

1M ago1:13:34

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Born in a bathroom stall at a NYC movie theater, Peter Yelton’s mother vanished without a trace within the first minutes of his life. And so begins a lifetime of abandonment trauma… Adopted into a family ill-prepared for parenthood, his father's struggle with alcoholism only deepened his wounds. Peter’s denial about being gay would be the fuel to h…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #99 - Critical Parent (and my candy crush addiction...) 40:40

1M ago40:40

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Today's episode is a recent recording from a Shitshow Support group. ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Support community at your fingertips with discussion boards and chat SIGN UP FOR SHITSHOW NATIO…

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156 - Addicted to Negative Excitement: Decluttering Your Life w/ Andrea Wait 1:05:51

1M ago1:05:51

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When we let go of things that no longer serve us, we create space for what does. This is the gift of decluttering. Andrea Wait has been helping people organize their homes—and, by extension, their lives—for fifteen years, and after all that time, she knows one thing for sure: putting your house in order can change your life for the better. Her rece…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #98 - Letting Go 30:59

1M ago30:59

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Today's episode is a recent recording from a Shitshow Support group. ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Support community at your fingertips with discussion boards and chat SIGN UP FOR SHITSHOW NATIO…

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155 - Navigating Grief and Post-Traumatic Growth w/ Krista St-Germain 55:28

2M ago55:28

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Krista St-Germain is a grief expert, Master Certified Life Coach, widow, mom and host of The Widowed Mom Podcast. When her husband was killed by a drunk driver in 2016, Krista’s life was completely and unexpectedly flipped upside down. She now helps fellow widows to not just survive, but thrive in the aftermath of losing your spouse. Key Takeaways:…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #97 - Validating Our Feelings 42:44

2M ago42:44

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Today's episode is a recent recording from a Shitshow Support group. ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Support community at your fingertips with discussion boards and chat SIGN UP FOR SHITSHOW NATIO…

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154 - The Not Good Enough Wound: Healing From Emotionally Immature Parents w/ Marie Selleck 1:02:50

2M ago1:02:50

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Marie Selleck is a licensed therapist and Parent Wound Coach – committed to helping women heal from the impact of emotionally unavailable mothers so that they can raise confident children. She shares about the toxic marriage which mirrored the dysfunctional relationship with her father – which led to the realization that she couldn’t help others co…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #96 - Marie 43:16

3M ago43:16

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Today we are joined by Shitshow Marie who shares about her upbringing, the impact that manifested in adulthood, and her ongoing journey of healing & recovery. ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Suppo…

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153 - When Shame Becomes Our Identity: Toxic Shame & Scapegoat Abuse 45:29

3M ago45:29

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When shame becomes one's identity... this is what we call toxic shame. Toxic shame is the deeply ingrained sense of be inherently flawed and unlovable and is the core wound of an adult children of alcoholic and dysfunctional families. Key Takeaways: Recognizing the difference between healthy shame and toxic shame The internalization process that ca…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #95 - Easton 36:25

3M ago36:25

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Today we are joined by Shitshow Easton who shares about his upbringing, the impact that manifested in adulthood, and his ongoing journey of healing & recovery. ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Supp…

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152 - Unpacking the Therapist-Client Relationship: A Candid Conversation w/ Mike Pinkston and Kenny Weiss 1:24:21

3M ago1:24:21

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Kenny’s healing journey began 20 years ago when he first stepped foot into Mike’s office. The two recount their therapeutic relationship the importance of feeling seen and heard by your therapist. Prepare to journey into the heart of therapy, growth, and the brain's remarkable capacity to heal. Key Takeaways – The importance of selecting a mental h…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #94 - Let's Get Vulnerable 35:17

3M ago35:17

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DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY DETOX RETREAT March 5th-7th - Free online event w/ 14 experts teaching you strategies you can use to overcome the impact of toxic family dynamics. SIGN UP HERE! Today's episode is a recent recording from a Shitshow Support group. ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom …

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151 - Somatic Experiencing & Polyvagal Theory w/ Jamie McCoy 57:57

3M ago57:57

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DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY DETOX RETREAT March 5th-7th - Free online event w/ 14 experts teaching you strategies you can use to overcome the impact of toxic family dynamics. SIGN UP HERE! Jamie McCoy is a licensed integrative psychotherapist and trauma coach who shares her personal and professional insights into chronic illness, generational trauma, and …

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #93 - Progress 34:12

3M ago34:12

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DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY DETOX RETREAT March 5th-7th - Free online event w/ 14 experts teaching you strategies you can use to overcome the impact of toxic family dynamics. SIGN UP HERE! Today's episode is a recent recording from a Shitshow Support group where we discuss gratitude, including the below reading from Strengthening My Recovery - Progress “T…

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150 - Is It Love Addiction or Attachment Trauma w/ Jodi White 1:07:40

3M ago1:07:40

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DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY DETOX RETREAT March 5th-7th - Free online event w/ 14 experts teaching you strategies you can use to overcome the impact of toxic family dynamics. SIGN UP HERE! Jodi White is a licensed therapist who is an expert in Love Addiction, Attachment Trauma, a trained Mother Hunger Facilitator, and host of the podcast Journals of a Lov…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #92 - Karie 36:36

4M ago36:36

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DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY DETOX RETREAT March 5th-7th - Free online event w/ 14 experts teaching you strategies you can use to overcome the impact of toxic family dynamics. SIGN UP HERE! Today we are joined by Shitshow Karie who shares about her upbringing, the impact that manifested in adulthood, and her ongoing journey of healing & recovery. ⬇️DAMN TH…

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149 - Is Narcissism Misunderstood? Debunking Myths About NPD with Dr. Kirk Honda 1:23:00

4M ago1:23:00

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DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY DETOX RETREAT March 5th-7th - Free online event w/ 14 experts teaching you strategies you can use to overcome the impact of toxic family dynamics. SIGN UP HERE! Dr. Kirk Honda, PsyD, LMFT returns to discuss the intricacies of narcissism, emotional development, and the journey of healing from trauma. Key Takeaways The challenges…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #91 - Ashley B. 34:43

4M ago34:43

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DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY DETOX RETREAT March 5th-7th - Free online event w/ 14 experts teaching you strategies you can use to overcome the impact of toxic family dynamics. SIGN UP HERE! ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & T…

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148 - A Deeper Dive Into Internal Family Systems w/ Terry Baranski 52:46

4M ago52:46

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DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY DETOX RETREAT March 5th-7th - Free online event w/ 14 experts teaching you strategies you can use to overcome the impact of toxic family dynamics. SIGN UP HERE! Terry Baranski is a trauma-informed Internal Family Systems (IFS) practitioner who focuses on root causes rather than symptoms. IFS is a non-pathologising, powerfully t…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #90 - Gratitude 29:03

4M ago29:03

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DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY DETOX RETREAT March 5th-7th - Free online event w/ 14 experts teaching you strategies you can use to overcome the impact of toxic family dynamics. SIGN UP HERE! Today's episode is a recent recording from a Shitshow Support group where we discuss gratitude, including the below reading from Strengthening My Recovery - Gratitude “…

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147 - Becoming Emotionally Available To Ourselves w/ Nora (@innerbutterfly) 58:05

4M ago58:05

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DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY DETOX RETREAT March 5th-7th - Free online event w/ 14 experts teaching you strategies you can use to overcome the impact of toxic family dynamics. SIGN UP HERE! Nora (@innerbutterfly) is a self-empowerment coach who has navigated the complex journey of personal growth and self-discovery. She takes us through her liberating deci…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #89 - Trish S. 42:30

4M ago42:30

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DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY DETOX RETREAT March 5th-7th - Free online event w/ 14 experts teaching you strategies you can use to overcome the impact of toxic family dynamics. SIGN UP HERE! Today we are joined by Shitshow Trish who shares about her upbringing, the impact that manifested in adulthood, and her ongoing journey of healing & recovery. ⬇️DAMN TH…

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146 - The Intersection of Love Addiction and Codependency w/ Tiffany Carter 1:10:46

4M ago1:10:46

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DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY DETOX RETREAT March 5th-7th - Free online event w/ 14 experts teaching you strategies you can use to overcome the impact of toxic family dynamics. SIGN UP HERE! Codependency almost killed her… In today’s episode, returning guest Tiffany Carter joins us for a powerful and insightful conversation on how codependency and love addi…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #88 - Powerlessness & Unmanageability 34:39

4M ago34:39

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DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY DETOX RETREAT March 5th-7th - Free online event w/ 14 experts teaching you strategies you can use to overcome the impact of toxic family dynamics. SIGN UP HERE! Today's episode is a recent recording from a Shitshow Support group where we discuss ACA Step 1 "Step One “We admitted we were powerless over others – that our lives ha…

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145 - The Journey to Emotional Authenticity w/ Kenny Weiss 1:09:51

5M ago1:09:51

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DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY DETOX RETREAT March 5th-7th - Free online event w/ 14 experts teaching you strategies you can use to overcome the impact of toxic family dynamics. SIGN UP HERE! Kenny Weiss is coach, YouTuber, and creator of the Emotional Authenticity Method. His most recent book Your Journey To Being Yourself: How to Overcome the Worst Day Cyc…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #87 - Overcoming Toxic Guilt 37:08

5M ago37:08

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DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY DETOX RETREAT March 5th-7th - Free online event w/ 14 experts teaching you strategies you can use to overcome the impact of toxic family dynamics. SIGN UP HERE! Today's episode is a recent recording from a Shitshow Support group where we discuss toxic guilt, including the below reading from Language of Letting Go - Letting Go o…

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144 - Healing From Toxic Parents: Navigating The Journey to Emotional Freedom w/ Ana Maria 1:11:21

5M ago1:11:21

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DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY DETOX RETREAT March 5th-7th - Free online event w/ 14 experts teaching you strategies you can use to overcome the impact of toxic family dynamics. SIGN UP HERE! Physical symptoms were Ana Maria's wake-up call 10 years ago. A trip to the ER led to a therapist's couch, where she learned that the adrenal fatigue and other on-going…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #86 - Francis F. 32:12

5M ago32:12

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DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY DETOX RETREAT March 5th-7th - Free online event w/ 14 experts teaching you strategies you can use to overcome the impact of toxic family dynamics. SIGN UP HERE! Today we are joined by Shitshow Francis who shares about her upbringing, the impact that manifested in adulthood, and her ongoing journey of healing & recovery. ⬇️DAMN …

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143 - What Adult Children Learned This Year 58:07

5M ago58:07

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DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY DETOX RETREAT March 5th-7th - Free online event w/ 14 experts teaching you strategies you can use to overcome the impact of toxic family dynamics. SIGN UP HERE! Members of The Shitsohw Community share the most valuable lessons this year on their healing journey. ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https:/…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #85 - Jessica W. 43:03

5M ago43:03

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DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY DETOX RETREAT March 5th-7th - Free online event w/ 14 experts teaching you strategies you can use to overcome the impact of toxic family dynamics. SIGN UP HERE! Today we are joined by Shitshow Jessica who shares about her upbringing, the impact that manifested in adulthood, and her ongoing journey of healing & recovery. ⬇️DAMN …

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Best Of: Adult Children of Alcoholics Pioneer Tian Dayton 52:40

5M ago52:40

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DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY DETOX RETREAT March 5th-7th - Free online event w/ 14 experts teaching you strategies you can use to overcome the impact of toxic family dynamics. SIGN UP HERE! In today's episode, Andrea dives deep with author, speaker and Adult Child expert - Tian Dayton. Tian shares her wisdom on a variety of adult child topics - from how th…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #84 - Todd B. 34:17

5M ago34:17

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DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY DETOX RETREAT March 5th-7th - Free online event w/ 14 experts teaching you strategies you can use to overcome the impact of toxic family dynamics. SIGN UP HERE! Today we are joined by Shitshow Todd who shares about his upbringing, the impact that manifested in adulthood, and his ongoing journey of healing & recovery. ⬇️DAMN THE…

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The Most Wonderful Time of the Year... 5:26

5M ago5:26

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DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY DETOX RETREAT March 5th-7th - Free online event w/ 14 experts teaching you strategies you can use to overcome the impact of toxic family dynamics. SIGN UP HERE! ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & T…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #83 - Repressed Memories 25:06

6M ago25:06

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DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY DETOX RETREAT March 5th-7th - Free online event w/ 14 experts teaching you strategies you can use to overcome the impact of toxic family dynamics. SIGN UP HERE! Join us for a raw and emotional episode as Shitshow Sandra bravely unveils the suppress memory of her first Thanksgiving. Sandra powerfully illustrates the transformati…

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142 - Terry Real on Relational Trauma, Love Addiction and Shame 42:18

6M ago42:18

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DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY DETOX RETREAT March 5th-7th - Free online event w/ 14 experts teaching you strategies you can use to overcome the impact of toxic family dynamics. SIGN UP HERE! Terry Real is a renowned psychotherapist, author, and speaker celebrated for his significant contributions to the field of relational trauma and adult child issues. In …

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