Human beings, at our core, are relational creatures. When we grow and develop in a loving, nurturing home environment, we tend to show up in the world in healthy, well-adjusted ways. When we don't get what we need in our early years, however, whether because of trauma, abuse, or neglect, the impact can be profound. But healing is possible — indeed, even likely — with the right positive influences.
To discuss how fathers can play a crucial role in those healing processes, we're joined in this episode by Steve Graner, an educator of 30+ years and Director Emeritus of The Neurosequential Network founded by renowned child psychologist Dr. Bruce Perry. In this conversation we cover a range of topics including how the brain works, the role fathers can play in providing a safe and nurturing environment for our kids, the Regulate-Relate-Reason model of trauma healing, and more. The wisdom and insight shared by Steve can help all fathers develop deep and meaningful relationships with their children, whether they have a background of trauma or not.
The following book in referenced in this episode:
If you'd like to learn more about The Neurosequential Network, which develops and disseminates innovative programs and practices to improve life for children, families, and communities, visit:
https://www.neurosequential.com/
“If you don’t heal the wounds of your childhood, you bleed into the future.” — Oprah Winfrey
Music in this episode is from "Good Ol' Man" (©2022) by Drew Green and reproduced with permission from Drew Green.
