Allyson is a cognitive behavioral expert, best-selling author of 4 books, and a TedX speaker.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
05:22 Understanding Codependency
08:25 Creating a Safe Space for Acceptance
12:18 Healing the Inner Child
15:17 Challenging Dysfunctional Patterns
31:01 The Decision to Place a Child for Adoption
39:36 Allyson's Journey in Education and Career
45:17 Working with Battered Women and Children
47:50 Reconnecting with a Long-Lost Son
52:26 Navigating Complex Family Relationships
56:03 The Importance of Setting Boundaries
01:05:37 Healing from Trauma and Prioritizing Self-Care
01:27:13 Finding Happiness in the Present Moment
Takeaways:
Healing from childhood trauma and codependency requires self-acceptance and the willingness to feel and process emotions.
Creating a safe space for children and friends involves acceptance, open communication, and respecting boundaries.
Placing a child for adoption can be a difficult but selfless decision, allowing the child to have a better life.
Working in the field of helping battered women and children requires empathy and a strong commitment to supporting survivors.
Personal growth and healing often involve facing and challenging dysfunctional patterns and beliefs. Placing a child for adoption can be a difficult decision, but it can also be an act of love and selflessness.
Reconnecting with a child who was placed for adoption can be a powerful and emotional experience.
Setting boundaries is crucial in maintaining healthy relationships, especially in complex family dynamics.
Healing from trauma requires ongoing work and therapy, and it is important to prioritize self-care.
Being fully present in the moment is key to experiencing true happiness and connection with others.
Allyson's Links:
https://www.instagram.com/allysonroberts_/
https://www.allysonroberts.com/
https://linktr.ee/AllysonRoberts
My Links:
https://www.youtube.com/@TheMindsUnleashedShow https://www.instagram.com/themindsueric
