
Special: Adult Children of Emotional Abuse
The Oprah Winfrey Show: The Podcast
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Echoes of Childhood: Navigating Emotional Abuse and Identity
This chapter explores the profound effects of emotional abuse experienced during childhood, particularly in the context of adoption and parental relationships. Guests share their personal stories of feeling unwanted and the long-lasting impact of critical parenting on their self-esteem and identity. The conversation highlights the parallels between emotional and physical abuse, along with the journey toward healing and self-acceptance amidst the scars of the past.
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