Navigating Emotional Neglect and Caretaking

This chapter explores the profound impact of parental loss and emotional neglect on children's development, particularly the roles they adopt in response to their parents' struggles. The speakers share personal insights into the complexities of growing up in emotionally taxing environments and discuss the long-term implications on mental health, relationships, and self-compassion. Strategies for recovery and self-soothing are also shared, offering listeners a pathway to healing and emotional awareness.