RE-RUN - Aussie from "The Ultimatum" - How do You Heal from Anxious Attachment & Childhood Trauma?

In this re-run episode, we talk to "The Ultimate Queer" cast member, Aussie, to discuss Aussie's personal journey of healing and self-discovery.

Trigger Warning - Episode mentions sexual trauma, domestic violence, and abuse. Please consider your mental health prior to watching/listening to this episode.

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Time Stamps 0:00 Intro 00:05:28 Aussie's Mom - love shown through food, repairing relationship. 00:11:25 Realization of denial and trauma recovery journey. 00:17:50 Aussie's dad - his transition from doctor to taxi driver. 00:22:04 "I Realized my sadness due to lack of parenting." 00:24:08 Childhood neglect; healing impact on relationships. 00:28:04 Craving secure attachment, overcoming past trauma 00:33:49 Recognition of need for relationships, self-healing journey, finding secure attachment. 00:40:27 Raised Catholic, mother Buddhist, dad Catholic. Mom converted, secretly went to the temple. Initially condemned mom, then questioned teachings. Suppressed sexuality, felt teachings were wrong. Angry, turned away from God. Reconnected in 2011. 00:43:35 First audiobook, emotional experience, finding inspiration. 00:48:00 Morning routine and the power of surrender. 00:51:16 Favorite book, brings new insights, practice presence.