We Can Do Hard Things Trusting Yourself Again with Dr. Hillary McBride
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May 20, 2025 Dr. Hillary McBride, a registered psychologist and author, dives into the intricacies of healing spiritual wounds and rebuilding self-trust. She emphasizes that every family functions like a religion, shaping our beliefs and traumas. The discussion tackles the struggles of identity and belonging, particularly in the face of rigid societal pressures. McBride highlights the significance of emotional regulation in parenting and the importance of fostering critical thinking to resist conformity. Her insights aim to empower listeners on their personal healing journeys.
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Defining Spirituality and Trauma
- Spirituality is the human drive for connection and meaning, not tied to any religion or institution.
- Spiritual trauma occurs when this drive is fractured by experiences that disconnect us from ourselves and others.
Fragmentation and Self-Disconnection
- Fragmentation shows as disconnection from bodily feelings, desires, and needs.
- This inner severance blocks knowing what we want and need, undermining self-trust.
Families as Primary Religions
- Families often act as primary religious systems shaping our earliest beliefs.
- Family systems can enforce distrust in self and body, reinforcing spiritual trauma.
