The Dr. John Delony Show My Mom Stood By and Did Nothing
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Feb 2, 2024 Topics discussed in this podcast include salvaging a relationship with a mother, struggling to find purpose in life, frustrations with children's football performances, closing the door on toxic relationships, building confidence and making friends when moving across the country alone, embracing your true self, the negative impact of tying identity to children's performance, managing anger towards coaches, and dealing with friends who behave badly when drunk.
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Seek Trauma-Informed Therapy
- Get a trauma-informed therapist to guide you through healing.
- You must confront painful memories and protect your child from absorbing your trauma.
Parental Neglect Equals Abuse
- Abuse by a parent is life-altering, but a parent's neglect upon disclosure is equally harmful.
- Your mom's choice to stay with your abuser is as traumatic as the abuse itself.
Protect Your Child from Trauma
- Shield your child from your tension by explaining when you're scared without blame.
- Normalize your body’s reactions and affirm your love is constant to protect them emotionally.