In this powerful episode of the Mark Groves Podcast, Mark Groves welcomes back Wellness + Wisdom host Josh Trent for a raw, heartfelt conversation on healing, fatherhood, and finding purpose through pain.

Josh opens up about the past three years of transformation, and how becoming a father challenged him to confront childhood wounds, addiction, and patterns of abandonment.

Together, they explore the emotional layers of self-abandonment, the power of nervous system regulation, and how community and presence can pull us through life’s hardest seasons.

This episode isn’t just about personal growth, it’s about spiritual and emotional rebirth. It’s about breaking free from generational pain, reclaiming your truth, and learning how to show up for yourself and the people you love.

If you’re in a season of change (or seeking one) this conversation will land deep.

In This Episode, Josh Trent Uncovers:

[01:47] Parenthood + Personal Growth
[02:48] The Power of Healing Relationships
[05:19] Navigating Abandonment + Trust
[06:45] Love + Presence
[09:29] Embracing Fatherhood
[14:47] Confronting Wounds + Healing
[19:01] The Constant Work of Self
[26:34] Liberation + Regulation
[30:18] The Role of Community
[34:03] The Journey of Learning
[40:00] The Illusion of Safety
[46:41] Purpose + Integrity
[58:35] The Weight of Ideologies
[01:03:32] Compassion + Understanding
[01:11:23] Holding the Lantern
[01:13:04] Sharing the Light

About Mark Groves

Mark Groves is a Human Connection Specialist, founder of Create the Love, and host of the Mark Groves Podcast.

With a background in human behavior and emotional intelligence, Mark explores the science and psychology of connection and helps people improve their communication, self-awareness, and relationships.

His podcast and courses delve into topics like vulnerability, attachment, and healing, and feature interviews with experts across various fields of personal growth.

Mark’s engaging, authentic style has made him a popular figure in the wellness and self-help space, inspiring others to live more fulfilled and connected lives.

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