Ep21 Importance of talking, toxic parents & trauma with Ben Cole Edwards
Jun 14, 2023
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Author and life coach Ben Cole Edwards joins host Harriet Shearsmith to discuss the importance of breaking stigma and talking about trauma, toxic parents, and their impact on adults. They delve into navigating trauma, seeking male attention, finding maternal figures, artistic expression as escapism, healing from toxic parental relationships, and mindfulness for a more fulfilling life.
Breaking stigma by talking about trauma is crucial for healing and growth.
Exploring the impact of toxic parents on adulthood helps in understanding and healing from childhood trauma.
Creating a supportive community to navigate shared experiences and heal together is essential.
Deep dives
The Impact of Nature on Our Lives and the Benefits of Outdoor Exploration
Spending time in nature and exploring the outdoors positively impacts our well-being. Despite our busy lives, connecting with nature is easily accessible, offering a range of benefits. Using apps like AllTrails can help discover nearby trails confidently, promoting outdoor exploration and enjoyment.
Understanding and Overcoming Trauma Related to Narcissism and Toxic Parents
Ben Cole Edwards, a TikTok content maker, discusses his experiences with trauma from toxic parents, focusing on topics like narcissism and emotional maturity. His content resonates with many, creating a supportive community to navigate shared experiences and heal together.
Challenges and Healing in Addressing Childhood Trauma and Parental Relationships
Edwards shares his journey in creating content to address childhood trauma and his upbringing, evolving from parenting advice to discussing his emotionally unavailable parents. He touches on the challenges faced, highlighting the importance of building a community to validate shared experiences.
The Evolution of Parenting Styles and Breaking the Cycle of Emotional Impact
Reflecting on his experiences, Edwards emphasizes the significance of conscious and healthy parenting. Comparing negative parenting behaviors from his past, he and his partner foster open communication, support, and correction, striving to break the cycle of toxic parenting.
Men's Reluctance to Address Childhood Trauma and the Stigma Around Male Mental Health
Acknowledging the stigma around male mental health, Edwards discusses the disparity in support for men addressing childhood trauma. Encouraging men to open up about their experiences, he advocates for breaking societal norms that hinder men from seeking help and healing from toxic parental relationships.
On this episode, host Harriet Shearsmith talks to author and life coach Ben Cole Edwards about the importance of breaking stigma and talking about our trauma, toxic parents and how it impacts us as adults.
You can find Ben at Ben Trauma Corner on tiktok, instagram and youtube.