Masculine & Feminine Dynamics

Healing the Pain of an Emotionally Absent Father

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Nov 16, 2023
Explore the effects of an emotionally or physically absent father, generational trauma and its impact on relationships. Learn healing methods and techniques to release emotional blockages and affirm self-acceptance for healthier relationships.
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INSIGHT

Generational Trauma's Impact

  • Generational trauma in men stems from historical pressures to suppress emotions for survival.
  • This emotional unavailability has been passed down, impacting current father-son relationships.
ANECDOTE

Lorin's Ankle Injury

  • Lorin Krenn shares an experience where her father dismissed her injured ankle, urging her to 'suck it up'.
  • This illustrates the generational trauma impacting his ability to connect with vulnerability.
INSIGHT

Impact of Unwitnessed Vulnerability

  • Fathers stuck in generational trauma struggle to witness vulnerability, hindering children's development.
  • Lorin Krenn's father dismissed her childhood illnesses, showcasing this difficulty.
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