AT HOME with Byron Katie • The Work of Byron Katie® Podcast

#220: My Father Kicked Me Out of the House (Part One) • The Work of Byron Katie

Aug 14, 2025
In this episode, Josh shares his powerful story of being kicked out by his father at sixteen, a pivotal moment that shaped his life. He unpacks the emotional aftermath, exploring feelings of anger and rejection while emphasizing the importance of self-inquiry and personal responsibility. The conversation touches on transformative yoga experiences and the dynamics of familial love, highlighting the journey from resentment to understanding. Josh reflects on the impact of ego and belief on emotional health, illustrating the path to healing through introspection and connection.
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ANECDOTE

Kicked Out At Sixteen

  • Josh describes being kicked out of his home at age 16 and the intense feelings that accompanied that moment.
  • He remembers his father's words and the image of separation and anger that followed.
INSIGHT

You Kicked Yourself Out

  • Byron Katie helps Josh see he actually
ANECDOTE

Reconnecting After Loss

  • Josh shares recent attempts to reconnect because his father is ill and he lost his mother.
  • He says grief and those losses motivated him to seek healing through The Work.
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