Heal The Hurt How To Heal From Enmeshment Trauma
Feb 13, 2022
Dive into the complex world of enmeshment trauma, where shame and confusion reign. Discover how childhood abandonment leads to a loss of self and the struggle for independence in relationships. Kenny shares personal stories of gaslighting and manipulative dynamics, emphasizing the importance of setting boundaries and claiming personal values. Learn steps to reclaim joy through hobbies, develop emotional mastery by tracing feelings to their roots, and understand the necessity of grief in healing. Professional guidance is recommended for navigating this challenging journey.
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A Child Told To Hold An Adult's Addiction
- Kenny recounts his mother asking him, while drunk, to hug her to stop her drinking, making him feel omnipotent.
- That enmeshed moment put impossible responsibility on a child to regulate an adult's addiction.
Love And Gaslighting Can Coexist
- Parents mix genuine love with manipulative gaslighting, creating a double-bind that prevents clarity.
- Kenny Weiss says denying this dual truth preserves shame and prolongs enmeshment.
Build Your Own Values And Boundaries
- Develop your own morals, values, needs, wants, negotiables and non-negotiables independent of your parents.
- Use resources (e.g., Kenny Weiss's codependence videos) to learn how to discover authentic preferences.