Andrea

Adult Child

Andrea

  • 134 - Avoidant Attachment and Romantic Relationship Pitfalls for ACA's with Dr. Sofya Vass

134 - Avoidant Attachment and Romantic Relationship Pitfalls for ACA's with Dr. Sofya Vass

Wednesday 18th October 2023

Andrea and Dr. Sofya Vass discuss avoidant attachment, childhood trauma, and healing in adult relationships. Tune in for insights on emotional well-being.
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68 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
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Healing

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Adult Child
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Andrea
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Healing Relationships
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Recovery from Trauma
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Avoidant Attachment and Healing: A Talk with Dr. Sofya Vass

Episode Overview

  • Dr. Sofya Vass shares her experience as an avoidant attacher and the impact of childhood trauma on adult relationships
  • Insights into setting boundaries and healing from dysfunctional family dynamics
  • Exploration of the challenges faced by daughters of mother alcoholics and the patterns of dysfunctional relationships
  • Emphasis on transformative healing and emotional self-discovery
  • Discussion on generational trauma and its influence on emotional well-being
This is really a place where people feel safe, getting real and raw and vulnerable. You know, you can't just say Dr. Sofya Voss. You're getting, you would have to learn the whole language to really get a 10, but yeah.
What happens when the scars of childhood trauma bleed into adult relationships? In this episode, Andrea sits down with Dr. Sofya Vass, a coach and author who knows this struggle all too well. As someone who grew up in a dysfunctional family, Dr. Vass has turned her personal pain into a mission to help others.
She brings a wealth of knowledge from her book 'Misery to MASTERY' and her transformative workshops to the table, offering practical advice and emotional support for those grappling with similar issues. Dr. Vass dives into the pitfalls of avoidant attachment styles, especially for Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACAs). She shares her own experiences and sheds light on how unresolved childhood trauma can sabotage adult relationships.
If you've ever wondered why setting boundaries feels like climbing a mountain or why you keep falling into the same dysfunctional patterns, this episode offers some eye-opening insights. The conversation touches on heavy topics like codependency, complex trauma (CPTSD), and toxic shame, but it's not all doom and gloom. Dr. Vass emphasizes the power of healing and self-discovery, providing actionable steps to break free from the chains of the past.
Whether you're dealing with generational trauma or struggling to set healthy boundaries, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways. For anyone navigating the rocky terrain of emotional well-being, this chat between Andrea and Dr. Vass is a must-listen. It's a raw, honest look at the challenges and triumphs of overcoming a painful past to build healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
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