Ronni Tichenor and Jennie Weaver
Ronni Tichenor and Jennie Weaver
Breaking the Cycle Takes Longer Than You Think
Breaking the Cycle Takes Longer Than You Think
Breaking the Cycle Takes Longer Than You Think
Saturday 4th May 2024
Ronni and Jennie discuss the complexities and long journey of breaking the cycle of trauma and abuse while sharing their personal experiences.
29 minutes
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Author:
Ronni Tichenor and Jennie Weaver
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Categories:
Healing Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Recovery Reimagined
Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Breaking the cycle of trauma takes longer than expected.
- Compassion for oneself is crucial during the healing journey.
- Setting boundaries with toxic family members is challenging but necessary.
- Healing is a lifelong process requiring continuous effort.
- Honesty with children about past trauma helps create a healthier future.
You are a cycle breaker and you are a damn warrior. But you're not going to kill the dragon.
Ronni and Jennie grew up in a home filled with addiction, abuse, and mental illness, but as adults, they've come together to break the cycle and heal. In this episode, they share the sobering realisation that breaking the cycle of trauma and abuse takes much longer than anticipated. They reflect on their initial naive belief that they could completely shield their children from the pain they endured.
However, they soon discovered that while significant improvements were made, some issues still seeped through. Ronni and Jennie discuss the importance of compassion for oneself during this journey, acknowledging that perfection isn't attainable, but progress is vital. They highlight the complexities of setting boundaries with family members who perpetuate toxic behaviours and the challenges of parenting while still dealing with their own unresolved trauma. The sisters emphasise that healing is a lifelong process, one that requires continuous effort and self-compassion.
They also touch on the generational impact of trauma, stressing the importance of being honest with their children about their past while striving to create a healthier future. This episode is a heartfelt reminder that while breaking the cycle is tough, it's a heroic effort worth every bit of struggle.