Terrance Fleming
Terrance Fleming
Healthy Relationships with Sofya Vasilyeva
Healthy Relationships with Sofya Vasilyeva
Healthy Relationships with Sofya Vasilyeva
Thursday 15th April 2021
Terrance Fleming and Sofya Vasilyeva explore how healthy relationships can transform recovery from childhood alcohol adversity.
29 minutes
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Author:
Terrance Fleming
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Categories:
Recovery from Trauma
Sobriety Toolkit
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Sofya Vasilyeva on Building Healthy Relationships After Childhood Alcohol Adversity
Healthy relationships can change our brain and even our DNA...It’s never too late to learn to cultivate them.
Can stable relationships in adulthood really rewire our brains and even influence our DNA? In this thought-provoking episode of 'The Bear Comes Home From The Bar', host Terrance Fleming sits down with Sofya Vasilyeva to unpack the transformative power of healthy relationships, especially for those who grew up with alcohol-addicted parents. Sofya brings a wealth of knowledge and personal experience, shedding light on why survivors often struggle with trust, self-esteem, and forming lasting bonds.
She emphasizes that it's never too late to cultivate a healthy attachment style and shares practical tips on how to do so. Terrance and Sofya dive into the long-term effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and toxic stress, discussing how these can manifest in adult relationships. They explore the importance of working through issues like shame and mistrust to build a solid foundation for healthier interactions.
Sofya also highlights the benefits of seeking therapy and other supportive resources to aid in this journey. Whether you're grappling with relationship challenges or simply curious about the science behind emotional connections, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable advice. Sofya's new book and her Workshop for Adult Children of Alcoholics provide additional tools for anyone looking to break free from the patterns of their past and embrace a more fulfilling future.