James' Healing Journey: Embracing Reparenting in ACA
I started spending time with this little guy and it was like I didn't even know who. And it's like I started to learn how to breathe again and feel my heart and feel the sadness and feel the rage and the healthy aggression and the shame.
Have you ever wondered how reparenting can help heal deep-seated trauma? In this episode of ACA Tuesday Zoombox, James opens up about his transformative journey through the Adult Children of Alcoholics & Dysfunctional Families (ACA) program. Growing up in an alcoholic home, James faced a whirlwind of fear, trauma, and self-medication. His path to recovery wasn't easy, but it was profoundly rewarding. Through the guidance of his sponsors and the ACA fellowship, James discovered the powerful practice of reparenting.
He learned to breathe deeply, reconnect with his emotions, and embrace feelings of sadness, rage, and even healthy aggression. This episode is a heartfelt reminder that healing is not just possible but achievable with connection, self-care, and patience. If you're looking for inspiration and practical advice on overcoming childhood trauma, James' story might be just what you need.