June's Path to Self-Compassion: Healing Childhood Wounds
And it is by becoming your own loving parent, which sounds some okay at first, that made me want to vomit, to be honest, like I was like, oh like, give me a break, you know, like, you know, like this is too, woo-woo-y tree-hugger-ish, whatever this is like, I don't know, you know, and that's my, that's my critic, that's my inner critic.
Imagine feeling like there's always something holding you back, a lingering shadow from your past. That's what June faced growing up in a home marked by alcoholism and dysfunction. In this episode of ACA Tuesday Zoombox, June opens up about her transformative journey of becoming her own loving parent. For years, despite achieving sobriety and working through AA's steps, she felt an invisible noose around her throat, stifling her true self.
It wasn't until she found the ACA program that she began to unravel the deep-seated pain from her childhood. June shares how ACA's Twelve Step program helped her confront painful memories and see her parents in a new light. This wasn't just about understanding them; it was about learning to nurture herself in ways she had never experienced.
By becoming her own loving parent, she learned to silence the harsh inner critic and replace it with a voice of compassion and empathy. Her story is more than just a personal triumph; it's a beacon for anyone struggling with similar issues. June emphasizes the importance of sharing our stories and finding a community that understands our pain. She reminds us that no matter how difficult our past may be, we all have the capacity for growth and healing.
If you've ever felt trapped by your past or struggled with feelings of inadequacy, June's story offers hope and practical advice. Tune in to hear how she turned her life around by embracing self-love and acceptance.