Patricia L.
Patricia L.
Mothering as a survivor
Mothering as a survivor
Mothering as a survivor
Monday 13th February 2023
Patricia L. and her child discuss how her history of sexual abuse influenced her parenting, highlighting the importance of therapy.
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17 minutes
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Author:
Patricia L.
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery from Trauma
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Sobriety Success Stories
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Get the buttons here!Parenting Through Trauma: Patricia L. and Her Children's Honest Reflections
I went in trying to shield them from any potential harm. Maybe I don't know, but I just had to think about everything to protect them.
How does a history of sexual abuse shape your approach to parenting? In this episode of 'Survivors of Sexual Abuse, Let's Talk', Patricia L. opens up about her journey as a mother living with the scars of past trauma. Known for her hypervigilance and overprotectiveness, Patricia faced criticism from her children's father, who labeled her as paranoid and crazy. But was she really?
To find out, Patricia brings one of her children into the conversation to share their perspective on growing up under her watchful eye. They discuss the impact of her protective instincts and how it shaped their upbringing. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of the struggles and triumphs of parenting through trauma. Patricia emphasizes the importance of therapy and early intervention for survivors, shedding light on the tools that can help break the cycle of fear and anxiety.
Tune in for an honest and touching dialogue that offers hope and understanding to anyone navigating the complex landscape of parenting as a survivor.