OPC 013: Reconnecting with Your Abandoned SelfOPC 013: Reconnecting with Your Abandoned Self
Omar Pinto Coaching
Learning how to self-soothe is just as important for us as adults as it is as children. As a child, we learn how to self-soothe when we feel anxious, sad, disappointed, and insignificant. However, when we experience childhood trauma, the self-soothing...
52:08•30 Mar 2021
Reconnecting with Your Inner Child: Sean's Journey on Omar Pinto Coaching
“We all, every single person on this call, every person on this planet, has a need to feel significant, to feel that they matter, that they make a difference.”
Imagine realizing that your adult struggles with addiction are rooted in childhood trauma. In this eye-opening episode of the Omar Pinto Coaching podcast, Sean opens up about his recent relapse and the emotional triggers that led him there. The group dives deep into the idea of self-soothing, a skill we all develop as children but often lose touch with as adults, especially when trauma is involved.
Omar Pinto, the seasoned life coach and addiction recovery specialist, guides Sean and others through exercises to reconnect with their inner child and understand the maladaptive behaviors that stem from early life experiences. They discuss how feelings of insignificance and a longing for love can drive one towards harmful substances. The conversation also touches on the dynamics of family relationships, the importance of forgiveness, and making amends.
Through awareness and actionable steps, Omar emphasizes how we can regain control over our lives. This episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with addiction or looking to understand the deeper emotional roots of their struggles.
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