What does it really mean to heal for your kids? Many parents say, “I’d die for my children,” but emotional authenticity coach Kenny Weiss believes the greatest gift we can give our children is doing the work on our own trauma.In this powerful conversation, Kenny shares his personal journey—growing up in a chaotic home, struggling with addiction, divorce, and even suicidal thoughts—and how he transformed pain into purpose. He opens up about the concept of the Worst Day Cycle, why small childhood moments (like cottage cheese for the dog) can shape a lifetime, and how suppressed emotions often show up in our health, from back pain to allergies.0:00 – Every adult emotion begins in childhood0:29 – Meet Kenny Weiss (Emotional Authenticity Coach & Founder of The Greatness University)1:05 – Kenny’s childhood story: chaos, trauma, and survival3:23 – How trauma shapes false identities and addictions6:17 – “I didn’t know how to be a man”: healing begins at 388:00 – Discovering his gift through therapy9:25 – Rock bottom: contemplating suicide and letting go of control10:54 – Spiritual epiphanies and writing his first book11:52 – Parenting truth: “Would you heal for your kids?”13:36 – The cottage cheese story: subtle childhood wounds17:19 – How parents can attune better to their child’s emotions18:36 – Why parents must heal their own trauma first20:00 – Life as a series of painful lessons (and gifts)22:00 – Seeing life clearly: emotional authenticity as the “3D glasses”24:21 – Why pain drives growth & the importance of emotions27:05 – How to shift from self-destruction to emotional authenticity28:34 – The link between emotions and illness29:27 – Back pain, family burdens, and hidden emotional weight33:33 – Allergies, coughs, and unspoken truths36:06 – Rebuilding after bankruptcy and mini “deaths”39:04 – Vulnerability, shame, and giving others permission to heal40:14 – Reliving your “worst day” and the Worst Day Cycle42:57 – The Authentic Self Cycle: truth, responsibility, healing, forgiveness44:33 – Resources: free content, books, classes, and coaching47:00 – Living in alignment: finding peace after 4948:47 – Embracing future awakenings and deeper peace49:15 – Closing words of inspirationWe talk about:Why “I’d die for my kids” can actually harm children.How parents unconsciously pass unresolved trauma to their kids.The connection between emotions and physical illness.The difference between living in the Worst Day Cycle vs. reclaiming your authentic self.Practical steps to start healing and modeling emotional authenticity for your family.Kenny’s message is clear: Pain is not the enemy—it’s the pathway to authenticity, healing, and freedom.Kenny’s website & free downloads: https://kennyweiss.net#Parenting #ChildhoodTrauma #EmotionalHealing #KennyWeiss #TrustMeMom