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🎙️ What A Real Apology From A Parent Should Look Like

What does a real apology from a parent to an adult child actually sound like?

In this episode of Broken Adults Speak Sense, we’re raising the standard for what accountability and repair should look like after childhood trauma. Saying “I’m sorry you feel that way” isn’t the same as taking responsibility—and sometimes an apology can actually cause more hurt when it comes with excuses, blame, denial, or a demand for instant forgiveness.

We break down the five essential parts of a meaningful apology: taking clear ownership, leaving the excuses behind, showing genuine empathy, making an effort to repair the relationship, and—most importantly—changing the behavior.

We also talk about the painful reality that some parents may never give their adult children the apology they deserve. What happens when you have to stop waiting for someone else to validate your pain? And how can you begin validating your own experience instead?

This episode explores:

• What a genuine parental apology should sound like
• Why “I’m sorry you feel that way” isn’t accountability
• The difference between explaining and making excuses
• How empathy and repair rebuild trust
• Why changed behavior matters more than saying “sorry”
• How denial and blame can reopen childhood wounds
• The grief of accepting that an apology may never come
• Self-validation and becoming the adult your younger self needed
• Setting boundaries when attempting to rebuild a relationship with a parent
• Why forgiveness should never be demanded or used to erase accountability

A real apology isn’t a performance. It’s accountability followed by action.

And if your parent never gives you the apology you’ve been waiting for, that doesn’t mean your experience wasn’t real. Your healing doesn’t have to depend on someone else finally admitting what happened.

You can break the cycle—even when the person who hurt you refuses to acknowledge it.

🎧 Broken Adults Speak Sense is a podcast about childhood trauma, family dynamics, healing, boundaries, and the conversations many adults were never allowed to have.

If this episode resonates with you, share it with someone who needs to hear it.

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If you’ve ever confronted your parents about your childhood and were met with denial, excuses, anger, guilt trips, or complete silence… you’re not alone.

In this episode of Broken Adults Speak Sense, we’re exploring the psychological reasons many parents struggle to admit the pain they caused. For some, apologizing feels like admitting they failed. Others simply don’t have the emotional maturity to face what happened.

But here’s the truth:

Their inability to apologize does NOT invalidate your experience.

In this episode we’ll discuss:

• Why parents become defensive instead of listening
• The shame that often blocks accountability
• Why some parents rewrite history
• The difference between guilt and genuine remorse
• Why healing doesn’t have to depend on receiving an apology
• How to stop waiting for closure that may never come

If you’ve spent years wondering…

“Why can’t they just say they’re sorry?”

…this episode is for you.

❤️ Healing doesn’t begin when they apologize.

It begins when you stop needing their permission to acknowledge what happened.

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🎙️ Broken Adults Speak Sense is a podcast about:

• Childhood trauma
• Toxic family dynamics
• Emotional neglect
• Healing your inner child
• Breaking generational cycles
• Building healthier relationships

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We’ve all heard that your 20s are supposed to be the “perfect” time to start a family. But what if that’s one of the biggest myths we’ve been told?

In this episode of Broken Adults Speak Sense, we take an honest look at why becoming a parent in your 20s can be far more difficult than most people expect. This isn’t about telling anyone when they should have children—it’s about understanding the emotional, psychological, financial, and developmental realities that often get ignored.

We discuss:

• Why your brain is still developing well into your mid-to-late 20s
• How emotional maturity affects parenting
• The financial pressures of raising children while you’re still building your own life
• Why many people are still discovering who they are in their 20s
• The impact of childhood trauma on becoming a parent
• How stress, relationships, and identity can shape your parenting journey
• Why waiting a few years can sometimes benefit both you and your future children

Whether you had children in your 20s, are thinking about becoming a parent, or simply want to understand the challenges many young parents face, this conversation is meant to educate—not judge.

If this episode resonates with you, I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments.

❤️ If you enjoy honest conversations about healing, family dynamics, childhood trauma, and personal growth, don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share.

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For the last 9 months, I disappeared.

I didn't plan to step away, but life had other plans. Our family went through something deeply difficult, and if I'm being honest, my mental health wasn't in a place where I could continue creating episodes. Even after things began to settle, fear kept me from pressing "publish" again.

I also want to say thank you.

I have been genuinely amazed to see people from all over the world continue listening to the podcast, subscribing to my YouTube channel, and following me on social media—even while I wasn't posting new content. Your support, patience, and encouragement have meant more than you know.

I'm excited to tell you that Broken Adults Speak Sense is back.

If you're new here, this podcast is about breaking unhealthy cycles, understanding childhood trauma, emotional healing, and becoming the adult you needed when you were younger. My goal is to have honest conversations that help people make sense of their past so they can build a healthier future.

New episodes are coming soon, and I can't wait to continue this journey with you.

Thank you for being here.
Thank you for waiting.
And thank you for giving me the chance to come back.

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Loving your kids doesn’t automatically mean you’re showing up with emotional maturity. Many of us carry old patterns from our own upbringing into parenting—without even realizing it.

In this episode, we explore:

• What emotional immaturity really means in parenting
• The subtle signs you might be falling into it
• How it impacts your child’s development and relationships
• Practical steps you can take to grow, repair, and show up differently

This conversation isn’t about blame or shame—it’s about awareness and growth. Emotional maturity isn’t something you’re born with; it’s something you can build. And every step you take toward it makes a difference for you and your child.

 Tune in now, and let’s grow together.

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✨ In this video, I respond to advice given by Dr. John Delony on The Dr. John Delony Show. A wife called in asking whether it would be okay to have a third child even though her husband is worried about the financial strain and the toll the first year of life takes on a marriage.

Dr. Delony encouraged the wife that it’s okay to move forward with another baby and figure out the money later. While I respect his perspective, I share why I disagree with this approach. I believe that finances, emotional health, and marital stability need to be discussed and prepared for before making such a life-changing decision.

👶 Topics we’ll cover in this video:

• Why financial preparation matters when planning for another child
• The reality of how a baby impacts marriage in the first year
• Healthy ways for spouses to communicate when they don’t agree on family planning
• Why love for children isn’t enough to shield a marriage from stress without preparation

💬 Do you agree with Dr. John Delony’s advice, or do you think couples should prioritize financial and emotional readiness first? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

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In this powerful and honest episode, we dive deep into the emotional realities behind the phrase "daddy issues" — a term often used jokingly but rooted in real pain. What does it truly mean to grow up without a father? How does the absence or emotional unavailability of a father figure shape a daughter's self-worth, relationships, and identity?

Join us as we explore:
 🔹 The psychological impact of fatherlessness
 🔹 Common signs of the “daddy wound”
 🔹 How media and culture minimize this deep emotional pain
 🔹 The journey to healing and self-awareness

This is not about blame — it’s about truth, understanding, and breaking cycles.

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In this captivating episode of the **BASS Podcast**, we sit down with the multi-talented Dru Billions for an exclusive interview. Dru opens up about his journey in the music and acting industries, his newly established music studio, and his upcoming projects.  

He also talks about why he went no contact with his mother. Beyond his career, Dru talks about why he went no contact with his mother, shares deeply personal insights, discussing his childhood trauma, struggles with co-parenting, and how anger impacted his past relationships. He reflects on his revelation about the need for healing and details his ongoing journey toward personal growth and emotional wellness.  

Don't miss this raw and inspiring conversation with Dru Billions as he shares his story of resilience, self-discovery, and transformation.  

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🎧 Available now on all podcast platforms!  

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Jen Araya Peters is a visionary healer, #1 best selling author and the founder of a global 129,000 strong healing community. Jen is best known for her revolutionary work in the field of inner child healing, in particular dissolving emotional trauma, childhood trauma and hidden blocks deep within the subconscious mind. Jen has a special interest in healing following narcissistic abuse and in dissolving codependency. Jen has a mission to make healing accessible to all.

Here is a free digital copy of my book: Coming Home: The Path to Healing Your Inner Child:

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I also have a Dissolving Codependency Course that is specifically for those who have either been raised in a narcissistic family system, has a history of narcissistic dynamics or who has self abandoning / codependent patterning and wishes to move beyond these patterns.  This is a paid course however, I'd be happy to offer this to your listeners at a heavily reduced rate.
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**Title:** What Do Kids Really Want For Christmas? | Tips for the New Year | BASS Podcast Update  

🎄 **What do kids REALLY want for Christmas?**  
In this episode, we dive into what children value most during the holiday season—beyond the gift wrap and bows. Discover meaningful ways to make this Christmas memorable for your family.  

✨ **New Year, New Goals!**  
Get practical tips to start your year off right! From setting achievable resolutions to fostering a positive mindset, we’ve got you covered.  

🎙️ **BASS Podcast Update**  
Big things are happening for the podcast! Tune in to hear about upcoming episodes, special guests, and the exciting changes we’re making to bring you even more value.  

👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an update!  
💬 Share your thoughts in the comments: What are your family traditions for the holidays?  

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