In this season 2 opener, we look back at a pivotal childhood experience with "Slow Jack," my first client. This story goes beyond a simple interaction—it’s about the genuine moments I experienced as a child in an adult world. No clinical jargon—just real, personal stories of growing up with childhood trauma and the journey to healing. 

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In this episode, Orenda Fink opens up about her journey growing up in chaos with an alcoholic mother struggling with mental illness who self-identified as a practicing and often vindictive witch. As she navigates the trauma of her childhood, Orenda escapes to pursue music, forming bands like Little Red Rocket and Azure Ray. We explore the lasting impact of childhood trauma, the codependent other parent, the fine line between mental illness and the myth of magic, and the ongoing search for healing and self-discovery. A raw and moving conversation about resilience, family, and mental health. Don't miss it!

Learn more about Orenda Fink: Orendafink.com  

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In this episode, I discuss mental health, psychology, functioning, self-care, relationships, childhood trauma, substance abuse, emotional regulation, dysthymia, depression, anxiety, conflict, alcohol, growth, progress, sobriety, and men's mental health. 

I've given a broad overview about possible reasons for not having one's SH*T together. I related them to being in the context of childhood trauma, but they don't always have to be. These issues can also be in line with problems ranging from ADHD to neurodivergent. It's important to consult a licensed professional. I educate on topics related to childhood trauma and voice my content around that issue. This episode is not a definitive diagnostic tool. 

Access the full-length, extended video version of "How to Get Your SH*T Together" in my healing membership. 

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Today's episode covers where hidden shame comes from and to how to tackle it!

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3 Ways To Work With Toxic Shame - Part 2 - Episode 9:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4dnOzP29OWA&t=1037s

11 Oddly Specific Childhood Trauma Issues:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lULd-wnWjT4&t=1567s

Toxic Shame and Childhood Trauma Course:
https://membership.patrickteahantherapy.com/c/toxic-shame-and-childhood-trauma-webinar-e-course/

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Today's episode covers being creatively stuck and how to tackle our stuckness.

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Today's episode covers five emotional developmental delays I often see and what we can do about them.

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Goodness and Power

11 Oddly Specific Childhood Trauma Issues (Chameleon)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lULd-wnWjT4

Is this your real personality? 5 Childhood Trauma Personalities
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WiGbgKICNEU

3 Ways To Work With Toxic Shame
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OKvtGwDZ78w

Inner Child Work Playlist
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1tOAzOD0sB3oe_mhsKT6GcVmB4w5GtZx

Learn more about Patrick Teahan,
Childhood Trauma Resources and Offerings
https://linktr.ee/patrickteahan 

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Today's episode features the New York Times article on the topic of family estrangement, going no contact, TikTok trending and more.

Read the article here -
https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/14/health/therapy-family-estrangement.html?unlocked_article_code=1.7E0.wkkS.W1t92q4DI9sW&smid=url-share

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On today's episode, we'll cover common reactions that parents have to going no contact and what to do about it!

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On today's episode, we'll cover how overwhelming others affects our relationships. 
I'm going to name the issues, list where it comes from in childhood, and what to do instead! This episode features role plays for each type of overwhelming energy.

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