During this episode with Giji Dennard, we address a topic that many of us may not have thought about. Giji shares how we may not have known that our father (or primary caregiver) was neurodivergent and when we look back at our childhood through a neurological lens, we gain more understanding, and can begin to heal wounds that may have impacted our most important relationships.

We also address the following topics;

Residual daddy issues.

We choose our partners by familiarity or void.

Understanding why your father may have had difficulty coping with crowds, or had challenges with social interaction and/or family events.

Looking at the ways your father showed affection, shared emotions or facial expressions through a different lens.

When you grow up thinking your father is being apathetic, is not interested in you, or is showing disdain...but this isn't true.

What imprints may have been made on your life?

We absorb what our environment displays.

The impact on our relationships of how our fathers related to our mothers.

The journey to heal begins with awareness of triggers.

The value of changing our perspective on our interpretations and internalization of various misunderstood issues.

Are you carrying pain, hurt and trauma that needs to be healed?

We may pick partners to help us heal our father wounds, but sometimes that may make things worse.

The 3 steps to healing father wounds: 1) Recognize; 2) Repent and Release; 3) Know That You Can Be Loved and Valued.

The goal is to get back to "Wholeness".

Your past doesn't have to define who you are.

To contact Giji check out her website at: https://www.wellfedresources.com/meet-giji

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