Chapter
The Impact of Emotionally Unavailable Parents
39:31 - 46:00 (06:29)
When parents are consistently emotionally unavailable to their children, it can lead to hypervigilance and a belief that certain parts of themselves are inappropriate and cause people to leave.
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The belief that children are only meant to be kept physically alive was prevalent in past parenting styles due to historical contexts, such as the Great Depression, but it's important to recognize that children have emotional and psychological needs as well.
39:31 - 41:04 (01:33)
Summary
The belief that children are only meant to be kept physically alive was prevalent in past parenting styles due to historical contexts, such as the Great Depression, but it's important to recognize that children have emotional and psychological needs as well. It's crucial to extend compassion to parents who may have been raised with this ideology while also understanding that modern parenting takes a more well-rounded approach.
ChapterThe Impact of Emotionally Unavailable Parents
EpisodeWhy Do I Have Few Memories From Childhood? Deepen Your Healing & Find Answers With Dr. Nicole LePera
PodcastThe Mel Robbins Podcast
When caregivers are emotionally unavailable, inconsistent or unstable, children can become emotionally hypervigilant to changes in facial expressions and mood to predict their parents' reactions and adapt accordingly.
41:04 - 44:03 (02:58)
Summary
When caregivers are emotionally unavailable, inconsistent or unstable, children can become emotionally hypervigilant to changes in facial expressions and mood to predict their parents' reactions and adapt accordingly. This creates a coping mechanism that persists into adulthood in response to emotionally challenging situations.
ChapterThe Impact of Emotionally Unavailable Parents
EpisodeWhy Do I Have Few Memories From Childhood? Deepen Your Healing & Find Answers With Dr. Nicole LePera
PodcastThe Mel Robbins Podcast
The silent treatment can lead to internalized feelings of shame and unworthiness, causing individuals to suppress aspects of themselves and endure more emotional distress.
44:03 - 46:00 (01:57)
Summary
The silent treatment can lead to internalized feelings of shame and unworthiness, causing individuals to suppress aspects of themselves and endure more emotional distress.