“There are no guarantees. I never want to be that person who's going to wait until retirement to do the things that I want to do.” —Julie Ann Mercouris

In the vulnerable years of childhood, traumas can sneak in like unwelcome guests, leaving indelible imprints on a child's psyche. Tragically, these experiences can cause children to feel responsible for their parents' struggles, and they may alter their behavior in a desperate attempt to feel loved. They unwittingly step into the shoes of a caregiver, shouldering far more responsibility than they should at such an age.

Healing these childhood traumas is a transformative process. It allows the victims to break free from the chains of their past, transitioning from merely surviving to living with purpose. Ultimately, with proper intervention and emotional healing, children can reclaim their lost innocence. 

In this episode, we hear from Transformational Coach, Julie Ann Mercouris how healing childhood trauma looked like for her. Dr. Fred and Julie also discuss how childhood dramas cause children to engage in emotional outsourcing, why we should look beyond what the eyes can see, why preparedness is an important step in the healing process, how to find your purpose in uncomfortable situations, and how to awaken the part of you that you think has died.

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Episode Highlights:

02:13 Not a Great Childhood

08:47 Navigating the Drama and Trauma

13:38 Things Beyond What the Eyes Can See 

19:18 Do Not Be Afraid of Your Greatness 

23:16 Thriving Not Surviving

28:56 Challenge Accepted 

34:33 The Best Place