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Abandonment
FromSecret Life
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Length:
24 minutes
Released:
Apr 1, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
In this profound episode of the Secret Life Podcast, Brianne Davis-Gantt takes us on an emotional journey through the landscape of abandonment. With unflinching honesty, she opens up about the raw sting of emotional abandonment, a phenomenon that has recently shaken her world, her clients, and the community at large. Brianne explores the pain and core wounds that surface when we feel left behind, discarded, or ignored, and questions the very notion of abandonment in adulthood.She meticulously walks us through the stages of abandonment trauma, from the initial shock and confusion to the eventual empowerment and healing. Brianne offers a poignant reflection on her personal struggle with feelings of being discarded, and how these experiences tie back to childhood wounds and the fear of not being enough.Listeners will be invited to examine their own experiences with abandonment, whether through death, divorce, or emotional distance. Brianne challenges the idea that adults can be abandoned in the same way children can, emphasizing the power we have to seek support, express our grief, and ultimately find strength in the face of loss.This episode is not just about the pain of abandonment, but about the growth and clarity that can emerge from it. It's a call to recognize the clearing that takes place when relationships end, and the opportunity to deepen our relationship with ourselves.Join Brianne as she shares her tools for navigating these turbulent emotional waters, from writing goodbye letters to practicing self-care and compassion. If you've ever felt the ache of being left behind or questioned your own worth in the wake of a severed connection, this episode offers a compassionate embrace and a roadmap to resilience.#SecretLifePodcast #EmotionalAbandonment #Healing #PersonalGrowth #Resilience #SelfWorth #Compassion #Grief #Empowerment #CoreWounds #Relationships #SelfCareEpisode Chapters(00:00) Introduction to the episode's theme of abandonment(02:15) Brianne's personal encounter with emotional abandonment(07:50) The developmental stages of abandonment trauma(13:30) Early causes of abandonment issues in childhood(19:45) The definition and impact of emotional abandonment in adults(26:10) Strategies for processing and overcoming feelings of abandonment(32:35) Embracing grief and empowerment after loss(39:00) Final thoughts on transforming abandonment into personal clearing and growth(44:25) Closing remarks and resources for listeners______If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, trauma, sexual abuse or feeling overwhelmed, we've compiled a list of resources at secretlifepodcast.com______To share your secret and be a guest on the show email secretlifepodcast@icloud.com_____SECRET LIFE’S TOPICS INCLUDE:addiction recovery, mental health, alcoholism, drug addiction, sex addiction, love addiction, OCD, ADHD, dyslexia, eating disorders, debt & money issues, anorexia, depression, shoplifting, molestation, sexual assault, trauma, relationships, self-love, friendships, community, secrets, self-care, courage, freedom, and happiness._____Create and Host Your Podcast with the same host we use - RedCircle_____Get your copy of SECRET LIFE OF A HOLLYWOOD SEX & LOVE ADDICT -- Secret Life Novel or on Amazon______HOW CAN I SUPPORT THE SHOW?Tell Your Friends & Share Online!Follow, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts | SpotifyFollow & Listen iHeart | Stitcher | Google Podcasts | Amazon | PandoraSpread the word via social mediaInstagramTwitterFacebook#SecretLifePodcastDonate - You can also support the show with a one-time or monthly donation via PayPal (make payment to secretlifepodcast@icloud.com) or at our WEBSITE.Connect with Brianne Davis-Gantt (@thebriannedavis)Official WebsiteBrianne’s Coaching WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterConnect with Mark Gantt (@markgantt)Main WebsiteDirecting WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Released:
Apr 1, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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