Episode 14 – Breaking Generational Cycles: Healing from the…

In this powerful episode of Absolutely Focused Radio Podcast, host Daniel Thabudd Nelson, aka your Sobriety Buddy, along with the Sobriety Crew, takes a deep dive into breaking generational cycles. 🔥 They explore how covert n...

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March 27, 2025

Episode 14 – Breaking Generational Cycles: Healing from the Past

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In this powerful episode of Absolutely Focused Radio Podcast, host Daniel Thabudd Nelson, aka your Sobriety Buddy, along with the Sobriety Crew, takes a deep dive into breaking generational cycles.
🔥 They explore how covert narcissism, emotional manipulation, and unresolved trauma affect children, relationships, and sobriety.
💡 The crew breaks down how Micro Shifts—small, intentional changes—lead to massive, long-term transformations.
💬 Plus, they deliver powerful affirmations to inspire listeners to break free from inherited pain and embrace personal growth.
🎧 Whether you're on a healing journey, seeking freedom from past cycles, or striving for emotional and mental clarity, this episode is packed with real talk, insights, and motivation to guide you forward.

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Welcome back to Absolutely Focused Radio podcast. In today's episode,

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Breaking Generational Cycles Healing from the Past, we delve into

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how unresolved emotions and patterns from past generations affect us. Today,

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join your host, Daniel Nelson aka Your Sobriety Buddy, and

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the Sobriety Crew as they explore breaking these cycles, fostering

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healthy relationships, and intertwining Sobriety into the journey.

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Hey everyone, it's Daniel Nelson, your Sobriety Buddy. Today we're

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tackling a crucial topic, how unresolved emotions and patterns from

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past generations can affect us. Today we'll explore how to

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break these cycles and foster healthy relationships, all while intertwining

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sobriety into the journey. And as always, I'm joined by

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the incredible Sobriety Crew.

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Sobriety Crew.

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Healing starts with acknowledging the past and embracing the possibility

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of a brighter future.

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Checking up your life is like upgrading your software. Break

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those old patterns and install new healthy habits.

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Remember every step forward, no matter how small, is progress,

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Keep moving forward.

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Thanks crew. This journey is about growth and breaking free

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from the.

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Past, Understanding generational trauma.

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Let's start by understanding what generational trauma is. It's the

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transmission of trauma from one generation to the next. This

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can occur when the effects of trauma are not addressed,

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leading to patterns of behavior and emotional responses that.

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Are passed down Absolutely Daniel. Studies have shown that around

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two thirds of children experience at least one traumatic event

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by age sixteen.

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That's a significant number, and when these traumas aren't addressed,

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they can lead to adverse outcomes in adulthood, including substance

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abuse and mental health issues.

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The impact on children.

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So how does this trauma affect children? Jane Marie, can

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you shed some light on this.

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Certainly, children exposed to trauma are three times more likely

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to face academic failure, six times is likely to have

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behavioral issues, and five times more likely to have attendance problems.

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Those are alarming statistics. It highlights the importance of addressing

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trauma early to prevent these outcomes. Personal reflection, you know,

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at the end of the day, I've learned that the

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real breakthrough happens when you stop focusing on everything around

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you and just focus on being the best version of yourself.

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I've spent too long investing in things with no return

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on investment, pouring energy into situations, relationships, or patterns that

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didn't give anything back. But I don't regret any of it.

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Why Because every experience, good or badge is a learning opportunity.

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Even when it felt like I was losing, I was

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really gaining wisdom, self awareness, and growth. That's what breaking

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generational cycles is all about. Recognizing where your energy is going,

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shifting your mindset, and choosing to invest in you.

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The link between trauma and substance abuse.

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Let's discuss the connection between trauma and substance abuse. Marcus,

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what insights can you share?

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Studies indicate that individuals with a history of childhood trauma

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are at a higher risk of developing substance use disorders.

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For instance, women who reported childhood trauma and substance use

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are at increased risk of perpetuating an intergenerational cycle of abuse.

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It's clear that unaddressed trauma can lead to coping mechanisms

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like substance abuse, which can then be passed down to

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future generations.

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Breaking the cycle.

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Breaking the cycle of generational trauma is challenging, but possible.

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It involves self awareness, seeking, therapy, and building supportive communities

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Chucky Chip. How can technology assist in this process?

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Technology offers various tools for healings, such as therapy apps,

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online sobriety support groups, and mindfulness platforms. Utilizing these resources

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can be a micro shift that helps individuals break free

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from the cycle.

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That's a great point. Small consistent changes can lead to

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significant transformations over time.

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Addressing covert narcissism in parenting.

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Another aspect to consider is covert narcissism in parenting. This

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can manifest as a parent resenting their child, especially if

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the child resembles the other parent. Such dynamics can lead

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to emotional neglect or manipulation, further perpetuating trauma.

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Indeed, Daniel, recognizing these patterns is the first step toward healing.

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It's essential for parents to reflect on their behaviors and

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seek professional help if they notice these tendencies.

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Affirmations from the sobriety crew.

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As we wrap up, let's leave our listeners with affirmations

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from the words they can hold on to as they

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walk their healing and sobriety journey.

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I am worthy of healing. MY past does not define

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my future. I am breaking cycles with every step I take.

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I choose to create new patterns. My future will be

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built on self love, not generational pain.

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I am growing stronger every day with each choice I make.

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I am building a legacy of healing and hope.

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Wow.

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Powerful words from the crew, and remember, stay awesome and

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smile on purpose because you are the purpose.

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Thank you for tuning in to Absolutely Focused Radio podcast.

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