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Adult Child of Dysfunction

“Child of Dysfunction” is your guide into the world of resilience and healing. Hosted by Tammy Vincent, the adult child of two alcoholic parents, this podcast delves deep into the experiences of growing up in a chaotic and dysfunctional environment, facing childhood neglect, abuse, and trauma while overcoming adversity. With personal insights and expert interviews, we explore the challenges and triumphs of adults who grew up in these toxic environments, and healed. We Learn how to navigate these

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E 183: Self-Hypnosis for Peace, Clarity & Confidence...

Adult Child of Dysfunction ·

2025/05/18

In this transformative episode, we sit down with Ana Felice, a professional hypnotist with over 12 years of experience and the visionary founder of Pacifica Hypnosis. Ana offers both online hypnosis sessions worldwide and in-person services in central Miami, helping clients overcome subconscious blocks that keep them stuck—whether it’s limiting beliefs, emotional trauma, fears, or fixed mindsets.Ana shares her deeply personal story, rooted in a childhood shaped by emotional struggles and complex

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Ep 182: From Hiding to Healing: Rebecca Engle on...

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2025/05/17

In this powerful and soul-stirring episode, we sit down with Rebecca Engle—an award-winning author, disability advocate, and education policy expert—whose journey from invisibility to impact is both inspiring and transformational. With four global literary awards to her name and a fierce dedication to systemic change, Rebecca shares her personal story of resilience, identity, and what it means to stop hiding and start thriving.Once a young woman who wore a jacket every day to shrink into the

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E181: Guided by Intuition: The Path to Healing and...

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2025/05/14

In this enlightening episode, we welcome Shillpi, a modern-day spiritual alchemist, clairvoyant, and psychic guide with over 22 years of experience in the healing arts. Shillpi has spent over two decades helping others transmute life’s challenges into wisdom, unlock soul-level transformation, and awaken their true spiritual potential.Her mission is to guide seekers on a journey of self-discovery, using ancient wisdom and intuitive insight to help them embrace the alchemy of the soul. Shillpi's work

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E 180: From Prison to Purpose: One Father’s Fight to...

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2025/05/12

In this raw and deeply honest conversation, G. Mykal Olson shares his powerful story of falling from a successful international business career to sitting alone in prison—brought down by addiction. Mykal doesn't hold anything back as he opens up about how addiction destroyed his life and family, and what it took to begin rebuilding from rock bottom.Now, through The Life Forge, Mykal is on a mission to help other fathers break free from the grip of addiction, reconnect with their families, and stop

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E 179: “Somatic Healing for ACoAs: Stop Toxic...

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2025/05/09

If your inner voice sounds more like a bully than a best friend, this episode is for you. I explore how the inner dialogue of Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACoAs) is often shaped by early dysfunction—and how to begin shifting that voice from criticism to compassion.In this episode, you’ll discover:Why your self-talk sounds the way it does (and why it’s not your fault)A powerful tactic to “nip it in the bud” the moment negative self-talk shows upFour somatic practices that help quiet the inner

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E 178: Toxic Parents, Real Healing: Reclaiming Your...

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2025/05/08

In this empowering episode, we’re joined by Scotti Moser, a transformational coach who helps professional women overcome the lasting impacts of toxic and narcissistic parenting. Scotti shares how unresolved childhood wounds can silently sabotage confidence, relationships, and financial success—and how healing those wounds opens the door to more joy, authenticity, and prosperity.With compassionate insight and lived experience, Scotti walks us through the journey of rediscovering your voice, setting

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E 178: Healing the Adult Child: Jill Krzyzanowicz on...

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2025/05/06

In this deeply moving and eye-opening episode, we sit down with Jill Krzyzanowicz—known to readers by her pen name, Margo Reilly—as she shares her powerful story of transformation, healing, and hope. After decades in public education, Jill now uses her voice and platform to inspire others to release the victim mentality and take ownership of their healing journey.Jill opens up about growing up as an adult child of dysfunction—navigating childhood violence, chaos, and trauma—and how each sibling can

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E 176: "Breaking Free from Dysfunction: Choosing...

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2025/05/01

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Lisa Lacy for an honest, soul-filling conversation about what it really means to grow up in dysfunction—and how to reclaim your life on your own terms. Lisa shares her personal journey through a health scare that became the catalyst for deep transformation, authenticity, and choosing joy over survival mode.We dive into the themes that define this podcast:🌀 Breaking free from the roles we were forced to play🧠 The power of breath and nervous system

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E 175: “Somatic Healing for Survivors: Breathwork...

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2025/04/29

In this powerful and heart-opening episode, I sit down with Nicoletta Puccini, founder of Chameleon Breathwork LLC, a trauma-informed breathwork facilitator and somatic healing guide. With over 15 years of experience in therapeutic yoga, somatic modalities, and conscious breathwork, Nicoletta shares how the body stores trauma—and more importantly, how we can safely release it.We explore how breath and facial release can become daily tools for anyone navigating the impacts of trauma and abuse

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E 174: Beyond Survival: How to Align Your Mind for...

Adult Child of Dysfunction ·

2025/04/26

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Kelly Tallaksen — a board-certified hypnotist, instructor for the National Guild of Hypnotists, president of their Long Island chapter, and holder of both a Doctorate Degree in Metaphysical Hypnosis and a PhD in Holistic Life Counseling. Kelly shares her deep insights into the different levels of consciousness and how the protective mechanisms of the mind, while well-intentioned, can often keep us stuck in cycles of limitation.Drawing from her extensive

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E 173: Boundaries & the Authentic Self: Why Saying No...

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2025/04/24

In this empowering follow-up to my conversation with Dr. Michelle Montero, we dive deep into the intimate connection between healthy boundaries and living as your truest, most authentic self. So many of us—especially adult children of dysfunction—grew up learning to shape-shift, people-please, and suppress our needs just to survive. But here’s the truth: boundaries aren’t walls—they’re bridges. They connect us back to who we really are beneath the masks.I’m unpacking:Why honoring your "no" is

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E 172: Boundaries and Breakthroughs: Mental Strength...

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2025/04/23

In this powerful and insightful episode, we sit down with Dr. Michelle Montero, licensed clinical psychologist and founder of Alchemy Performance Consulting, LLC. Based in Chicago, Dr. Montero brings a unique blend of expertise in both clinical and sports psychology, specializing in trauma-informed care, athlete mental health, performance enhancement, and emotional intelligence.While her professional background is rich and multifaceted—spanning work with at-risk youth, elder care, and elite

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E 171: The Neuroplasticity Hacks: 5 Simple Strategies...

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2025/04/22

In this empowering follow-up to my interview with George Haymaker, we dive even deeper into the science—and hope—of neuroplasticity. If you’re an Adult Child of an Alcoholic or grew up in any kind of dysfunctional environment, this episode is your reminder that you are not broken—you’re wired for survival. And the beautiful news? You can rewire those survival patterns into pathways of healing and self-trust.We unpack how the brain forms habits through a loop of stimulus → response → reward, and how

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E 170: Neuroplasticity and the Power of...

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2025/04/21

In this episode, we’re joined by George Haymaker — a certified neuroconstructionist coach, neuroeducator, and former entrepreneur with a powerful story of transformation. After building and leading several successful companies over three decades, George found himself battling a life-threatening addiction to alcohol and opioids. At his lowest point in 2013, he was consuming up to 50 Vicodin and two bottles of vodka per day. That crisis became the turning point that led him into rehab, recovery, and

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E 169: Dysfunction, Decisions & the Daily Reset You...

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2025/04/17

What if you could shift from chaos to calm in just a few seconds? In this powerful and energizing episode, Tif Loeffler joins us to explore the magic of micro-moments—those tiny shifts that pull us out of stress and into presence. Whether it's practicing a focused gaze that leads to a spontaneous yawn (and a nervous system reset), or choosing to celebrate who you are right now, Tif reminds us that you do have a choice—even when it feels like you don’t.This episode isn’t about pretending stress

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E 168: Reclaiming Joy: Why Fun and Creative...

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2025/04/16

In this solo episode, I’m diving into something that hits close to home—the struggle so many of us face when it comes to allowing ourselves joy, fun, and creative expression. If you grew up in a household shaped by alcoholism or dysfunction, you may have learned early on that survival came first—and playfulness, imagination, and lightheartedness often took a backseat.Following my beautiful conversation with Patricia O’Brien about the magic of intention and creative living, I wanted to explore why

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E 167: The Power of Choice & Creative Expression...

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2025/04/11

In this heart-centered conversation, Patricia O’Brien invites us to explore the deep magic of intention and creative expression as pathways to reclaiming personal sovereignty. Blending coaching, science, and mysticism, Patricia reveals how art—in all its forms—is not just a form of expression, but a powerful means of communication that unlocks healing, reflection, innovation, and spiritual connection.Patricia encourages us to live with deliberate choice, using creativity as a compass to reconnect

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E166 : From NASA to Natural Healing: Mayim Vega’s...

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2025/04/10

In this enlightening episode, Mayim Vega, a former NASA Computer Scientist turned Holistic Healer, shares her inspiring journey from the tech world to holistic health. After facing a personal health crisis that traditional medicine couldn't resolve, Mayim founded Arukah.com - The Holistic Life Academy in 2009 to help others unleash their inner healers.Mayim's work empowers doctors, nurses, and medical professionals, as well as individuals without medical backgrounds, to become confident and

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E165: Living with an Invisible Disability: How...

Adult Child of Dysfunction ·

2025/04/09

In this inspiring episode, we’re joined by writer, speaker, and paraeducator Michelle Steiner, who shares her powerful story of resilience and determination while living with an invisible disability. Diagnosed with a learning disability in kindergarten, Michelle faced academic and social struggles early on—and was often told what she couldn’t do.But Michelle refused to let the limitations others placed on her define her future.Against the odds, she earned her bachelor’s degree in Community

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E164: The Power of Boundaries: Using Self-Defense to...

Adult Child of Dysfunction ·

2025/04/07

In this powerful episode, we welcome Elicia Ybarra, a women’s self-defense instructor, lifelong martial artist, and fierce advocate for survivors of abuse. Elicia shares her deeply personal journey of growing up in a dysfunctional environment, seeking refuge in martial arts, and later facing exploitation within that very space.Rather than letting these experiences define her, Elicia reclaimed her power—unlearning harmful patterns, setting firm boundaries, and using her voice to uplift others

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