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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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E245: 10 Things to Say Or Not To Say When Someone You...

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2025/11/27

🎙 Podcast Episode SummaryIn this heartfelt follow-up episode to last week’s powerful conversation with bestselling author and breast cancer survivor Cara Lockwood, we shift the focus to the people standing beside those who are hurting — the friends, family members, and loved ones who want to help but often don’t know what to say.This episode explores what to say — and what not to say — when someone you love is facing grief, devastating diagnoses, addiction, or emotional loss. With compassion and

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E 244: Laugh, Heal, Repeat: Finding Joy After a...

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2025/11/21

Bestselling author Cara Lockwood has made readers laugh, cry, and swoon through more than 35 books — including the USA Today bestsellers The Takeover and I Do (But I Don’t), which became a Lifetime Original Movie starring Denise Richards.But in 2023, during a routine mammogram, Cara’s life took a sharp turn when she was diagnosed with Stage 1 HER+ breast cancer. After a double mastectomy, chemotherapy, and reconstruction, she went into remission in 2024 — and turned her journey into something

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E 242: The Power of Horses: Stress Management and...

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2025/11/19

Sue Willoughby is an Equus Coach®, intuitive guide, and reinvention expert who helps women over 40 reconnect with their inner wisdom, release what no longer serves them, and step into a more authentic, aligned life—through the powerful presence of horses.In this episode, Sue walks us through what actually happens in an Equus Coaching session and explains why working with horses is such a profound tool for stress relief, self-awareness, and emotional regulation. She shares insights on how

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37:05

E 241 Healing the Generational Storm: Connie Davis on...

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2025/11/17

In this powerful episode, Connie Davis, Co-Founder of Inspire.World Foundation and Chief Post Traumatic Growth Officer, shares her inspiring journey of transforming trauma into wisdom. A widow, ICU survivor, and certified WIDP practitioner, Connie helps Adult Children of Dysfunction and trauma-impacted women recognize survival patterns, rewire their nervous systems, and rediscover their inner light.From childhood experiences of abuse, abandonment, and parental PTSD to navigating loss and rebuilding

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E: 240 A Little Deeper into The 5 Stages of Grief:...

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2025/11/13

In this powerful solo episode, we continue the conversation sparked by my recent interview with grief and loss coach Katy Parker — but this time, we’re taking a closer look at one of the most well-known (and misunderstood) grief models: the Five Stages of Grief.We’ve all heard them — denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance — but what do they really look like in everyday life? And what if you’re not experiencing them “in order”?In this episode, we’ll explore:✨ Why grief isn’t linear —

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Ep 239 How to Find Hope Again: Practical Healing...

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2025/11/12

In this powerful and heart-centered episode, we sit down with Katy Parker — a trauma-informed well-being writer, grief and loss coach, and mental health mentor who is changing the way the world understands invisible grief.Katy shares her personal journey as a trauma survivor and chronic pain warrior, and how her lived experience inspired her to support others navigating the emotional wounds that aren’t always seen or acknowledged. Through her Journeyofsmiley blog, PTSD: My Story Project, and Grief

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E238: Akashic Records Explained: Clearing Ancestral...

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2025/11/09

In this episode, we sit down with Sarah Stray, founder of Boxless Coaching, an Akashic Record Healer and Soul Recalibration Coach who helps people clear ancestral patterns and reconnect with their inner knowing.After more than 20 years in the nonprofit strategy world, Sarah followed a quiet inner tug toward something deeper. What began as burnout evolved into a spiritual awakening—guided by energy work, synchronicities, and the loving presence of her grandmother. That path eventually led her to the

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E 238: When Life Feels Impossible: Helen Ngo on Pain,...

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2025/11/06

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Helen Ngo — speaker, writer, and courageous truth‑teller who is sparking honest conversations about loss, grief, and the messy path toward healing.After the sudden deaths of her boyfriend, niece, and best friend, Helen didn’t just lose people she loved — she says she “lost her Self (with a capital S).” What followed were twenty years of what she calls “zombie‑ing through life”: surviving the day-to-day through hyper‑independence, workaholism, and

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E 236: Recovering from Trauma Through Bodywork,...

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2025/11/03

In this powerful and inspiring conversation, we explore the profound impact of childhood trauma on adult life with special guest Blanca Rodriguez — speaker, educator, best-selling co-author, and CEO of Wounded Healer, LLC. With more than two decades of experience as a licensed massage therapist, Blanca offers deep insight into how trauma isn’t just a memory — it lives in the body.Blanca shares her personal journey from silence and pain to empowerment and purpose, demonstrating that healing is not a

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E 235 From Conflict to Connection: Building Stronger...

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2025/10/31

In this episode, we sit down with Dan Sneider, an experienced therapist dedicated to helping couples cultivate deeper intimacy and stronger emotional bonds. Dan shares insights into why intimacy often wanes over time and explores the common patterns and conflicts that can challenge even the strongest relationships.We discuss his signature program, The Intimacy Shift, a comprehensive framework designed to guide couples from a state of conflict to one of lasting connection. Dan explains how couples

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37:48

E 234: Trust Your Gut: How Intuition Guides Your Life...

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2025/10/28

In this episode, we explore the profound world of intuition with Linda Eastburn—entrepreneur, author, real estate investor, and intuitive guide. Linda shares how intuition serves as a powerful dialogue between the subconscious and conscious mind, offering guidance that can transform both personal and professional decisions.We dive into practical strategies for cultivating and trusting your intuitive abilities, including tuning into bodily sensations, noticing “gut feelings,” and documenting

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E233: Finding Your Voice: The Healing Power of...

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2025/10/24

In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, we explore the transformative power of storytelling as a pathway to healing, connection, and empowerment—especially for women and mom entrepreneurs. Our guest, Naciba Nizamudeen, a passionate mompreneur and podcast strategist, opens up about her personal journey into podcasting and how sharing her story became a lifeline during her struggles with postpartum depression and identity loss.Naciba beautifully articulates how storytelling bridges the gap between

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E 232: The Soul Chiropractor: Aligning Energy,...

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2025/10/21

In this illuminating conversation, we’re joined by Dr. Tanya English, widely known as The Soul Chiropractor. With over 35 years of experience in healing arts—including chiropractic care, energy work, and music—Dr. English shares her wisdom on bridging emotional and physical wellness through vibrational healing.We explore how music serves as a powerful tool for transformation, helping individuals process grief, release emotional blockages, and reconnect with their inner strength. Dr. English

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E 231 : Breaking Generational Patterns: Healing and...

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2025/10/19

In this episode, we sit down with Alyssa Scarano, Founder and Clinical Director of The Collective Therapy & Wellness, to explore the deep impact of childhood trauma, generational dysfunction, and the transformative power of relational healing. Known for her empathetic and compassionate approach, Alyssa shares how her work helps individuals reconnect with themselves, cultivate self-compassion, and build authentic, meaningful relationships.We discuss:How generational dysfunction shows up in the

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E 230: Healing the Part That Resists: Transforming ,...

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2025/10/17

In this episode, we dive deep into the powerful and often misunderstood concept of internal resistance — that invisible force that keeps us from taking action on the things we truly want. Joining me is Kam Knight, a distinguished mentor, international speaker, and bestselling author known for his groundbreaking work on mental, emotional, and physical performance.Kam unpacks the psychological roots of resistance, explaining how our own brains can work against us — manifesting as procrastination,

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E 229: The Sound of Healing: Rob Tonkin on Music,...

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2025/10/15

In this raw and deeply introspective episode of Adult Child of Dysfunction, host Tammy Vincent sits down with Rob Tonkin — musician, author, and survivor — for a powerful conversation about the long shadow of trauma, the art of self-reflection, and the courage it takes to transform pain into purpose.Rob opens up about his life journey and the inspiration behind his boldly titled memoir, “Asshole,” a candid and thought-provoking exploration of how our wounds can shape our identities — sometimes

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E 228: Spiritual Healing After Childhood Trauma:...

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2025/10/13

In this powerful episode of Adult Child of Dysfunction, Tammy Vincent sits down with Cheryl Stelte — spiritual coach, healer, and bestselling author — for a deeply moving conversation about transformation, empowerment, and spiritual growth.Cheryl shares her personal story of being abandoned in the hospital as a newborn and how this early trauma shaped her lifelong quest for healing, self-understanding, and divine connection. Through her 30+ years of experience in spiritual development and energy

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E 227: Healing Generational Wounds and Reclaiming...

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2025/10/08

In this powerful episode of Adult Child of Dysfunction, Tammy sits down with Becky Nieves, a transformational coach and self-proclaimed cycle breaker, to unpack the deeply personal and courageous journey from trauma to empowerment.Becky opens up about her own experiences with generational trauma and the defining moment when she made the difficult choice to cut ties with her narcissistic father — an act that became the catalyst for her healing and her purpose-driven mission to help other women

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E 226: Manifestation in Motion: Aligning Mind, Body,...

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2025/10/07

A profound exploration of manifestation unfolds as Elizabeth Planson, an esteemed intuitive spiritual mentor and sole purpose activator, delves into the deeper essence of this transformative practice.Far beyond the surface-level interpretations popularized by “The Secret,” Elizabeth invites listeners to rediscover manifestation as a heart-centered, embodied practice—one that integrates spiritual awareness with daily intentional living. Drawing from her personal journey and early teachings within her

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E 225: The Courage to Heal: Reclaiming Voice and...

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2025/09/30

In this episode, we sit down with Amanda Carrasco—“Amanda the Brave One”—a family survivor of homicide and sexual assault who has transformed her unimaginable pain into a mission of hope, healing, and justice.Amanda is not only a global business owner, speaker, consultant, and in-house legal counsel for a nonprofit—she is a powerful voice for survivors and justice-involved individuals. Through her lived experience and practice of restorative principles, Amanda has learned how to rise above trauma,

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