Generational Dysfunction

The Hero, the Lost Child, and the Scapegoat: Understanding Childhood Roles and Their Impact on Adult Relationships

The Hero, the Lost Child, and the Scapegoat: Understanding Childhood Roles and Their Impact on Adult Relationships

Why Childhood Roles Still Shape Us Today

Did you know that the roles you played in your family as a child are still influencing your relationships today, and it’s often in ways you don't even realize! Maybe you were the high-achieving Hero, the invisible Lost Child, or the blamed Scapegoat. Whatever the case, these roles shaped your emotional world and coping strategies. In this post, we’ll break down these three roles, why they develop, and how they can show up in your adult life and relationships.

Are Generational Emotions Holding You Back?

Are Generational Emotions Holding You Back?

Are generational emotions holding you back from having close, connected, relationship with your spouse and kids?But first, what are generational emotions? And, how do they get passed down? When a parent or caregiver is emotionally aware,  their emotions will stay with them.