Breaking Generational Trauma: Adoption, Identity, and Emotional Healing

Therapist and host Malisa Hepner welcomes Mike Elliott for a meaningful discussion on trauma, attachment, and the long-term impact of early life experiences. Mike shares his story of being adopted twice and how those experiences influenced his identity, relationships, and emotional development.

This episode explores how unresolved trauma can shape adult relationship dynamics, the role of self-awareness in healing, and why emotional availability is more nuanced than we often assume—especially when it comes to men. Through honest reflection and storytelling, this conversation offers insight into breaking generational patterns and building healthier connections.

Write down one belief you hold about yourself in relationships (e.g., "I'm hard to love"). Then ask: "Where did I learn this?" Challenging inherited beliefs is a key step in healing attachment wounds.

Mike's links: Website, Insta, The Sacred We Podcast

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