#409: Never Enough: Unpacking The Father Wound

09/19/24 • 21 min

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Our relationships often carry the imprints of our childhood, especially when it comes to the complex and generally unspoken father wound. In this first episode of a four-part series, I dive deep into how early experiences with our father figures — whether through absence, emotional distance, or even subtle disconnection — shape our adult relationships in powerful ways. We explore how these wounds manifest in patterns like seeking unavailable partners, feeling inadequate, or grappling with the fear of never being enough. By understanding these dynamics and the relational cycles they create, we can begin to shift from a place of pain toward healing and deeper connection. Resources: —Have a Question For Mark That You’d Like To Hear Answered on the Podcast? Leave us a Voice Note Here: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcast —Join My Online Community: http://markgroves.com/aligned —Get My New Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire: https://markgroves.com/book —Explore My Courses: https://markgroves.com/courses Follow me and my work here: —Subscribe to my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/markgrovestv —Follow my Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markgrovespodcast —Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://markgroves.com/newsletter —Subscribe to my Substack: https://markgroves.substack.com Find an archive of my work here: —Instagram - @createthelove: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove —Facebook - @createthelove: https://www.facebook.com/createthelove If you want to dive deeper into my content, search through every episode, find specific topics I've covered, and ask me questions, go to my Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves Themes: Childhood Trauma, Healing Father Wound, Emotional Healing, Father-Daughter Relationships, Father-Son Relationships, Relationship Patterns, Toxic Relationships, Emotional Unavailability, Self-Worth Issues, Overcoming Trauma, Relationship Healing, Inner Child Work, Generational Trauma, Parent-Child Dynamics, Attachment Styles, Fatherhood Impact, Healing From the Past, Emotional Connection, Personal Growth and Relationships Drop us a note at [email protected] for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello!
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#408: Can We Have Different Beliefs and Still Be Friends? with William Reusch

Critical thinking is an essential skill in today's divided world and in this conversation with educator and podcaster, Will Reusch, we explore why it's more important than ever. Will shares insights from his years of teaching – discussing the challenges of encouraging students to think critically about complex topics instead of passively accepting dominant narratives. We dive into controversial subjects like left-right dynamics, Trans rights, and the role of social media in shaping perspectives – highlighting how echo chambers and ideological capture fracture communities. Will's mission to create safe spaces for open dialogue and his upcoming initiative, Patterdox, are central to fostering curiosity and empathy in our increasingly polarized society. William Reusch has taught high school social studies in Los Angeles for nearly two decades in several schools that served very diverse populations. He is a University of Austin Mill Institute Teacher Fellow, has worked with organizations like Heterodox Academy, FAIR (Foundation Against Intolerance & Racism), Civic Spirit, and others in his pursuit to bring critical thinking to the world of K-12 & high school education. He is the host of the Cylinder Radio podcast and has expanded his educational reach to utilize social media as a way to promote viewpoint diversity and intellectual inquiry. William is now the founder and lead teacher of the educational platform Patterdox to serve homeschool communities as well as offer supplemental education for all teenagers in the area of social science. —Will’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willreusch —Will’s Website: https://williamreusch.com/ —Patterdox: https://patterdox.com/ —Will’s Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cylinder-radio/id1448662116 Resources From The Episode: —Julia Malott Podcast Episode: Transgender Politics and Gender Dysphoria: https://markgroves.com/episode/transgender-politics-and-gender-dysphoria-with-julia-malott/ —Harville and Helen's Podcast Episode: The Couple Who Changed How I Relate: Lessons from the Godparents of Love: https://markgroves.com/episode/the-couple-who-changed-how-i-relate-lessons-from-the-godparents-of-love/ —Harville and Helen's Book: Getting the Love You Want: A Guide for Couples: https://amzn.to/4bPqOuK —Michael Easter Podcast Episodes: From Scarcity to Intentionality: https://markgroves.com/episode/from-scarcity-to-intentionality-with-michael-easter/ & Why We Need Discomfort To Thrive: https://markgroves.com/episode/why-we-need-discomfort-to-thrive-with-michael-easter/ If you want to dive deeper into Mark’s content, search through every episode, find specific topics we’ve covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves Themes: Critical Thinking Skills, Will Reusch Podcast, Viewpoint Diversity, Education Reform 2024, Overcoming Political Divides, Left vs Right Debate, Breaking Echo Chambers, Ideological Capture Explained, Open Dialogue in Education, Fostering Curiosity in Students, Social Media Echo Chambers, Political Polarization Solutions, Free Speech in Classrooms, Empathy in Education, Imago Dialogue Model, Patterdox Critical Thinking, Bridging Political Differences, Thought-Provoking Conversations, How to Encourage Critical Thinking This episode is sponsored by: —BON CHARGE: Use code MARKGROVES to save 15% at http://boncharge.com/MARKGROVES —Organifi: Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off sitewide at http://www.organifi.com/createthelove Contact us at [email protected] for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello!
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#410: Cults, Diagnosis & the Danger of Mono-Minded Thinking with Britt Frank

Why do we get stuck in life and how do trauma and our mental health narratives play into that? In this thought-provoking conversation with neuropsychotherapist, Britt Frank, we explore the nuances of trauma, mental health labels, and the personal responsibility often overlooked in modern therapeutic discussions. Britt shares insights from her own experiences, diving deep into how trauma is often misunderstood or misdiagnosed, and how this affects our ability to heal and grow. Together we challenge the popular notion of trauma as an all-encompassing explanation for struggle and instead encourage an approach that blends empathy with accountability. From societal trends to gender identity, we tackle tough topics, making this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in navigating the complexities of human behavior and finding greater personal agency. Britt Frank, LSCSW, SEP is a licensed neuropsychotherapist and author of The Science of Stuck (Penguin Random House), named by SHRM, Esquire, New York Magazine, and The Next Big Idea Club as a must-read. Britt received her undergraduate degree from Duke University and her master’s degree from the University of Kansas, where she later became an award-winning adjunct instructor. Britt is a contributing writer to Psychology Today and her work has been featured in Forbes, NPR, The New York Times, Fast Company, Psych Central, SELF, and Thrive Global. —Britt’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittfrank/ —Britt’s Website: https://www.scienceofstuck.com/ —Britt’s Book: https://www.scienceofstuck.com/book —Britt’s Previous Podcast Episode: You’re Not Broken, You’re Just Stuck: https://markgroves.com/episode/youre-not-broken-youre-just-stuck-with-britt-frank/ Resources From the Episode: —Still Face Experiment: https://youtu.be/vmE3NfB_HhE?si=QivHWP9_jREexK3s&t=34 —Greg Lukianoff’s Book: The Canceling of the American Mind: Cancel Culture Undermines Trust and Threatens Us All―But There Is a Solution: https://amzn.to/3XDayrT —Sarah Baldwin Podcast Episodes: How to Somatically Rewire Your Past to Create Secure Attachment with Sarah Baldwin: https://markgroves.com/episode/how-to-somatically-rewire-your-past-to-create-secure-attachment-with-sarah-baldwin/ The Attachment Theory & Nervous System Connection with Sarah Baldwin: https://markgroves.com/episode/the-attachment-theory-nervous-system-connection-with-sarah-baldwin/ The Nervous System Explained with Sarah Baldwin: https://markgroves.com/episode/the-nervous-system-explained-with-sarah-baldwin/ If you want to dive deeper into Mark’s content, search through every episode, find specific topics we’ve covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves Themes: Trauma Healing, Mental Health Awareness, Britt Frank Interview, The Science of Stuck, Trauma vs Pathology, Overcoming Trauma, Personal Accountability in Therapy, Mental Health Labels, Gender Identity and Mental Health, Neuropsychotherapy Insights, Healing Childhood Trauma, Social Media and Mental Health, Trauma and Responsibility, Emotional Healing Journey, Navigating Gender Dysphoria, Trauma-Informed Therapy, Personal Growth Strategies, Breaking Free from Trauma, Healing and Accountability, Curiosity and Personal Growth This episode is sponsored by: —Cozy Earth: Use code MARK for 40% off sitewide at http://www.cozyearth.com —Qualia Life: Use code MARKGROVES to save 15% at https://qualialife.com/markgroves Contact us at [email protected] for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello!
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