Overcoming Generational Trauma 

Steven was a young man who had been living his life with a singular focus on his own happiness and desires. Unaware of the deeper issues and traumas within his family, particularly his father's alcoholism and the generational trauma that had plagued his family, Steven employed various coping mechanisms to deal with his emotional pain. He always put on a happy face, avoided discussing his struggles, and denied the issues at hand.

Over time, Steven experienced several boiling points that led to a breakdown of the walls he had built around himself. He began to realize that he needed to explore his emotions, identify his needs and desires, and confront the trauma of his upbringing. With a sense of fear and skepticism, Steven reached out to a coach to help him work through his emotions and establish a new relationship with himself.

Through working with his coach, Steven was able to identify his feelings, explore them, and vocalize them to others. He gained clarity on his career path, committed to his personal growth and development, and learned to sit with his emotions without judgment. He realized that he wanted to align his life more in line with his heart-felt intentions of being a passionate adventurer and fostering community.

Steven completed his Mind/Body Foundations journey with more self-awareness, confidence, and a sense of purpose. He was able to communicate his needs and desires effectively to those around him, and was no longer avoiding his pain and struggles. As he said, “I feel more equipped to handle my pain and struggles in a healthy way.” He had learned to prioritize his own well-being and was committed to his continued growth and transformation.