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Emotionally Immature Parents: How They Shape Us (And How to Heal)
Alyssa Kushner, LCSW 10/2/25 Alyssa Kushner, LCSW 10/2/25

Emotionally Immature Parents: How They Shape Us (And How to Heal)

Many adults minimize their lack childhoods unmet needs, yet still carry the impact of emotionally immature parents. Learn the signs, the lasting effects, and how to begin healing and building self-trust.

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Healing doesn’t mean you’ll feel happy, positive or optimistic 24/7.⁣ ⁣ That’s not reality.⁣ ⁣ When we work on ourselves if means learning to ride the waves when life feels heavy. ⁣ ⁣ Resilience is built in the moments we allow ours Summer was SO fun I got a lot of trips and adventure and joy.⁣ ⁣ For me, October is about slowing down and recharging. Listening to my body, doing less, and staying put.⁣ ⁣ What is your intention this month?? #october #fallintentions
Our emotional needs aren’t “too much” or “needy” - they’re human. ✨⁣ ⁣ We all long for connection, belonging, honesty, play, and to feel truly seen and understood.⁣ ⁣ When these needs are met, we feel safe enough t Emotional exhaustion doesn’t always seem obvious.⁣ ⁣ Sometimes it shows up in quiet, subtle ways - like feeling drained after small interactions, craving space but not being able to rest, or losing interest in the things that once mattered to y Why do anxious and avoidant partners so often find each other? ⁣ ⁣ Honestly most of my clients find themselves in this dynamic (I’ve been there too). ⁣ ⁣ This push-pull cycle can feel magnetic at first, but over time it often leaves both partne
Immediately apologizing or over explaining is a sign of fawning.⁣ ⁣ Of course when it comes to loved ones - sometimes you do owe an explanation.⁣ ⁣ But you don’t have to give every single detail and over explain yourself to make your no valid⁣: Self abandonment vs self consideration⁣ ⁣ Self considerations is all about⁣ ✨ Validating your feelings and actually letting them out⁣ ✨ Acknowledging and expressing your needs⁣ ✨Prioritizing your authenticity ⁣ ⁣ And self abandonment can look like⁣ - When we’re in a state of shut down or freeze ⁣ ⁣ We want to slowly turn our system back online, reconnect with others safely, and sort of wake up our nervous system.⁣ ⁣ Gentle movement, engaging the five sense, and connecting with safe people o

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