In this powerful and deeply personal episode (is there another way?!), Kristy shares her journey of navigating life with a PDA autistic profile and the profound impact of trauma and shame on her parenting.

We delve into the struggles of growing up without safety, the intergenerational trauma that shapes our lives, and the intense pressure of societal expectations. Through candid storytelling, Kristy reveals how she projected her unresolved trauma onto her children, perpetuating a cycle of shame and self-loathing. She discusses the transformative moment in her intensive therapy program for treatment-resistant PTSD, where she learned the crucial distinction between guilt and shame.

Join Kristy as she explores the path to liberation, self-acceptance, and the importance of modeling self-love and respect to our children. This episode is a testament to the resilience of the PDA spirit, though we are often told we are not resilient enough.. and the power of breaking free from the violent bricks of shame to become who we were always meant to be.

 

Key Topics:

 

- Living with a PDA autistic profile

- The impact of trauma and lack of safety in childhood

- Intergenerational trauma and its effects on parenting

- The difference between guilt and shame

- The journey to self-liberation and acceptance

- The importance of modeling self-love and respect to children

 

Resources Mentioned:

 

inTune Access Support: Family Collective http://www.kristyforbes.com.au/itas

 

Connect with Kristy:

 

Website: www.kristyforbes.com.au

Facebook: facebook.com/intunepathways

Instagram: instagram.com/_kristyforbes