303: Navigating Emotional Triggers in Marriage Rooted in Father Wounds with Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield

Are father wounds unknowingly impacting your emotions in marriage? Sometimes, we do not realize where our emotional triggers in marriage come from, and today, we are shining the light on them. Join us as counselor Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield discusses how we can heal from father wounds and build emotional confidence along the way. 

This episode discusses some heavier topics, so please take care of yourself and reach out for support or sit with the Lord if you feel triggered and extra tender after listening. 

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[04:23] What Are Father Wounds?

[07:20] How to Know if a Struggle is Rooted in a Father Wound

[12:01] “The Father Wound Has a Strong Origin in Satan Himself”

[15:40] How Can We Break The Generational Cycle of Trauma?

[21:37] What Are The Signs of Father Wounds in Marriage and Parenting?

[24:43] The Importance of Addressing These Wounds

[27:29] Using The “HEAL” Acronym to Work Through Bitterness and Anger Towards Our Fathers

[34:48] Alicia’s Reflections: If This Was Triggering For You, Take Some Time to Take Care of Yourself Today and Reach Out For Additional Support if Needed

RESOURCES:

Tired of up-and-down feelings stealing your peace, sabotaging your relationships, and filling your mind with self-defeating thoughts? If so, make sure to get my new book, “Emotional Confidence: 3 Simple Steps to Manage Emotions with Science and Scripture”.

Connect with counselor Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield

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