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July 31, 2023 117 mins

The family scapegoat is the load bearer. Often the individual who bears the brunt of blame, criticism, or negative attention within the family system, and they might be made to feel responsible for everyone's issues or problems. They are often expected to be the pillar of support and to shoulder the burdens of others without receiving much emotional support or acknowledgment in return. This role can be emotionally taxing and may result in the person feeling overlooked or taken for granted. It's important to recognize and address such dynamics within families to promote healthier relationships and ensure that everyone's needs are met.

In this deeply heartfelt episode of Life Herself, we have the honour of hosting Jason Touray, the inspirational founder of Black Unicorn. Jason has had a remarkable journey, having faced numerous challenges growing up, including a dysfunctional family unit, the absence of his biological father, and the burden of being the family's pillar since a young age. He candidly opens up about his experiences as being the family's scape goat, his struggles with childhood traumas like sexual abuse, and how he is now discovering and setting new boundaries to find healing in both his personal and professional life.


Show Notes:

1. From VP of People to Entrepreneurship:

  • Discover how Jason's roles as VP of People shaped his understanding of human dynamics and relationships.
  • Learn about the turning point that led him to embark on the path of entrepreneurship and founding Black Unicorn.

2. Early Life and the Load Bearer Role:

  • Jason reveals his childhood experiences, growing up without his biological father's presence and being raised by a violent stepfather.
  • Share his emotional journey of shouldering the responsibility as the family's "load bearer" from a young age.

3. Unveiling Childhood Traumas:

  • Jason bravely opens up about the traumas he endured, including experiences of sexual abuse, and how they impacted his life and relationships.

4. Setting New Boundaries:

  • Engage in a heart-to-heart conversation about Jason's process of recognizing the need for boundaries, both in his personal and professional life.
  • Explore the steps he took to establish healthy boundaries with family and colleagues.

5. Healing and Triumph:

  • Discover how Jason's journey of self-discovery and boundary-setting has contributed to his healing process.
  • Uncover the resilience and strength he found within himself to overcome the challenges he faced.

6. Empowering Others:

  • Learn about Jason's passion for empowering others.
  • Hear about the initiatives he has undertaken to make a positive impact in the lives of those around him.

Conclusion: Join us for this profound episode of Life Herself, where Jason Touray shares his life's story, filled with resilience, triumph, and a pursuit of healing. Through his journey from being a load bearer in a dysfunctional family to the founder of Black Unicorn, Jason's experiences serve as a powerful testament to the human spirit's capacity to overcome and grow. Don't miss this deep and heartfelt conversation that will leave you inspired and reflective about your own life's journey.


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