Your 'Inner Child' Runs Your Life. Here's How To Spot It and Take Back the Wheel. | Dr. Galit Atlas
Summary
Dan Harris interviews psychoanalyst Dr. Galit Atlas, author of "Come Closer," to explore how childhood wounds shape adult relationships. Atlas identifies six inner child archetypes, such as the frightened and guilty child, explaining how these early survival strategies drive current behaviors. The discussion covers the "moral defense" of blaming oneself to maintain a sense of safety, the importance of reliable witnesses, and practical tools like self-compassion and internal dialogue to heal these deep-seated patterns.
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