Josh Connolly: It’s Them, Not You - Break Free from Your Toxic Past | Wisdom Stripes #021

Most people spend years trying to escape their childhood pain or family dysfunction, but they’re missing a critical step - seeing their experience in its entirety. In this episode, I’ve had a reflective conversation with mental health advocate Josh Connolly, who shared profound insights about healing from setbacks and toxic family dynamics. Remember: You’re not broken. You’re responding to life with the tools you have. And better tools are waiting when you’re ready! If you’ve liked this episode, share this video because you never know whose life you’re impacting. Connect with Josh Connolly: Get Josh Connolly’s book, “It’s Them, Not You”: https://bit.ly/4ktmMOb Listen to "Dysfunctional" on all your favorite platforms! YouTube: https://bit.ly/3QLNK60 Spotify: https://bit.ly/4byfnZR Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/43iIY7D Connect with Josh Connolly: Website: https://bit.ly/4bxmIZU YouTube: https://bit.ly/3R75FEF Instagram: https://bit.ly/41qIKbZ TikTok: https://bit.ly/41IUJTA Facebook: https://bit.ly/3QJzM4P LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3Dkjg84 Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:48 Wisdom from Josh Connolly 04:57 Emotional Avoidance and Understanding Truth as Different Perspectives 10:00 Battling against Alcoholism 12:54 Experiential Wisdom Gained from Overcoming Alcoholism 19:18 Connectedness with Our Inner Wisdom 23:43 Children Get the Worst of Us 28:07 The “Sandwich Generation” as the Tide Turners 32:41 Children are Meant to be Scathed for Transformative Growth 36:38 Getting Kickbacks and Overcoming Them 40:36 What Came First: Clarity or Teaching? 45:23 Pattern Recognition and Synthesis 51:09 Making The Conscious Decision to Go Public and Help Other People 56:54 Impact of “Nacoa” in His Life 58:14 Josh’s Next Frontier 1:00:09 Last Last Piece of Wisdom from Josh 📕Meg Tuohey is a renowned expert in relationships, leadership, and personal growth. Learn more about her mission and how she is changing lives here: https://bit.ly/3NtUF24 🎓Shatter emotional barriers and reclaim your power with The Wisdom Lab, designed for women seeking profound breakthroughs in personal growth and emotional healing.: https://bit.ly/4eI8S7N 📰 For more information on Wisdom Stripes with Meg Tuohey, visit: https://bit.ly/3U9V5OZ 📺Watch the "Wisdom Stripes" podcast every Thursday at 5 AM EST on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3BO3Mbk 📱Connect with Meg Tuohey: Instagram: https://bit.ly/4f6B0AW Facebook: https://bit.ly/3BILKXU TikTok: https://bit.ly/4f7M8he LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hbXJOb Subscribe To: https://www.youtube.com/@makingrelationshipswork7250 🎙️Download “Wisdom Stripes” podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Yp2vjP 🎙️Download “Wisdom Stripes” podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4f8xTsj 🚨DISCLAIMER: The Wisdom Stripes podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. The host, Meg Tuohey, shares personal stories, experiences, and knowledge aimed at helping listeners gain new insights for personal growth. However, the content is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not use the information as a replacement for consultations with qualified mental health, medical, or other professionals. If you are seeking professional help, please consult with a licensed specialist.