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Toxicity Toolkit 6 – Week 2 – Family Bill of Rights
In Week Two, families are encouraged to establish a Family Bill of Rights based on their values. Creating this Bill, alongside Family Expectations, promotes a shared foundation, fostering dialogue and investment in family principles. Visual reminders of these agreements can enhance family interactions, reducing toxicity and encouraging positive behavior among members. Continue reading
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5) I Wanna Play
The post “I Wanna Play” by Protyus A. Gendher reflects on the author’s experiences with isolation and societal exclusion throughout childhood and adulthood. Through evocative poetry, the author expresses longing for acceptance and understanding while critiquing the arbitrary social rules that dictate belonging. Ultimately, they seek to redefine the game rather than conform to it. Continue reading
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96) Let Them Ch 2-Part 2
The review discusses the emotional reactions triggered by Mel Robbins’ book, “Let Them,” highlighting the author’s insights on narcissism and personal healing. It emphasizes the need for self-reflection, recognizing one’s triggers, and understanding narcissistic behavior while navigating relationships. The author aims to break cycles of narcissism through awareness and accountability. Continue reading
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35) The Panopticon
The content discusses the concept of the Panopticon and its implications in everyday life, reflecting on how surveillance influences behavior. It shares personal anecdotes of growing up in a community where individuals constantly monitored each other, leading to anxiety and a sense of inescapability. The narrative highlights the psychological effects of such a surveillance culture. Continue reading
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Toxicity Toolkit 5 – Week 1 – Family Values Exercise
The content focuses on a family values exercise designed to foster a positive home environment by establishing shared values. Family members collaboratively identify and prioritize core values, reassessing them annually to accommodate growth. The exercise promotes inclusivity, giving everyone, including younger members, an opportunity to contribute and reflect on their needs and values. Continue reading
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4) Family Scapegoat Syndrome with Video
The author reflects on Family Scapegoat Syndrome, discussing its cyclical nature and the psychological effects on individuals within dysfunctional family systems. They emphasize the importance of accessing social theories for healing and the struggle to break free from these cycles. Healing involves acknowledging all roles played and embracing self-worth beyond familial approval. Continue reading
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Toxicity Toolkit 3 – The First Month
The first month of the Toxicity Toolkit program focuses on reducing toxic behaviors within families. Weekly exercises encourage journaling, reflection, and confronting personal toxicities. Participants must be open to feedback and willing to engage in introspection for improvement. Resistance is common but signifies the need for change towards healthier relationships. Continue reading
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65) Asking For Help
The narrator recounts the trauma of asking for help in a system where mandatory reporting revictimizes those needing help. Continue reading
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3) My Cult of Origin
The author explores the concept of “normal” as defined by family upbringing and experiences, using The Cult of the Ego to detail their childhood in a Colorado family shaped by strong patriarchal figures and specific behavioral expectations. The narrative highlights the impact of familial dynamics, traditions, and the importance of mentorship, alongside elements of affection,… Continue reading
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Toxicity Toolkit 15 – Week 9 – Love Bombing
The Toxicity Toolkit addresses toxic behaviors that affect relationships, arising from various life experiences. It acknowledges that everyone displays toxic traits and aims to provide exercises for families to combat toxicity and cultivate healthier communication. The toolkit emphasizes recognizing toxicity, employing dialectical behavioral therapy, and fostering a positive environment for growth. Continue reading
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Toxicity Toolkit 2 – Build Your Toolkit
The content serves as a comprehensive guide for utilizing The Toxicity Toolkit, detailing a structured approach to building a toolkit over three months, divided into weekly segments. It emphasizes the availability of audio resources and encourages feedback on harmful content, promoting awareness of privilege in the process. Continue reading
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33) Man Hating
In the 1990s, gender dynamics were marked by a struggle between men asserting dominance and women fighting for recognition. Popular media reflected this tension, while feminism emerged as a counternarrative. Personal experiences showcased deep-seated frustrations with sexism, highlighting the emotional toll and societal expectations placed on women during that era. Continue reading
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2) The Cult of the Ego – Revisited
The Cult of the Ego examines how power dynamics shape individual behavior and societal structures, enabling a bodied understanding through the examination of dynamics of the interactions among children on a playground. The author reflects on personal experiences within mini cults of family and social hierarchies, urging self-examination regarding compliance and the reinforcement of power… Continue reading
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32) Sisters Part Three
The narrative explores the author’s complex upbringing under a mother who employed strict, dog-training-like tactics to mold her children, often indulging in power struggles. This led to emotional manipulation and gaslighting, impacting behavior and self-worth. The author reflects on the environment that fostered validation through parenting methods devoid of empathy. Continue reading
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Toxicity Toolkit 1 – Start Here
The Toxicity Toolkit addresses toxic behaviors that affect relationships, arising from various life experiences. It acknowledges that everyone displays toxic traits and aims to provide exercises for families to combat toxicity and cultivate healthier communication. The toolkit emphasizes recognizing toxicity, employing dialectical behavioral therapy, and fostering a positive environment for growth. Continue reading
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