The story of Julia illustrates how shame can silently shape our lives – regardless of cultural background. It shows how old patterns repeat in relationships and how true healing begins with learning to love yourself and finding a home within.

One key takeaway is the importance of prioritizing yourself first, then your relationship and partner, and only then your children. Because children learn not from being overprotected, but from witnessing their parents love in a healthy way – and that example helps them grow into strong adults capable of loving right.

In this episode, Carrie and Henrik explore Julia’s story of shame, rebuilding and the path toward loving your partner & children by first loving yourself.