In this solo episode, Jennifer Lehr, LMFT, expands on the powerful themes from Episode 1 — diving deeper into the roots of attachment wounds, emotional safety, and the lasting effects of narcissistic parenting on our ability to trust and connect.
Drawing on her experience as a licensed therapist and her conversation with Miette, Jennifer explores how early emotional injuries shape our adult relationships — and what we can do to begin healing. With clarity and compassion, she offers guidance on vulnerability, honest expression, and building trust.
This episode is for anyone who grew up feeling unseen, unsafe, or unsure how to express their needs — and who longs to create deeper, more authentic connections in love.
💗 Topics Explored:
How attachment wounds form in childhood
The impact of narcissistic parents on emotional development
Why emotional safety is essential in love
Listening without judgment to build trust
Using self-soothing to manage relationship anxiety
Honesty and vulnerability as tools for deeper connection
How assumptions can sabotage intimacy
The importance of understanding your partner’s inner world
Chapters
00:00 Exploring Attachment Wounds and Relationships
07:41 The Importance of Honest Expression in Relationships
09:05 Introduction to Weconcile and Relationship Building
09:06 The Importance of Communication in Relationships
🎯 Keywords:
attachment wounds in relationships, healing childhood trauma, narcissistic parenting effects, emotional safety in love, building trust in relationships, self-soothing techniques, vulnerability and connection, therapist podcast on love
📲 Hashtags:
#AttachmentHealing #EmotionalSafety #NarcissisticParents #RelationshipTrauma #SelfSoothing #HonestCommunication #TheYearningHeartPodcast #JenniferLehrLMFT