In this episode of Trauma and Social Work: A Mother and Son Dialogue, we begin the next chapter in the OCTAVES Method: S is for Socialize,with a powerful reflection on the quote:

🗣️ "A healthy relationship begins with the relationship you have with yourself."

Tonya Octave, LCSW, and KJ Alexander explore what it really means to build meaningful connections, starting with the foundation of self-awareness, self-respect, and inner reflection.

We discuss:

• What defines a healthy relationship (beyond romance)

• How trauma, attachment wounds, and social conditioning impact how we relate to others

• Why inner dialogue shapes how we communicate, trust, and connect

• Tools for building stronger emotional boundaries, self-love, and relational insight

• How learning to be childlike, not childish, opens space for play, healing, and deeper bonds

This episode marks a shift into understanding socialization as a healing process, not just social activity.
Because healing relationships with others begins with coming home to yourself.

🎧 Tune in to explore how Socialize in the OCTAVES Method helps you transform connection from the inside out.

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