Ep 8: The Guilt We Carry as a Parent and How to Begin Letting It Go

Naomi shares the challenges of parenting, especially the guilt that often comes with it. She explains how this guilt relates to our upbringing and generational trauma, which can create pressure to be perfect. Addressing parents who want to break this cycle, she emphasizes that feeling guilty can show we care, not that we are failing. Having grown up in a cult where obedience was mistaken for love, Naomi reflects on how this affected her parenting. She talks about the emotional wounds she is still healing, and shows how to focus on repairing relationships instead of seeking perfection.ABOUT THE HOST, NAOMI SPARKS:Naomi Sparks is a mom, wife, healing coach, and a cult survivor. She grew up in a tightly controlled religious cult in Northern California and spent years disconnected from her true self. Her work now centers around helping others reclaim their voice, heal generational pain, and step into wholeness without apology.QUOTE OF THE EPISODE:“Kids don't need a perfect parent. They need a present. One who's willing to own their mistakes, grow from them, and keep showing up. When we try to be perfect, we miss out on being authentic, and healing doesn't happen through perfection. “QUESTION TO THINK ABOUT:“What if protecting ourselves doesn’t mean we're being disrespectful?“CONNECT WITH NAOMI:Instagram: @theunapologetictruthhLET’S KEEP THE CONVERSATION GOING…If this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who needs to hear it. Your voice helps this space grow.❤ Thank you for being here. This space is yours too. You’re not selfish. You’re healing.This podcast is produced by ⁠AOLI.fm⁠.