Govind & Jasleen on Healing Family Trauma and Forgiveness | The Dad Project | Episode 13

In this deeply emotional episode of The Dad Project, siblings Govind and Jasleen open up about their turbulent childhood growing up in a household marked by parental conflict, alcohol abuse, and emotional trauma. Together, they explore: ⦿ The long-term impact of witnessing domestic tension ⦿ How childhood shaped their views on relationships and masculinity ⦿ Why Jasleen became a “defender” of her mother ⦿ Govind’s battle with commitment, emotional openness, and therapy ⦿ The rare chance they had to reconnect and forgive their father before he passed away Their raw, honest conversation sheds light on how unresolved generational trauma can influence how we love, cope, and grow and how empathy, communication, and sibling support can be powerful tools in healing. Whether you're navigating family dynamics, reflecting on your upbringing, or trying to break toxic cycles, this episode offers hope and perspective. 00:00 Intro 00:49 Sibling dynamics growing up 04:17 Living through parental conflict 08:04 Early trauma and emotional scars 13:05 Seeking therapy and healing 16:46 Understanding their father’s past 20:59 Impact on adult relationships 24:53 Cultural expectations and stigma 28:34 Fatherhood, regret, and reconciliation 32:34 Advice for men on the brink 36:01 Reconnecting as siblings 41:07 Defining modern masculinity 46:05 Emotional openness in relationships 51:50 Forgiveness, grief, and growth Follow The Dad Project Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedadprojecthq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedadprojecthq TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedadprojecthq YouTube: @thedadprojecthq X (Twitter): https://www.x.com/thedadprojecthq LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-dad-project/ 🔔 Subscribe to hear more courageous stories breaking the stigma around men’s mental health.