How Childhood Trauma Shapes Us—And How We Heal As Individuals and a Nation | Phyllis Levitt | The Making of Me

How does childhood trauma shape the adults we become—and the society we live in?In this deeply insightful conversation, renowned psychotherapist and author Phyllis Levitt draws from over three decades of clinical experience to reveal how the emotional wounds of childhood continue to show up in our relationships, behaviors, and even our collective systems as a nation.She explores the powerful connection between individual healing, family systems, and societal patterns, showing how unresolved trauma is often passed down and repeated across generations—and what it truly takes to break those cycles.This conversation offers a compassionate and eye-opening perspective on healing, resilience, and transformation, both personally and collectively.🧠 In this episode, you'll discover:How childhood trauma shapes adult emotions, behavior, and relationshipsThe role of family systems in passing down unresolved painWhy personal healing is deeply connected to collective and national healingHow cycles of dysfunction repeat across generations and societyWhat it takes to begin real, sustainable emotional healingThe importance of compassion, awareness, and self-understandingIf you’ve ever wondered why certain patterns keep repeating in your life—or in society—this conversation will give you a new lens of understanding and hope.🔗 Learn more about Phyllis Levitt’s work:https://phyllisleavitt.com/🔗 Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/phyllis-leavitt-630179255/📌 Don’t forget to:👍 Like this video if it resonated with you🔔 Subscribe for more meaningful conversations💬 Comment below — Do you believe healing individuals can help heal society?#Healing #Trauma #Psychotherapy #MentalHealth #PhyllisLevitt #MakingOfMePodcast #ChildhoodTrauma #EmotionalHealing #InnerWork #PersonalGrowth #CollectiveHealing #Wellbeing #AmericaInTherapyUpdated Full YouTube Description