Mirror Moments: Do We Treat Parents As They Treated Us?

Send us Fan MailEver found yourself obsessively focused on just one passion, unable to balance multiple loves in your life? You're not alone. In this heartfelt episode, I open up about my personal struggle with balancing my thriving agency career and my beloved podcast—a challenge that speaks to anyone who's ever felt torn between different callings.My journey through what might be an "addictive personality" tendency reveals itself in patterns beyond work—from binge-reading book series to fixating on specific foods—before suddenly losing interest. This exploration of hyperfocus offers valuable insights for those who recognize similar patterns in their lives, while showcasing how I've finally found a more graceful balance by simplifying my approach to both passions.The conversation takes a thought-provoking turn when I share a powerful observation: "How your kids treat you when they no longer need you to survive is exactly how they felt treated when they needed you to survive." This sparks a deeper examination of parent-child relationships and how childhood experiences shape our adult connections. Rather than dwelling in blame, I advocate for understanding that our parents did their best with the tools they had, while recognizing our power as adults to break cycles and create healthier relationships.Looking for more Steel Rose content? Tune in this weekend for three live episodes featuring fascinating guests discussing infertility and other important topics. Catch them on LinkedIn or YouTube, Saturday morning with Erica Hoke, Saturday evening with Elizabeth Kipp, and Sunday with Rebecca Lyon. Have you experienced similar struggles balancing multiple passions? I'd love to hear your story and how you've navigated these challenges.Support the showLove this content? Check out our links below for more!Linktr.ee ContentInstagramYouTubeJenny's LinkedIn