Neverending Story?

In the first part of this candid two-part episode, host Tonje invites her brother Frode to join her for a heartfelt conversation about their childhood. Together, they explore the complexities of growing up in a family with violence, abuse and mental health issues.They start by reflecting on whether their memories of childhood are the same, sharing personal anecdotes and differing perspectives.Tonje and Frode delve into the dynamics of their family, discussing their own parenting style and the influence of their parents and grandparent's difficult past. They talk openly about the challenges they faced and the impact it had on their upbringing. With poignant honesty, Frode shares his natural response of anger, prompting a deeper exploration of the healing process within their family dynamic. Together, they offer practical insights and steps towards fostering healing and reconciliation.As they reminisce about their father's, today, very inappropriate Christmas cards and discuss the possibility of forgiveness, the conversation takes a serious turn.Frode's shares his emotional journey in coming to terms with the feelings of shame around Tonje's revelation of being sexually abused by their father. As they confront the pervasive shame associated with sexual abuse, Tonje and Frode courageously address the stigma that often surrounds survivors and their loved ones. They grapple with the weight of societal judgment, challenging the damaging assumption that Frode might also be an abuser by association.They grapple with difficult questions about their family history, including the distinction between a pedophile and a molester, and whether their father fit into either category.Join Tonje and Frode as they engage in a raw and honest dialogue about their shared past, seeking understanding and closure along the way. Stay tuned for Part 2, where they continue their exploration.After the episode you can hear the song “12 Days” from Tonje's newly released album “You Are”, with Unicorn.Learn more and listen to Unicorn here: www.unicorn.noVisit www.unicornvoice.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.