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EPISODE · Apr 17, 2026 · 50 MIN

Unlock Joy and Get Unstuck: Reconnecting with Your Inner Child!

from Imperfect Love

Do you have a healthy inner child or do unresolved childhood hurts and wounds keep you stuck? No matter how old (or young) you are, a process called "reparenting" can help you discover and work with emotions and wounds that may keep you entrapped in patterns that leave you hurting and unfulfilled. Today, I'm joined by Dr. Katy Cook, a top-notch inner child specialist who will guide us through the journey of getting to know, heal, and love that precious inner child within you. Dr. Cook is a psychologist, author, and co-founder of the Inner Child Care app. Topics discussed include secure attachment, insecure attachment, inner child healing, inner child work, reparenting, inner critic, criticism, self-worth, negative beliefs, self-doubt, imposter syndrome, validation, emotional abuse, neglect, childhood, parenting, healing, self-compassion, and self-talk. Please note that this episode contains sensitive material; listener discretion is advised. Emergency Assistance Details: If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please call your emergency services. In the US, 24/7 help is available by calling "911," "988" (Suicide and Crisis Hotline), or SAMSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). As applicable, additional resources may be provided in the show notes.Non-Emergency Online Mental Health Information: https://www.nami.org/support-education/nami-helpline/and https://odphp.health.gov/myhealthfinder/healthy-living/mental-health-and-relationships IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: No expert is offering medical or psychological direction or advice; the content is purely informational in nature. Please consult your physician or healthcare provider before undertaking any new regimen or procedure.Connect with Dr. Carla Manly:Website: https://www.drcarlamanly.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarlamanly/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drcarlamanly/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcarlamanlyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-marie-manly-8682362b/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_carlamanly_imperfect_loveTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_carla_manlyBooks by Dr. Carla Manly:Joy From Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your Friend Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships and Love FearlesslyAging Joyfully: A Woman’s Guide to Optimal Health, Relationships, and Fulfillment for Her 50s and BeyondThe Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached RelationshipsImperfect Love Relationship & Oracle Card Deck by Dr. Carla Manly:EtsyAmazonConnect with Dr. Katy Cook:Website: https://www.drkatycook.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkatycookFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61586197941963InnerChild: https://www.innerchild.careThe Psychology of Silicon Valley: https://www.amazon.com/Psychology-Silicon-Valley-Emotional-Unintelligence-ebook/dp/B07Z4LT5V8Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://drcarlamanly.com/

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