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EPISODE · Jul 29, 2026 · 39 MIN

Why Your Childhood is Still Ruining Your Adult Relationships

from First Principles · host Adrian Wells

What if I told you that your 8-year-old self is sabotaging your relationships right now? In this episode, Adrian Wells breaks down the six unconscious habits rooted in childhood experiences that are quietly destroying your adult connections, and reveals the practical steps to finally break free. 🎯 What You'll Learn: • Why 70% of relationship problems actually stem from unhealed childhood patterns (and how to spot them in yourself) • The three "people-pleasing" behaviors that seem helpful but actually push partners away • A simple 10-minute daily practice that's helped thousands heal their inner child and improve relationships by 60% 👤 Perfect for: lifelong learners and anyone passionate about personal growth who keeps hitting the same relationship walls despite trying everything. 📍 Chapters: [00:00] Adrian Wells introduces the childhood-relationship connection [01:30] The six toxic habits you learned before age 10 [04:00] Why emotional neglect creates intimacy issues (even in "good" childhoods) [07:00] The people-pleasing trap that backfires every time [10:00] Inner child healing work that actually works [12:00] Your action plan for healthier relationships starting today This isn't therapy-speak or feel-good fluff. These are research-backed insights explained with the clarity you'd expect from someone who spent twelve years teaching critical thinking. You'll walk away with specific tools you can use immediately, not just awareness of your problems. 🔔 Never miss an episode: Follow First Principles on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and turn on notifications. New episodes drop daily, your next favorite insight is one tap away. 🔍 Topics: childhood trauma, relationship patterns, inner child healing, emotional neglect, people pleasing Find all episodes at First Principles ------------- Keywords: success psychology, ai dangers, leadership psychology Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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