Healing from Generational Trauma and Finding True Connection - Lori - SLAA Speaker

Laurie, a sex and love addict, shares how childhood trauma, including emotionally unavailable parents and an abusive father, led to a fear of intimacy and a pattern of seeking love in unhealthy ways. She describes her journey through a recovery program, highlighting the importance of building a relationship with a higher power and prioritizing self-care to overcome codependency and emotional dependency. The talk emphasizes that true connection with others begins with cultivating a safe and loving relationship with oneself, ultimately leading to intimacy with oneself, God, and others.