Our brains are wired in childhood. From infancy to adolescence, the interactions we have with caregivers build neural pathways that shape emotional regulation, stress response, and social understanding. Simply put, the way your parents talked to you, responded to your needs, and treated your emotions helped you form your core beliefs about the world.
Were your feelings acknowledged? Were your boundaries respected? Did you feel safe enough to express yourself? These early experiences influence how we manage conflict, handle intimacy, and interpret other people’s behavior as adults.
When the parental bond is secure and supportive, it gives children a solid foundation for self-confidence and resilience. But if that bond is fractured—through inconsistency, emotional neglect, or authoritarian control—it can lead to long-lasting emotional wounds.
