Growing Up In A Dysfunctional Family | How to deal with toxic family relationships

Today we are joined by Erika Dittmer, an actress, singer, lecturer, and author of the book 'Butterfly'. Erika has devoted her life to spreading the message that enduring a toxic family environment can be profoundly traumatic, yet it is possible to break free from its grasp. She approaches her traumatic memories from a place of love and forgiveness. Please note, certain segments may contain content that could be unsettling for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised
Timestamps
00:00 Welcome to the Embarrassing Diary
01:05 Meet the Author
03:20 Passage from the Book ‘Butterfly’
05:30 How the book came to life
07:46 A brief background of the family’s generational trauma
10:25 The book through the lens of an abusive relationship
11:18 Life as a Cirque lead singer and the perks of having the ‘perfect body’
12:49 How the book changed through time
13:32 Understanding autoimmune challenges and other psychological make ups
16:11 Finishing the writing of the book
19:34 Erika's family shares their critique regarding the book.
26:40 How the audience perceived the book
29:30 How the healing process started and Erika’s first encounter with ‘Fireworks’
35:39 The new portal that transformed Erika’s life
36:57 Erika’s upcoming book and projects
39:58 Subscribe to our channel!
Creator & Host: Zoe Ntonta
🎵Music credit: Produced by Johnathon M. Horner/ / @beatmekanik
Get In Touch with Erika:
Book (English Version): www.storytel.com/nl/books/but...
Book (Swedish Version): www.storytel.com/se/books/kam...
Facebook: / erika.rundberg.dittmer
Instragram: / erikadittmer
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[@beatmekanik]

Another job well done. A big thanks to the both of you for providing more insight and awareness about the complexities and dynamics of dysfunctionalism. A standing ovation and a tip of the hat. 👏🥂

[@the.embarrassingdiary]

Thank you so much for your kind words! Always a pleasure to see such supportive messages :)