#78 How to Heal from Generational Trauma w/ Daniel Bilog
I was just having a conversation today about how incredible my grandmother was.
She lived a full life of 97 years. Her young adulthood was spent during WWII, working hard while supporting a big family, and eventually she migrated with her family from the Philippines to the US.
If you would have met her in her old age, you would have seen a tiny, frail woman, with hair as white as snow who sat peacefully in her chair observing the loved ones around her.
If you would have gotten to know her, you would’ve found that she is likely one of the strongest women you will ever meet.
My grandmother gave birth to 10 children. All separate births. And on more than one occasion, she was alone during labor!
No doctor.
No doula.
Nobody.
She explained to me that she called for help but no one was around to assist. So she did what she had to do, and relied on her instincts for the survival of herself and her baby she was delivering.
She lived modestly as a teacher in Palawan, Philippines. Her husband/my grandpa (pictured), traveled a lot for work and they both hustled to provide for their big family.
I’m in awe of this woman and the legacy she leaves behind. It’s an honor to be a descendent of someone as gritty, brave and strong as she is.
I carry the strength of my Grandma Josie and all of my other ancestors in my heart.
And even when there is nobody around, I know I can turn to them for courage and guidance when I need it.
In my interview with Daniel Bilog - men’s coach and hypnotherapist, he shares how looking through our ancestral lineage can help us find the clarity, freedom and self-awareness to direct our lives in intentional ways. That the trauma of colonization, wars, immigration and other adverse experiences generations before us went through were imprinted in their DNA passed onto us and can impact how we experience our lives today.
We also talk about masculinity and how it has gotten a bad rep over the years. He explains why he doesn’t use the word “toxic” to describe modern day masculinity, how men as a collective are evolving today and advice for men who want to become more conscious, empathetic and loving beings.
Take care.