EP14 | How to Avoid Raising Codependent or Narcissistic Children

In today’s bestie session, I’m sitting down with Regina Roche, my absolute favorite LPC with over 30 years of experience in therapy and consulting. In this episode of Random Thoughts - Some Useful, we dive deep into how to avoid raising codependent or narcissistic children. Regina brings her wealth of knowledge and experience to help us understand child development, from the womb to adulthood, and how our actions as parents and community members impact the next generation. We also cover the spectrum of narcissism and codependency in children, how to be a conscious parent, and the importance of fostering healthy emotional growth. Whether you’re a parent, coach, or just passionate about understanding childhood development and preventing toxic relationship dynamics, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn: • The impact of early development on a child’s personality • Key differences between narcissism and codependency • How to avoid unknowingly fostering unhealthy behaviors • Conscious parenting tips for raising emotionally resilient kids • How to support children’s development from infancy to adulthood Don’t miss this insightful discussion on how we can raise the best humans possible while avoiding the pitfalls of toxic traits. Thanks for tuning in to Random Thoughts - Some Useful with your host, Jen! Empowerment coach, cancer survivor, and passionate advocate for mindset, faith, and business growth.    If today’s episode touched your heart, remember there’s always help available. The Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 is available 24/7, and for those facing domestic abuse, you can reach the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. You don’t have to go through this alone. If you found value in today’s conversation, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your community!  Follow me on Instagram @ApotheCaringJen for daily inspiration, practical tips, and faith-centered content. Let’s keep the high-vibe energy going—tag me in your posts and join the conversation! Keep speaking life into your dreams, and I’ll see you next time!