Fragmentation of the sense of self maintains children’s attachment to abusive caregivers by disowning themselves as “bad” or “unlovable.”   This deeply painful failure of self-acceptance results in lifelong shame and self-loathing, difficulty self-soothing, and chronic dissociative symptoms and disorders.  Without internal compassion, it is difficult to take in the compassion and acceptance of others, complicating relationships. 

Abstract

Day One features a plenary workshop by Sandra Bloom and four 90 Minute Workshops.These presentations were originally presented as part of a live online conference in October 2023.