Psychology
Jay Shetty Reveals Mother's Protective Love Shielded Him from Childhood Trauma
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
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What was said
"My mother's love was this protective shield that when I look back on it, I think, how do I not have any cuts on me? And how do I not have any scars? And where are my battle wounds? And the beautiful part of that is you realize your mother's love protected you, but then you also realize that maybe your mom took some of those wounds for you."
In conversation with Melissa Wood, Jay Shetty credited his mother's unconditional love as the source of his inner peace despite a difficult childhood. He reflected on how her nurturing created a protective barrier against trauma, though it came at a personal cost to her. This revelation offers insight into the foundations of Shetty's renowned mindfulness teachings.
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- Programme
- On Purpose with Jay Shetty
- Episode
- The Simple Question That Makes Every Decision Easier (Use THIS Daily Framework To FINALLY Get Unstuck)
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- 1:35
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