418 | Absorbing Love: How Our Fathers Shaped Our Emotional Blueprint

Have you ever stopped to think about how you learned love — not through words, but through what you absorbed from the men who raised you? In today’s episode, Tyra explores how our early experiences with father figures — whether tender or tough — shaped our emotional language. Together, we unpack what it means to redefine love on your own terms and give yourself permission to want softness, consistency, and presence. This week’s Affirmation is: “I deserve softness — in how I speak to myself, how I love, and how I’m loved in return.” 3 Biggest Takeaways Love is often absorbed, not taught — and that impacts how we show up emotionally. You’re allowed to crave love that feels emotionally safe, expressive, and affirming. Redefining love for yourself isn’t betrayal — it’s healing. Join The Refill Room: Our Exclusive Subscriber Only Hub https://app.redcircle.com/shows/84f884fe-819e-43b6-b877-ad8ad08f986e/exclusive-content Visit my Food Blog: www.TyrasTable.com Resources Alexis’ ‘Feeling My Shelf’ Newsletter: https://www.feelingmyshelfnewsletter.com/ 50 side quests to do this year - https://we.tl/t-gmLxjREKx4 Listen to the For Life’s Rainy Day Playlist Wanna give therapy a try? Use BetterHelp: https://rebrand.ly/6ulm6zk Try The Calm App https://rebrand.ly/21n4tre COMMUNITY CONNECTION FORM: https://forms.gle/m4AD2YaYbGhd8gEv6 Sign Up for our Newsletter! Shop the AFBG Merch! Ask a Question Send me a message: affirmationsforblackgirls@gmail.com Our P.O Box: TYRA MORRISON P.O. BOX 674 NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA 91603 Please Rate, Review, and Subscribe to the podcast to always hear the latest affirmations from your favorite Black Girl! Follow Us on Instagram: Affirmations for Black Girls Insta Follow Us on Youtube: Affirmations for Black Girls Youtube Follow Us on Tiktok: Affirmations for Black Girls Tiktok Follow Us on Threads: Affirmations for Black Girls Threads The links above may be commission links Our Sponsors: * Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com * Check out Chime: https://chime.com/AFFIRMATIONS * Check out MasterClass: https://masterclass.com/AFFIRMATIONS * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code AFFIRMATIONS for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/affirmations-for-black-girls/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy