– 05:19] Opening SegmentI introduce the guest, Kevin Strauss.Kevin shares about his background and childhood lifeHe grew up in the upper-middle class.Experience bullying.He grew up in a very loving and supportive family but at the same time very critical and judgemental. Kevin talks about the question he asked himself since he was little until now.Who do I want to be?Why do I do what I do?Why do other people do what they do? The effect of growing up in a judgemental and very critical family as a childThe constant feeling of ‘I am not good enough and never be’[05:20 – 12:14] The Common yet Critical Parenting Mistake.Kevin talks about the pressure and societal norm of judging people for being emotional, especially for men.Being emotional is not a negative thing, and it is part of being a human.Kevin talks about the common mistake of parenting that causing trauma and insecurity to children.Joke around that would negate and minimizes their feelings.It is not physical pain but emotional pain.Why is it has to be that way, just because it has always been that way?Kevin talks about how parents’ insecurity could be transferred to their children through sarcasm and jokes that negates their children feeling.Childhood emotional trauma could cause people to get right into a toxic relationship.The constant shaming and criticism could cause a major impact on a person’s emotional health.The little things that could trigger a trauma[12:15 – 21:57] The Importance of Pure Social Connection Kevin talks about the study of how disconnected parents are from their children.The sign of emotional health struggleany behavior that is destructive or extremely constructive from your childrenTheir behavior is the sign of their emotional need are not being met Kevin talks about the transition to college and adulthoodHe had homesick issues.The social support network that helped him through college.The Oprah effectThe loneliness and isolation that people feel even when they have a partner or familyWe have to listen and care, but it is hard to listen when you do not feel heard and valued.Kevin talk about the importance of pure social connection.Tweetable Quotes:“For some reason, we need that pure social connection, that's a basic human need as air, water, and food.” Kevin Strauss.“The constant shaming and criticism could cause a major impact on a person’s emotional health.” - Kevin Strauss.“Look for any destructive or over-constructive behavior of your children, because it could be a sign that their emotional need is not being met.” - Kevin Strauss.Find out more and connect with Kevin on LinkedIn.Surviving to Thriving is brought to you by Knight Protection Services. A veteran-owned and operated company, Knight Protection Services employs a diverse group of former law enforcement officers and military veterans of the highest integrity, with extensive experience in risk assessment and crime prevention. Find out more by visiting  https://knightprotectionllc.com/.For More Information About Surviving To Thriving:  http://tothriving.org/