Are Childhood Family or Cultural Patterns Keeping You Stuck?

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  Have you ever felt responsible for managing a parent’s emotions—keeping them happy or preventing their anger, fear or sadness?

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  • A.
    Yes
  • B.
    Yes, but my parent(s) were (or are still) facing certain difficulties.
  • C.
    Not really
  • D.
    No
• 2.
  Do you secretly feel like something is wrong with you or that you are inherently flawed?

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  • A.
    Occasionally, but not often
  • B.
    No
  • C.
    Frequently, but not all the time
  • D.
    Yes
• 3.
  Do you frequently worry about or monitor other peoples' feelings, thoughts or moods?

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  • A.
    If I’m concerned about someone, I usually ask them directly instead of worrying or overthinking
  • B.
    Yes, I do that often
  • C.
    I find myself obsessing about what others are thinking or feeling
  • D.
    Every once in a while
• 4.
  As a child, did you feel love depended on meeting your parents’ expectations?

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  • A.
    100%!
  • B.
    Sometimes
  • C.
    No
  • D.
    A good amount of the time
• 5.
  Do you feel a sense of emptiness inside?

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  • A.
    Never
  • B.
    Sometimes
  • C.
    Yes, I feel like this often
  • D.
    Almost always
• 6.
  Did you feel responsible for protecting your family’s image or reputation?

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  • A.
    I don't even know what that means!?
  • B.
    100%
  • C.
    I mean, we were expected to be clean and well-mannered if that's what you mean?
  • D.
    Sometimes to Often
• 7.
  Do you find yourself drawn to people you feel the need to help, fix, or rescue?

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  • A.
    Yes, but I really feel like it is a coincidence, I don't want that
  • B.
    Not usually
  • C.
    No
  • D.
    Yes, all the time
• 8.
  Growing up, did you have a parent/caretaker who was hot and cold and you never knew what version of them you were going to get?

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  • A.
    Not at all
  • B.
    Yes, they ran hot and cold and I noticed that they acted differently in front of others - polite and charming - but were harsh and critical when it was just the family
  • C.
    They could be a little moody sometimes
  • D.
    I often did not know what to expect from my parent/caregiver on any given day
• 9.
  Do you tend to do everything yourself without asking for help? Are you considered highly independent?

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  • A.
    No, I'll take all the help I can get
  • B.
    100%
  • C.
    I prefer having a partner to share the load
  • D.
    I want help, but it’s easier to handle things on my own
• 10.
  As a child, did your parent/caretaker welcome your individuality or expect you to always agree with them or be on the same page?

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  • A.
    It didn't really feel like they cared either way
  • B.
    Yes, I was encouraged to have my own opinions, ideas and passions
  • C.
    Disagreeing was really not allowed — I always felt judged or criticized, and I couldn’t have my own opinions without being made to feel foolish
  • D.
    I could have my own opinions except on a few sensitive topics like politics or religion
• 11.
  Do you notice yourself giving advice and input to other adults when they haven't asked for it?

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  • A.
    Only when I feel they need it
  • B.
    Yes! It's my way of helping and showing that I care
  • C.
    I intervene only when it feels essential for their well-being or safety
  • D.
    I make it a practice to ask if someone wants my input or advice before offering it.
• 12.
  Growing up, did you feel like you were allowed to express your feelings, wants and needs?

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  • A.
    Yes
  • B.
    I kept my thoughts and feelings to myself to avoid ridicule, embarrassment, or punishment
  • C.
    Expressing my needs or feelings as a child often led to being ignored so there was really no point
  • D.
    Most of the time
• 13.
  Did you grow up with a parent or caretaker who was chronically ill, addicted, exhausted, or who struggled with mental health issues?

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  • A.
    Yes
  • B.
    No
  • C.
    Off and on
  • D.
    I'm not sure

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  You show a strong sense of self, free from most family or cultural conditioning that might otherwise hold you back.

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  You scored on the lower end, which suggests you’re likely not heavily influenced by dysfunctional childhood family patterns as an adult.That being said, if you’re here because you’re struggling, know that you deserve support and healing. If somatic work resonates with you, you’re in the right place.Wounded family systems aren’t the only way we can become disconnected from ourselves. Other forms of trauma—whether from childhood or adulthood—can also leave deep imprints, creating painful disconnection from who we truly are. Culture itself can contribute to disconnection and leave the imprint of trauma.. Many people feel pressured to repress their feelings, needs, or identity when cultural stereotypes, prejudices, or systemic barriers don’t align with who they truly are. Racism, sexism, homophobia and other forms of bias are traumatic and can leave deep imprints, leading us to distance ourselves from our authentic self in order to cope.This is where somatic work can be profoundly healing. By reconnecting with the body and integrating all parts of the Soma, we begin to restore wholeness, reclaim our authenticity, and cultivate a deeper sense of freedom and belonging.Molli Burkett is a Somatic Coach who supports healing into freedom from family and cultural conditioning.The Greek word "Soma" means the body as a whole—embracing all of who you are. It’s about consciously experiencing the body and recognizing its deep intelligence beyond the mind. Connecting with the Soma helps set the mind free. Molli’s approach guides individuals in releasing patterns, stories, and behaviors shaped by family and cultural patterns, dysfunction and trauma by helping them reconnect with their authentic selves. She has witnessed clients step into a fully embodied way of being, cultivating self-trust, genuine self-love, and a deep sense of ease in their own skin. This alignment naturally fosters healthier, more meaningful relationships across all areas of life—from love and family to work, play, and, most importantly, the relationship we have with ourselves.Extra resources to help you with your healing journey:1. Visit me at my website2. Visit My Resource Page where I list online resources, organizations and book recommendation Molli Burkett Somatic Coaching Resource Page3. Follow me on Instagram for quick doses of inspiration and healing.Come for a complimentary Zoom session and see if Somatic Coaching resonates with your healing journey.Feel free to reach out by clicking the ‘Connect With Me’ button below, and we can find a time to meet!
• 2.
  Your results suggest that some old family or cultural patterns may still be present, but healing and freedom await as you gently release what no longer serves you and come home to your true self.

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  Your score suggests that some childhood patterns and beliefs may continue to affect parts of your life, potentially creating challenges, blocks and disconnection.Your results suggest that patterns formed in childhood through family or cultural conditioning may still be affecting you today—but awareness is the first step toward freedom!Some aspects of your family may have been healthy and supportive, while others were challenging or harmful. The effects of these dynamics can strongly influence how you experience yourself, your relationships, and the patterns you carry into adulthood. Growing up with caretakers who were unavailable due to illness or addiction, unable to validate and mirror your emotions and needs, or who showed stronger narcissistic tendencies often leads children to develop coping mechanisms that feel necessary at the time but don’t serve them well later in life. Over time, these coping patterns can create a painful disconnection from the body’s wisdom, leaving us feeling cut off from our true selves. Here is where somatic work can be a game changer.The somatic healing journey combines an approach of somatic integration, skill building through coaching and somatic practices. Embracing an embodied way of living cultivates self-trust, deeper self-connection, and genuine self-love. This profound alignment results in healthier, more meaningful relationships–not just with ourselves, but in every aspect of life, from love and family to work and play. It’s a shift that has the potential to transform life at its core. Molli Burkett is a Somatic Coach who supports healing into freedom from family and cultural conditioning.The Greek word "Soma" means the body as a whole—embracing all of who you are. It’s about consciously experiencing the body and recognizing its deep intelligence beyond the mind. Connecting with the Soma helps set the mind free. Through somatic coaching, I help people release patterns and behaviors rooted in family and cultural dysfunction, reconnecting them with their authentic selves. In this embodied way of living, clients often discover greater self-trust, genuine self-love, and deeper connections—leading to healthier, more meaningful relationships in every area of life, from love and family to work and playExtra resources to help you with your healing journey:1. Visit me at my website2. Visit My Resource Page where I list online resources, organizations and book recommendation Molli Burkett Somatic Coaching Resource Page3. Follow me on Instagram for quick doses of inspiration and healing.Come for a complimentary Zoom session and see if Somatic Coaching resonates with your healing journeyFeel free to reach out by clicking the ‘Connect With Me' button below, and we can find a time to meet!
• 3.
  These results suggest that family or cultural conditioning has deeply influenced how you see yourself, relate to others, and navigate life’s challenges—but healing, freedom, and reclamation are fully possible.

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  Your results indicate that childhood family or cultural conditioning may have created a traumatic imprint—one that’s kept you caught in painful or limiting patterns. The good news is that awareness is the first step toward healing, reconnection, and reclaiming your freedom.It can feel confusing to hold both truths—that there were good aspects of your childhood home, and yet something was also off, leaving you with lasting scars. These mixed dynamics can profoundly shape how we experience ourselves, our relationships, and the patterns we carry into adulthood. When caretakers are unavailable due to illness or addiction, unable to validate or mirror a child’s emotions, or display stronger narcissistic traits, children often develop coping mechanisms that help them survive—but later become restrictive. Over time, these adaptive patterns can create a painful disconnection from the body’s wisdom, leaving us feeling cut off from authenticity and inner truth. This is where somatic work becomes a powerful pathway back to ourselves.The somatic healing journey combines an approach of somatic integration, skill building through coaching and somatic practices. Embracing an embodied way of living cultivates self-trust, deeper self-connection, and genuine self-love. This profound alignment results in healthier, more meaningful relationships–not just with ourselves, but in every aspect of life, from love and family to work and play. It’s a shift that has the potential to transform life at its core. Molli Burkett is a Somatic Coach who supports people in healing into freedom from family or cultural conditioningThe Greek word "Soma" means the body as a whole—embracing all of who you are. It’s about consciously experiencing the body and recognizing its deep intelligence beyond the mind. Connecting with the Soma helps set the mind free. Through somatic coaching, I help people release patterns and behaviors rooted in family and cultural dysfunction, reconnecting them with their authentic selves. In this embodied way of living, clients often discover greater self-trust, genuine self-love, and deeper connections—leading to healthier, more meaningful relationships in every area of life, from love and family to work and play.Extra resources to help you with your healing journey:1. Visit me at my website2. Visit My Resource Page where I list online resources, organizations and book recommendation Molli Burkett Somatic Coaching Resource Page3. Follow me on Instagram for quick doses of inspiration and healing.Join me for a complimentary Zoom session and see if Somatic Coaching resonates with your healing journeyFeel free to reach out by clicking the ‘Connect With Me’ button below, and we can find a time to meet!