Denise reflects on how childhood performances, driven by a desire for love, shaped her understanding of self. She explores the profound connection between early experiences and identity formation. #childhood #identity #performance #selflove,. #childhood #performance #identity #selflove #validation, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #denisebard, #childhoodabuse, #dysfunction, #familydynamics, #familydysfunction, #love, #mentalhealth, #mentalhealthpodcast, #inspirational, #inspirationalpodcast