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Shades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose154 | How Trauma Affects Spiritual Growth and Intimacy with GodHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Have you ever found it challenging to connect with God, read your Bible, or just be still in His presence?
Maybe you’re struggling with feeling close to God, and you don’t know why. What if your trauma is getting in the way? Trauma isn’t just emotional or psychological—it affects the brain, including the prefrontal cortex, which plays a key role in spiritual discernment and impulse control. It also impacts how we perceive God and experience worship.
Today, we’re diving into how trauma can affect spiritual growth and intimacy wit...2025-06-2318 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose153 | How to Address Trauma Dumping in Yourself and OthersHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Today we’re diving into a topic that's important and highly relevant for many trauma survivors. We will shine a light on trauma dumping, what is it, why it happens, how to know if you are doing it, how to respond if it is happening to you, and how to be more mindful about our interactions in personal relationships.
Let's dive into this topic with grace, love, and an open heart.
We will explore how to tell if you are trauma dumping and how to stop doing it. What do you d...2025-06-1619 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose152 | Why Trauma is Not What You Think, and Yes, You Need to Address itHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
When I began working with people to help them heal from difficult childhood experiences, I began having more and more conversations at work and with people in general about childhood trauma. We would talk about their struggles, hopes and wishes as it relates to healing from the effects of childhood trauma.
One thing I began to see was a pattern of women not understanding, minimizing or even dismissing their traumatic experiences. The more I heard it, the more it breaks my heart to hear these lovely women say it, and I want to...2025-06-0919 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose151 | How to Conquer Purpose Anxiety and Learn to Shine with Annie MayfieldHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
My guest today is Annie Mayfield is a 4x Amazon best-seller, 6x author, and corporate account
Executive who graduated from Wofford College with a BS in psychology.
Annie is the host of the Made to Shine podcast, which has listeners in over 72 countries and was a top 10% globally streamed Spotify podcast in 2023. She has been featured in Forbes and the NYC Journal for her efforts to remind the younger generation how divinely loved they are so they may shine in all they do.
Today we...2025-05-2631 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose150 | Can You Control Your Life Better Than God?
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The idea of being in control can be intoxicating, especially for trauma survivors. At some point, many of us have tried to do God's job in running our own lives. And I totally understand why. The motive is often self-protection—we want to avoid feeling powerless again. It’s part of the hypervigilance that results from trauma.
But have you ever considered that your need for control might actually be exhausting you instead of protecting you? Could it be that God has something better for you if you loosen your grip?
Today, we’...2025-05-2019 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose149 | Your Inner Child Is Perfect, Your Inner Parent Needs Help with Kasia DoddHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
My guest on the show is Katarzyna "Kasia" Dodd, the founder of Inherence LLC, through which she pioneered the introduction of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) in Poland.
With EFT Kasia helps people explore the heart of their Inner Child, resolve deep-seated trauma, and understand the pivotal role of the Inner Parent—the protector and guide through life’s challenges.
On the show today Kasia dives deeper into how she uses this transformative approach with the perfect inner child, the wounded inner parent and how she helps clients gain balance between the two.
2025-05-1234 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose148 | Want to Get the Love, Joy and Discernment You Desire? Try ThisHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Many survivors of childhood trauma focus on what was done to them and the people who hurt them. They believe the key to healing, feeling joy and love is to have the person who wronged them confess, ask for their forgiveness, and make amends. These actions certainly help with the healing process, and thankfully, it is not the only way.
Today, I will share with you the Surprisingly Overlooked Path to Attaining Joy, Love, and Discernment.
I hope this episode blesses you.
Blessings and Love 😊
Jenniel
🌟Your N...2025-05-0521 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose146 | From Angry Daughter to Inspired AuthorEnjoy this replay.
Today I have a special guest, Nanci Lamborn, who shares about her experience of childhood sexual abuse and the anger she felt towards her mother, who did not support her and even blamed her for what happened.
Nancy will share the steps she took towards healing from her childhood trauma and her mother wound. Nancy also described what it took to move from being an Angry Daughter to an inspiring coach and author.
I hope this episode blesses you.
In Healing and Love 😊
2025-04-2832 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose142 | Removing Barriers to Mental Wellness in Christian BIPOC Communities with Margaret L. ConleyHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Enjoy this repeat of one of my favourite episodes:
Today, I have a special guest, Margaret L. Conley, to help raise awareness of how to approach mental wellness in Christian BIPOC Communities.
Margaret owns MLC Consulting, LLC, and is the President of Mending Life Concepts Empowerment Group, Inc., which focuses on serving marginalized populations at the intersection of spirituality and emotional wellness.
Margaret has produced an evidence-based and clinically aligned theological method designed for use by clergy, academics and clinicians to help lead the conversation around Faith-Based Trauma in ind...2025-04-1439 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose114 | The 5-Step Strategy for Approaching Your 2025 Goals As Christian WomenHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Today I share a repeat of the episode on why I no longer set New Year Resolutions and what I do instead.
I include my 5-step strategy for setting goals that ensure I have a win in every situation.
I hope this episode is supportive for you.
Blessings and Love 😊
Jenniel
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I hope this episode blesses and inspires you.
In Healing and Love 😊
2025-01-0617 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose93 | A Simple Hack to Identify and Address Threats and Fears Part 1Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
I want to introduce you to the acronym L.I.F.E.M.O.R.T.S.
This explains the nine types of threats that can cause a strong emotional reaction like fear or an unconscious, instantaneous stress response such as flight, flight, and freeze.
Understanding the different threats may help you better understand your sources of emotional outbursts or fear responses so you can defuse emotion in yourself. This will keep you from running on automatic reactions.
When you identify the threats you are afraid o...2024-10-2411 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose92 | How Your Anxious Attachment Style Affects Your Prayer LifeHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Have you ever considered that your attachment style could impact your prayer and spiritual life?
No?
Then, let me invite you into the conversation and provide some information on how to notice how your attachment style and prayer life are connected.
I will share some of the signs of an anxious attachment style, how it shows up in your spiritual walk and how to find healing.
I hope this episode blesses and inspires you.
In Healing and Love 😊...2024-10-2115 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose91 | How to Integrate Your Values in Your Life and HealingHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
This is the 2nd part of the values episode that I started last Thursday, so if you haven’t heard it, pop back over to episode 89 to get caught up.
I’ll continue today by sharing tips to Integrate Your Values in Your Life and Healing.
I hope this episode blesses and inspires you.
In Healing and Love 😊
Jenniel
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👉🏼 Download the Free Guide: 10 Signs You Need Inner Child Healing: And How it can Help Yo...2024-10-1707 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose90 | How to Address Childhood Emotional Neglect with Heart Doodling with Mukkove JohnsonHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Today I’m talking with Mukkove Johnson, a childhood trauma survivor who had all the signs of trauma and didn't know it for most of my life.
Mukkove has been studying and recovering from the impact of her trauma for nearly 30 years and as part of her healing, she developed Heart Doodles with Jesus to create safe spaces for the wounded places in her heart.
Now, Heart Doodles with Jesus are her favourite way to show self-compassion and connect with the Lord and she will be sharin...2024-10-1424 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose89 | How to Determine Your Personal ValuesHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Let’s talk about values. Are these still important in today’s world?
Understanding and aligning with your values as a Christian woman can be a powerful tool in your trauma healing. Today I’ll share some tips to help you identify your values so you can integrate them into your recovery process and everyday living.
I hope this episode blesses and inspires you.
In Healing and Love 😊
Jenniel
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What is it like to be emotionally mature, how do you know if you are emotionally immature?
Is that the same as being childish, childlike or operating from the perspective of your inner child?
So many questions, but don’t worry, I’ve got you.
I will be addressing all these and more and I’ll provide tips and strategies for addressing emotional immaturity.
I hope this episode blesses and inspires you.
In Healing and Love 😊
Jenniel
🌟Yo...2024-10-0718 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose87 | How to Activate Wise-Mind For Better Decision MakingHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Did you know that the mind has three states: the emotional, the reasonable and the wise-mind.
Everyone has each of these three states, but people tend to gravitate toward one over the other depending on their history or life experiences.
Today I will explain more about each state and give you some tips on operating in wise-mind.
I hope this episode blesses and inspires you.
In Healing and Love 😊
Jenniel
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👉🏼 Download the Free Guide: 10 Signs You Need...2024-10-0307 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose86 | How to Master Yourself and Magnetize Healthy Relationships with Dawn Rishárd
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Today I’m talking with Dawn Richárd about how to master yourself and magnetize healthy relationships. Dawn also shares her story about helping many couples heal their marriages, though she couldn’t fix her own and she chose to value herself over her marriage of 27 years, which led to divorce.
Now as a Conscious Love Coach and Transformational Love and Relationship speaker, she teaches people to heal from within and become the intimate partner they are searching for.
Look out for practical tips to enhance emotional regulation and...2024-09-3039 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose85 | How I use my Favourite Scriptures for Strength and Encouragement
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Scripture has a remarkable power to remind us of our identity in Christ, who Christ is, and how he manifests in our lives. It's a source of hope and inspiration, especially in times of struggle.
For women who experience trauma, it can be challenging to trust, feel protected and even love themselves.
They may feel like they do not even deserve good things, and it is helpful to turn to the work for the truth about all of the above.
Today I’ll share 5 of my favorite passages that encourag...2024-09-2609 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose84 | How Childhood Trauma can Groom You for Adult Domestic AbuseHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Today, I am speaking with Elisha S Lee, a dedicated Licensed Counselor with a deep passion for helping trauma survivors find healing and empowerment. Drawing from her own experiences as a Domestic Violence Survivor, Elisha brings a compassionate and empathetic approach to her work.
With a background in trauma-informed care and cultural competency, she is committed to providing individualized support to help clients navigate the complexities of their trauma and build resilience.
Elisha shares her story of being groomed to experience domestic abuse in her adult relationships, how she navigat...2024-09-2330 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose83 | 5 Alternative Way to Address Overthinking Part 2Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Today we look at part 2 of the tips for better decision-making
Overthinking is draining as it can consume significant time and energy, hindering your ability to focus on tasks. It can increase stress and anxiety and cause Paralysis by analysis, which prevents you from making timely decisions, leading to missed opportunities.
Let’s explore the final 5 tips to help you conquer overthinking.
I hope this episode blesses and inspires you.
In Healing and Love 😊
Jenniel
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2024-09-1909 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose82 | Why Procrastination is Not What you Think and Here's The Truth About ItHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Procrastination.
Just saying that word may make you cringe a little inside. Many women equate procrastination with laziness, unproductiveness, and time wasting, none of which sit well with ambitious or A-type personalities.
But what if procrastination had nothing to do with laziness or the other things I just mentioned? Curious?
Stay tuned, and we’ll explore this a bit more.
Today I would share the complexity of procrastination, how to identify it and address it at its roots.
I hope this episode blesses and inspir...2024-09-1620 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose81 | 5 Alternative Way to Address Overthinking Part 1
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Overthinking is essentially dwelling excessively on thoughts, ideas, or problems, often without reaching a conclusion.
It causes people to replay situations over and over in their minds, analyzing every possible outcome and getting stuck in a loop.
Overthinking is draining and can increase stress and anxiety. Today’s quick tips will give you 5 tips for better decision-making.
I hope this episode blesses and inspires you.
In Healing and Love 😊
Jenniel
🌟Your Next Steps🌟
👉🏼 Download the Free Guide: 10 Signs You N...2024-09-1208 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose80 | From Cop to Inmate to Christ-Centered Counsellor with Dr. Norm WielschHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
This month is National Recovery Month and my guest today is Dr. Norm Wielsch who was a police officer for over 26 years. During that time, he experienced many traumatic incidents. He shares his story of diagnosed with a neuromuscular disease that caused him to endure over 30 surgeries, which led to an opioid addiction.
Norm made some poor decisions that landed him in a federal prison. While in prison, Norm gained a master's and a doctorate in Christian counselling, and learned how God heals trauma.
He explains this in...2024-09-0940 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose79 | 5 Daily Practices to Make Each Day a SuccessHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Is it just me, or are you finding that life is becoming more distracting?
There is always something to think about, do, or solve. I was finding that my mind was getting preoccupied with all the things in my day and world, and it was robbing my peace.
At the end of the day, I felt like there were more things to do than I got done, and I did not like where my head was, so I decided to apply 5 daily practices that have shifted my mindset, giving me more...2024-09-0509 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose78 | Struggling With Anger? What You Need to Know to Manage it Better
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The movie Diary of a Mad Black Woman is one of many that does a good job of showing what can happen when a woman takes and takes without processing her emotions in a healthy way.
In many cultures, women are not encouraged to get mad, they are expected to remain poised, polite and in control, but often there is rage beneath what is seen because of all they are experiencing or have experienced.
We’re going to talk about anger today, the ways you struggle w...2024-09-0216 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose77 | 4 New Tips to Trust God When Life is Not so TrustingHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Today, let's talk about something real, something maybe a little raw: trusting God when life feels…well, not so trusting.
You've been hurt in the past, you’ve dealt with some heavy stuff, and now the idea of trusting anyone, let alone God, feels like a big, fat "NOPE!"
Been there, believe me. But here's the thing: I believe the healing journey for women of faith includes learning to trust God and his plan, and calling for our lives.
So, let's explore some ways to rebuild that trust, bit...2024-08-2913 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose76 | 4 Steps to Successful Change for Trauma Survivors with Dr Toni CooperHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Are you a trauma survivor looking to make positive changes in your life?
This episode is for you!
Today, I am speaking with Dr. Toni Cooper, a Christian psychologist specializing in helping women heal from abuse and trauma.
Dr. Cooper shares her wisdom on the unique challenges of change for trauma survivors and offers a practical 4-step framework to navigate the journey towards healing and growth.
In today’s episode, you will learn:
Why change can feel scary or difficult, even when it's for the bett...2024-08-2626 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose75 | 3 Tips to Better Attune to Your Body to Manage StressHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
I’m taking how to attune to your body for better stress management today. As Christian women, we're often called in a million directions – family, church, work, our passions.
It's easy to get overwhelmed, right? But hear this: taking care of yourself isn't selfish; it's essential! Because when we're stressed and depleted, how can we truly live out our calling?
I hope this episode blesses and inspires you.
In Healing and Love 😊
Jenniel
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👉🏼 Download...2024-08-2207 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose74 | You Want to Live Out Your Calling. But How Do You Figure out Your Calling?Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
You’ve probably heard this phrase bantered around a lot “live your calling” or “find your purpose”. These terms set people on this existential hunt to find the divine reason for their existence. But what does the term calling mean anyway, and more specifically, what does it mean to you?
Today, I’ll be talking about the two types of calling and what you can do to gain clarity on both.
I hope this episode blesses and inspires you.
In Healing and Love 😊
2024-08-1918 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, PurposeEp 73 | 6 Tips on Developing Empathy for Deeper ConnectionHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Opening your heart to others can feel downright scary when you've been hurt in the past.
The last thing you want to be is vulnerable, and this can impact your ability to show genuine empathy. Empathy isn't just about feeling someone else's pain; it's the bridge to a deeper connection, stronger friendships, and a more fulfilling life. Something that most trauma survivors crave.
So, let's explore 6 Tips for unlocking and developing empathy.
I hope this episode blesses and inspires you.
In Healing and Love 😊
Jenni...2024-08-1510 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, PurposeEp 72 | Pause and Rest...You ARE "Good Enough" with Jamie VollmoellerHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Do you have an insatiable desire to prove your worth, or are you constantly pushing yourself to showcase your abilities but never fully satisfied with your achievements?
This is a struggle for many women, who find it difficult to bask in the glory of their accomplishments even when they do succeed.
Today’s guest is Jamie Vollmoeller, a clinical therapist, radio show host, and mom with ADHD, who is on a mission to remind moms and parents that "you are good enough.
I hope this episode blesses you...2024-08-1235 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, PurposeEp 71 | 5 Quick Tips to Handle Conflict Without Using J.A.D.EHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Let’s talk about a topic that can leave us feeling drained and defeated: conflict.
Navigating disagreements can be tough, especially when you're carrying the baggage of childhood trauma and dealing with someone who likes a verbal tussle.
It is worth learning how to deal with conflict as you go through life, and I will share more about the acronym JADE and how to avoid it…to help you do just that.
I hope this episode blesses and inspires you.
In Healing and Love 😊
Jenniel
2024-08-0811 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, PurposeEp 70 | Lessons Learned from my First Year of Podcasting
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The Shades of Trauma Healing podcast had its official birthday on July 31st, and what a year it has been. If you’ve been with me from day one, you know a bit of my story, but if you’ve joined in later, know that launching this podcast was an obedient response to God’s call.
Along the way, I learned so much as I took the step towards this call from God. In today’s episode, I’ll share more about those lessons in hopes that they will encourage you as you answer God’s...2024-08-0519 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, PurposeEp 69 | 6 Tips to Address Self-Loathing and Learn to Accept YourselfHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Today, we're diving into a topic that can feel heavy, but trust me, it's one we all grapple with in some way or the other, so we need to talk about: self-loathing, and I’m going to provide 6 tips to help you address it.
I hope this episode blesses and inspires you.
In Healing and Love 😊
Jenniel
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Today I have a treat for you.
While I talk a lot about trauma on this podcast the main goal is to help you find healing so you can remove barriers that keep you from fully living out your true purpose.
My guest today knows all about this journey.
He is Dr. Peter Rios, a sought-after motivational keynote and conference speaker, lecturer, founder of Peter Rios Consulting, and author of the book Maximize: 12 Keys to Unlocking Your Greatest Potential.
Dr. Peter will share more about his book and hi...2024-07-2932 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose67 | Runaway Emotions Getting the Better of You? 6 Tips to Help You Regain Your ComposureHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Emotions are powerful forces.
They impact our experiences, drive our actions, and shape how we interact with the world. Emotions are vital to being human, but we don’t have to let them run wild and control our lives because that can be detrimental. You’ve got to take charge of how you feel and react.
Learning to control your emotions is not about suppressing them; it's about developing healthy ways to manage them for a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Listen in today for 5 tips to stay emotionally regulated.
2024-07-2511 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose66 | Honoring the Lived Experiences of Trauma Survivors through Somatic Therapy with Stephanie ScarminachHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
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My guest today is Stephanie Scarminach, an intuitive somatic practitioner who guides people through overcoming past trauma and back to their body’s natural wisdom
This was such a fun conversation where we talk about the benefits of Somatic Therapy for honoring the lived experiences of trauma survivors.
You will learn how to Somatic Therapy can help you and h...2024-07-2238 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose65 | Frustrated with your Blind Spots? 5 Tips to Develop Self-Awareness for A Happier LifeHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Do you ever feel stuck on repeat?
Like you're making the same mistakes or attracting the same drama over and over again? A lot of survivors feel that way and one way to address this is by looking at your blind spots.
Blind spots are those things we do not see about ourselves, but they show-up day after day – they include the thoughts, behaviours, and triggers that we're not fully aware of. They can be dangerous because they keep us repeating unhealthy patterns. Think of when you are learning to drive, they always w...2024-07-1811 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose64 | Still Reeling from Emotional Abuse? How to Gain Emotional WellnessHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Today's topic is close to my heart, and I know it might resonate with many of you. We'll discuss emotional abuse in childhood, how it impacts adults, and the path to emotional wellness.
Emotional abuse is subtle, and that makes it easy to deny that it's happening.
We’ll look at some of the signs of emotional abuse, how it prevents you from living your God-given purpose and I’ll provide some practical exercises you can do to begin healing.
I hope this episode blesses and inspires you.
In Healing...2024-07-1527 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose63 | Dreaming of a Better Life? How God Can Redeem Your Traumatic ChildhoodHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Life throws us curveballs.
Sometimes, those curveballs come early, leaving deep scars from a traumatic childhood. But even in the face of immense pain, there's hope: you have the unwavering presence of a God who specializes in new beginnings.
He is the weaver of shattered lives, the mender of broken hearts, the God of new starts.
The Bible paints a vivid picture of this redeeming power. It doesn't shy away from portraying the harsh realities of human suffering. We see Joseph, sold into slavery by his brothers, his dreams seemingly dashed. Esther...2024-07-1109 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose62 | How to Use Art and Creativity to Heal Trauma and Restore Wholeness with Karen DeLoachHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
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Today, I’m talking with Karen Deloach. Karen is an artist/ art mentor, author, actor, and creativity specialist. She teaches Art History & Appreciation in college using textbooks that she has written. She and her husband, Jer, host a home-based worship group called Imagine Gathering.
Her heart and calling is to sti...2024-07-0843 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose61 | Fear of Success Keeping You from Your Purpose? 7 Tips to Help You Overcome it.Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
We’ve all heard of fear failure, but have you considered that fear of success may also hold you back?
If you’ve ever hesitated to pursue a dream or if you tent to downplay your achievements, you might be experiencing a fear of success, a surprisingly common hurdle even for Christian women.
Fear of success isn't about laziness. It's a complex web of anxieties that can hold you back. It might stem from:
Perfectionism: The fear that success will expose your flaws or you won’t be able to maintain what you are...2024-07-0411 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose60 | Worried about Having an Emotional Breakdown? 5 Strategies to Help You Notice and Prevent itHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
It is the anniversary month of the Shades of Trauma Healing podcast, and I have a special announcement and giveaway for you. Listen to the episode to find out more and see the link below to participate.
In this episode, we explore the topic of emotional breakdowns, specifically for Christian women healing from childhood trauma.
I’ll share more about what is an emotional breakdown, the signs and symptoms you might experience, including intense sadness, anxiety, anger outbursts, and physical changes.
I’ll explain red flags to watch out for and how to...2024-07-0120 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose59 | 6 Tips For Staying Consistent with Your Trauma Healing HabitsHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Staying consistent with trauma healing habits is crucial for long-term progress and recovery. Consistency allows you to build momentum and make steady progress in your healing journey. Regular engagement in healing habits reinforces positive behaviors.
Today I have six tips to help you maintain consistency.
With Healing and Love 😊
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I’m talking with trauma survivor Katy Parker today about her journey from unprocessed childhood trauma that was brought to light after an accident.
Following the accident, Katy was diagnosed with PTSD and had to learn to navigate a new reality. Her journey includes journaling during lockdown in hospital, grieving and facing the pain of the past, finding purpose in her pain and living with hope.
Today, Katy Parker is a well-being writer who integrates mental health and faith into her words. She is a mental health advocate and mentor who shares h...2024-06-2433 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose57 | 5 Quick Tips for Setting Healthy Boundaries Without GuiltHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Setting boundaries is an important aspect of self-care and maintaining healthy relationships. Yet, it is so difficult for Christian women to do so, partly because of beliefs and partly because they don’t know how.
I’m a firm advocate of healthy boundaries, and today, I’ll share five quick tips for setting boundaries so you can enjoy emotional wellness and healthier relationships.
With Healing and Love 😊
Jenniel
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I’ll be talking about coping mechanisms today, but not just the ones that you consider to be "bad" or that go against your values or health principles.
I’ll be exploring how every day, even good activities, can be used as ways to self-soothe, distract and avoid the pain of trauma.
I’ll explain how to determine whether your behaviors are healthy or used as a coping mechanism, and I'll provide some ways to make more supportive and healthier choices.
I hope this episode blesses you.
In Healing a...2024-06-1717 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose55 | 6 Tips to Encourage Your Guy to Care for His HealthHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
In today’s episode I’m going to talk about something a little different, but it is still connected to our mental health as women. I decided to talk about this topic today as I was reflecting on how much I think about and pray for my family and friends.
I also realized this month is men’s health emphasis month and I know I’m not just concerned about my sisters health, I’m concerned about our brothers as well. I am sure it’s the same with you; you care about the physical and men...2024-06-1307 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose54 | Healing Trauma and Father Wounds Through Breathwork With Maria Antonay MeyerHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
My guest today is Relationship Coach and Breathwork Facilitator - Maria Antonay Meyer.
Maria and her husband own Ultimate Assist Coaching, where they help solution-oriented couples strengthen their relationships by getting “LIT,” which stands for love, intimacy, and trust.
They also support individuals who are on their personal growth journeys to experience deeper healing and profound transformation.
Maria will discuss how she used Breathwork to heal from her Father's wound, what Breathwork is and is not, and why it is beneficial to incorporate it into your healing journey.
If you...2024-06-1033 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose53 | How to Calm and Ground Yourself In under 5 MinutesHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
On any given day, our nervous system goes through various states of activation. This is quite normal as we need to be flexible enough to move from a state of calm, to activated to calm or even from freeze to calm. At times, the system can move from calm to freeze or shut down, and you might find it difficult to navigate the changes.
Today I’ll share a simple exercise that you can apply at the first sign of activation to help you remain calm and connected to the presen...2024-06-0607 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose52 | How to Heal Complex PTSD as a Christian WomanHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
This month, Mental Health America is highlighting the challenges of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
Today, I will be doing the same from the lens of Childhood trauma and the Christian woman. I’ll share symptoms of PTSD, or PTS as it is now being called, the connection to childhood trauma and options for your healing.
Generally, PTSD is caused by a single traumatic event, like a car accident, assault, or natural disaster.
While C-PTSD is caused by repeated or prolonged trauma over a long period, often in childhood. This can incl...2024-06-0319 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose51 | 6 Weekly Tips to Support Your Mental Health
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The month of May was National Mental Health Awareness Month, and there has been emphasis on things you can do and resources you can use to care for yourself.
Today’s quick tips come from Mental Health of America, which outlines six activities you can do one day each week to support better mental health.
Good mental health is essential for leading a fulfilling, productive, and balanced life because it impacts various aspects of well-being, including physical health, relationships, and resilience. Taking proa...2024-05-3007 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose50 | Beyond Trauma and Witchcraft: A Neuro-Theological Path to Healing with Dr Karen LiddelHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
My guest today is Dr. Karen Liddell, an ordained minister, a licensed clinical pastoral counsellor with the National Christian Counselling Association, a success mindset coach, a best-selling author, and a speaker.
Karen became fascinated with the process of healing trauma to recover from her own past of childhood trauma which influenced her decision to engage in witchcraft and marry a narcissistic spouse.
As a trauma survivor, you do not have to keep living with the wounds of your past. You don’t have to settle for living a reactionary life.
Heali...2024-05-2735 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose49 | 5 Tips For Developing a Growth Mindset for HealingHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Why is it important to develop a growth mindset?
The simple answer is - if you don’t believe your mind can change and grow, you won’t be as open to the life you can have beyond your trauma.
Trauma has a way of making survivors believe that things won’t get better, circumstances won’t change, you will be this way for the rest of your life. That is a very discouraging way to go through life, but the good news is, that is not the truth.
You do have th...2024-05-2308 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose48 | Are You in a Love Relationship or Trauma Bonded. How to Get the Help You Need.Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Are you in a love relationship, or are you trauma-bonded?
Childhood trauma can cast a long shadow, affecting how survivors approach romantic and platonic relationships in adulthood. When there is broken trust, dysfunction, and poor attachment in childhood, adult survivors tend to go through life trying to replicate the experiences of childhood. They look for opportunities to have corrective experiences, or they continue to seek out what is familiar.
This is so automatic because the person is following a pattern that has been set.
One common outcome is survivors of childh...2024-05-2019 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose47 | 4 Tips to Experience God’s Love in a Way That Will Change Your LifeHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Childhood trauma survivors often struggle to receive and give love because of hurt in relationships, poor models of love, or unhealthy experiences of care and attachment in their formative years. This leaves a gaping wound that they try to fill however they can.
Many read about the love of God, but struggle to feel secure in that love.
Today I will share 4 Quick Tips to Experience God’s Love in a Way That Will Change Your Life
It certainly was a game changer for me.
Once I g...2024-05-1610 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose46 | A Journey from Being an Angry Daughter to Inspiring Author with Nanci LambornHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
As promised, I’m back with another Mother-focused episode for North American Mother’s Day.
Today, I have a special guest, Nanci Lamborn, who shares her experience of childhood sexual abuse and the anger she felt toward her mother, who did not support her and even blamed her for what happened.
Nancy will share the steps she took toward healing from her childhood trauma and her mother wound. Nancy also described what it took to move from being an Angry Daughter to an inspiring author.
I hope thi...2024-05-1332 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose45 | 4 Tips on How to Trust Again After Someone Hurts YouShow Notes
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Welcome to the first official Quick Tip Thursday Episode.
Starting this month, I will release an additional episode each Thursday with tips on various topics to help you navigate your healing journey.
The four tips for today will focus on how to trust after you’ve been hurt, and they may not be what you think.
After you’ve been hurt, the last thing you want to do is risk getting burned again. I get it, that is understandable, however you can choose to remain open to hea...2024-05-0908 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose44 | 4 Things You Must Address to Improve Your Mental HealthWhen it comes to mental health, we know that things like stress, work situations, or personal relationships affect us, but there are other factors that you probably do not think about that can affect your sense of well-being.
When it comes to mental health you have to look at all the factors that are affecting you because they could be impacting how you progress in your childhood trauma healing journey.
In today’s episode, I will talk about 4 factors affecting your mental health and how to address them to help you strengthen your mental health an...2024-05-0618 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose43 | Something New is Coming on ThursdaysHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
We are doing something new.
That’s right! It’s Thursday, and I have a special announcement for you.
Listen to today's episode to find out more about what will be happening on Thursdays starting this month.
I hope you'll be as excited about this as I am.
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Jenniel
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Stress is an inevitable part of life, but how you perceive and approach it can make all the difference to your well-being. Whether it's juggling family responsibilities, work pressures, or personal struggles, your mindset plays a crucial role in shaping your responses.
Today, I’ll explore the concept of stress and share with you how to view what you think stresses you out so differently that it significantly influences how you navigate life's challenges.
I’ll also share an exercise I want you to try out, so grab some writing ma...2024-04-2919 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose41 | From Childhood Sexual Abuse to Thriving in Purpose with Michelle HallHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
According to statistics, about 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 20 boys in the United States experience child sexual abuse. This does not include numbers around the world.
Usually, someone who is known and trusted by the child or child’s family members perpetrates 91% of child sexual abuse.
In addition, many children wait to report or never report child sexual abuse. Therefore, these numbers most likely underestimate the true impact of the problem.
This is a serious trauma, and there are many who need healing.
Our guest today is Michelle Hall, a...2024-04-2231 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose40 | Why You Should Not Try to Just Pray Away DepressionHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Let’s talk about depression.
A depressive episode is where you experience intense sadness and low mood, and you lose interest and pleasure in activities that normally bring you joy for at least 2 weeks.
Some of the symptoms include:
Persistent sadness or empty mood.
Loss of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed.
Changes in appetite or weight.
Sleep disturbances (insomnia or oversleeping).
Fatigue or loss of energy.
Feelings of worthlessness or excessive guilt.
Difficulty concentrating, making decisions, or remembering things.
Irritability or restlessness.
Thoughts of death o...2024-04-1519 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose39 | Breaking Down Barriers to Mental Wellness in Christian BIPOC Communities with Margaret L. ConleyHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
April is BIPOC Mental Health Month, and mental health is an essential part of well-being. To help raise awareness of how to approach mental wellness in Christian BIPOC Communities, today I have special guest Margaret L. Conley.
Margaret is the owner of MLC Consulting, LLC and the President of Mending Life Concepts Empowerment Group, Inc., which focuses on serving marginalized populations at the intersection of spirituality and emotional wellness.
Margaret has produced an evidence-based and clinically aligned theological method designed for use by clergy, academics and clinicians to help lead the conver...2024-04-0839 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose38 | Why You Can’t Seem to Stop Controlling And How to Turn Things AroundHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Trauma survivors develop controlling behaviors as a coping mechanism to regain a sense of safety, security, and control over their environment following experiences of trauma.
If you find that you can’t help but control others and things or people have told you you’re so controlling, I know that on one level, that hurts, but on the other hand, you just don’t know how else to survive. And that’s the thing, traumatized people see controlling as a survival mechanism
While controlling behaviors may provide a temporary sense...2024-04-0121 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose37 | Enough Shame Already! Begin Healing With These TipsHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Let’s talk about shame. By its very nature, no one wants to explore shame because it means looking at something that does not feel good. Today, we are going to talk about it because it keeps so many women hostage and unable to live out their God-given purpose. Let’s unpack what it is, how it develops, and how to heal from it.
Shame is a complex emotion because it involves feelings like unworthiness, humiliation, inadequacy, and even disgrace. It is different from guilt. Typically, people feel guilty when they do something...2024-03-2522 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose36 | Struggling to Practice Mindfulness? 4 Faith-Aligned Exercises to Get You StartedHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
There’s a lot of talk about mindfulness these days, and mindfulness is often associated with Buddhism and Eastern practices, so some Christian women stay clear of it. Today I will delve into what mindfulness is and what it isn’t. Is it okay for you to practice it and if you do, how do you do it?
Mindfulness can help you deepen your connection with God. By being present in the moment and focusing on God's presence, you can experience a deeper sense of spiritual awareness and communion. Mindfulness can also help reduce stress and...2024-03-1821 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose35 | How to Heal Your Mother Wound as a Christian WomanHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Welcome back to our cozy corner of the internet, where we dive deep into topics close to our hearts. Today, we will explore something that many women carry without even realizing it: and some know it to well. It is the mother wound.
We’ll talk about what it is, how it can develop and how to begin healing it. Let’s dive in. We’ll talk about what it is, how it can develop, how it shows up in adult women and how to begin healing it.
If you are tired of liv...2024-03-1122 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose34 | Exploring Trauma Through Film: Interview with Rochelle Ann Thomas - Part 2Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Today I continue my conversation with film-maker Rochelle Ann Thomas.
Rochelle-Ann Thomas is a Filmmaker who has been writing and directing on the small stage for over 20 years and released her first onscreen film in 2023. Rochelle-Ann writes based on life experiences and is not afraid to explore dark topics that affect everyday individuals. Rochelle-Ann's current project short film Defiled explores childhood trauma will be released in 2024
Rochelle Ann shares about the importance of facing your early trauma and in her movie she shares how unresolved trauma can sometimes lead survivo...2024-03-0416 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose33 | Why Trauma Therapy is Worth Exploring: Interview with Rochelle Ann Thomas - Part 1Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Today, I’ll be sharing a conversation with my very first podcast guest, Rochelle Ann Thomas.
Rochelle-Ann Thomas is a Filmmaker who has been writing and directing on the small stage for over 20 years and released her first onscreen film in 2023. Rochelle-Ann writes based on life experiences and is not afraid to explore dark topics that affect everyday individuals. Rochelle-Ann's current project short film Defiled explores childhood trauma will be released in 2024.
Today, you will hear about Rochelle Ann’s healing journey, and next week, we will discuss her film about...2024-02-2621 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose32 | The Surprisingly Overlooked Path to Attaining Joy, Love, and DiscernmentHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Many survivors of childhood trauma focus on what was done to them and the people who hurt them. They believe the key to healing, feeling joy and love is to have the person who wronged them confess, ask for their forgiveness, and make amends. These actions certainly help with the healing process, and thankfully, it is not the only way.
Today, I will share with you the Surprisingly Overlooked Path to Attaining Joy, Love, and Discernment.
I hope this episode blesses you.
Blessings and Love 😊
Jenniel2024-02-1922 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose31 | Dreading Valentine’s Day? 6 Strategies to Use if You Get TriggeredHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
In 2 days, the world will be celebrating Valentine's Day. Many women (and men, to be fair) look forward to February 14th because they get to spend time with their loved ones, sharing a favourite activity, exchanging gifts and upping the love quotient. For many other women who struggled with childhood trauma, especially when the trauma formed in a close relationship, Valentine’s Day can be filled with triggers and unwanted feelings of sadness, loneliness, shame, fear or even anger.
During Valentines, survivors of childhood trauma can experience triggers such as intrusive thoughts, disturbing memories...2024-02-1218 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose30 | Struggling with Low Self-Esteem? 4 Tips to Change How You View Yourself
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The month of February has been dubbed, Boost Self-Esteem month. I don’t think the idea is to look at self-esteem this month alone, but it is to raise awareness so people can pause and focus on how they feel about themselves, take inventory and address what needs to be addressed. This is what I’ll be doing today. I’ll share with you some tips that you can use to begin changing what you think about and see yourself. Because in case you never got the message or in...2024-02-0518 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose29 | Connect With Your Inner Child By Using This Additional ExerciseShow Notes
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Children learn and develop by playing. When they are allowed to play, they get to explore new things, develop different skills, step outside their comfort zones, and have carefree fun. When there is no pressure or criticism to the play, we seek their creativity to come out, and for any observer, you get a few giggles at the shared joy they experience.
This is the third episode in the inner child series. In episode 27, we looked at foundational concepts of the inner child; last week, in episode 28, I introduced you to...2024-01-2917 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose28 | Use This Practical Exercise to Get to Know and Heal Your Inner ChildHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Welcome back to the 2nd part of the series on the inner child. If you have not listened to episode 27 yet, pause here, go back and listen to that one because it sets the foundation for what we will talk about today.
In today’s episode, I’ll go through an exercise to help you connect with your inner child.
I’ll also give some background about why these exercises work based on their relation to the brain, so let’s dig in.
I hope this episode blesses you.
Blessings...2024-01-2217 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose27 | Why Nurturing Your Inner Child is Essential to Healing TraumaHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Today, we begin to explore the concept of the inner child, which is one of my favorite topics.
We’ll define who the inner child is and talk about the benefits of getting to know your inner child and why letting them show up is essential to healing your trauma.
This is an important topic because, for many women, the inner child has been suppressed, dismissed or denied. When this happens, it affects how you show up in your adult life. You need to have a healthy inner child experience to have a h...2024-01-1517 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose26 | The 5-Step Strategy for Approaching Your 2024 Goals For Christian WomenHappy New Year Sister-Friend 👋🏽
This is the second part of the series on setting New Year's Goals.
Today, I share why I no longer set New Year's resolutions and what I do instead.
I include my 5-step goal-setting strategy to ensure a win in every situation.
I hope this episode is supportive for you.
Blessings and Love 😊
Jenniel
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Personal...2024-01-0818 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose25 | Disappointed About Missing Last Year’s Resolutions? Three Steps to Let Go and Move OnHappy New Year Sister-Friend 👋🏽
I hope you had a blessed Christmas week and managed to strike the balance between rest and fun. I had a lovely holiday; I spent time with my favourite people and doing my favourite activities, which included cozying up in front of the fireplace and watching reruns of my favourite Christmas movies. I did have a good balance between socializing and sleeping, and I am blessed to be here with you, starting the new year off together.
The new year is a time when people tend to make resolutions for what they w...2024-01-0116 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose24 | Celebrating Jesus: From Trauma to TriumphHappy Holidays, Seasons Greetings, Merry Christmas, sister friend 👋🏽
Different people have different responses and experiences regarding the holidays, and whatever is going on for you, I hope you are finding space to enjoy the essence of the season.
Today I’ll be talking about what the essence of Christmas means from the perspective of Trauma.
We’ll explore how Jesus himself experienced various forms of trauma and how he overcame them, providing hope and understanding for those of us who have faced childhood trauma.
If you’ve experienced physical, verbal, social, emotional, se...2023-12-2520 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose23 | Worried About Being Triggered at Family Events? Tips for Getting Through Christmas Gatherings SafelySeasons Greetings, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Christmas is one week away, and some of you may be excited for the holidays, as you look forward to reconnecting and spending time with loved ones.
Some of you may be just a little bit anxious about the thought of being in the same space as certain relatives. Sure, you love your people, but let’s face it, families can be complicated.
There may have been past hurt, unresolved dramas and traumas that are causing you to worry about getting through the upcoming family events while staying emotional...2023-12-1819 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose22 | Looking For the Best Gift to Give Yourself This Christmas? Choose ForgivenessHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
The Christmas season is here, and it's traditionally a time of giving. People go all out to gift items to friends and loved ones and sometimes themselves.
Picture this, It's Christmas morning, and you've got a beautifully wrapped gift sitting under the tree. Your name is on it, and even though you gifted it to yourself, you are still so excited about it. You carefully unwrap it, and what do you find? A gift tag that reads "Forgiveness."
That's right, forgiveness is one of the most precious gifts you can give to your...2023-12-1118 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose21 | Is Trauma Dumping Affecting Your Personal Relationships? Here’s How to Reign it InHey, Sister-friend 👋🏽
Today we’re diving into a topic that's important and highly relevant for many trauma survivors. We will shine a light on trauma dumping, what is it, why it happens, how to know if you are doing it, how to respond if it is happening to you, and how to be more mindful about our interactions in personal relationships.
Let's dive into this topic with grace, love, and an open heart.
We will explore how to tell if you are trauma dumping and how to stop doing it. What do you do if you a...2023-12-0419 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose20 | 5 Ways to Address Loneliness as the Holidays ApproachesWelcome back Sister-friend 👋🏽
Loneliness is on the rise, and in some countries like the UK, it is considered an epidemic, so much so that the UK Government appointed a Secretary of Loneliness to address this concern.
In addition, during the pandemic, we saw a rise in loneliness as people were isolated and socially disconnected from friends, family and community. There used to be a stigma attached to loneliness, but now people are more comfortable talking about it.
As the holidays approach, there is likely to be an increase in feelings of loneliness, and today...2023-11-2720 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose19 | Desperately Need Discernment? How to Hear from God with 3 Actionable ActivitiesHey Sister-Friend 👋🏽
Wat is the difference between hypervigilance and discernment?
Most trauma survivors developed hypervigilance as a way of keeping safe. The traumatized brain is always on the lookout for people or things that may pose a threat to well-being. Hypervigilance is fear-based, and stems from the idea that people may not be who they seem or they may hurt you in some way.
Christian women who faced childhood trauma still long to feel safe, and part of the healing journey entails turning fear-based hypervigilance into careful and steady discernment.
Hypervigilance may hav...2023-11-2020 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose18 | 3 Steps to Trusting God for Trauma Survivors with Trust IssuesHey Sister-Friend 👋🏽
Welcome to another episode.
For many trauma survivors, the inability to trust is a genuine concern, as their trauma has left them with unwanted trust issues. These trust issues impact how they interact with others; it often keeps them from reaching out for help and support because they are afraid to trust others and risk getting hurt again, or being judged, or rejected.
When someone experiences situations that cause them fear, distress, or hopelessness, primarily as children in their close relationships, it affects their ability to identify and experience what is...2023-11-1318 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose17 | You’ve Identified Your Negative Thoughts? Now Use These Two Strategies to Address ThemWelcome back Sister-Friend,
Today, we continue to look at how to address negative thinking. If you haven’t listened to episode 16 – Struggling with Negative Thoughts,” pause here and go back to that one because you’ll need that foundation in order to get the most out of today’s episode.
We’ll look at a standard and a low-energy strategy for addressing the negative thoughts.
It takes time and energy to address and replace the pattern of negative thinking, but the more you practice and apply the strategies, the more automatic and easier it becomes b...2023-11-0625 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose16 | Tired of Struggling with Negative Thoughts? Do This to Start Identifying ThemHey Sister-Friend,
Dealing with negative thoughts is draining. It feels like it is a never-ending process that steals your peace. All you want to do is go about your day, see the beauty in life and enjoy day-to-day moments, but negative thoughts keep interrupting your flow, and before you know it, your mood changes, and you’re in a funk. What do you do when this happens?
You don’t have to stay captive to negative thoughts. I know because I spent a lot of time and effort addressing mine, and I know that chan...2023-10-3024 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose13 | Can Journaling Help Trauma Symptoms?Let’s talk about journaling. How does journaling help with trauma symptoms like anxiety, stress or depression?
If you struggle with feeling overwhelmed and unable to process feelings, journaling can benefit you.
It gives you the opportunity to sit and process while engaging multiple areas of the brain for problem-solving, lifting moods and increasing self-awareness.
I also provide tips on how to begin journaling in a way that suits you, and then I share my journaling process.
I hope you find this helpful.
Blessings and Love.
Je...2023-10-0921 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose12 | Is Setting Boundaries Selfish?Boundaries, Boundaries, Boundaries.
What are they? Is it selfish to set boundaries? Is it even Christlike?
Today, I will answer all these questions and share why I believe it is NOT selfish to set boundaries.
If you are unsure if you have healthy, porous or rigid boundaries, you will get insight into what these mean and how they appear.
If a lack of boundaries are causing you emotional and physical distress, and you know you need to firm up boundaries, I would provide examples and tips on how t...2023-10-0223 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose11 | Can God Heal My Trauma?Can God heal your trauma?
When you first hear this question, you might be tempted to look at it as a question about God’s ability to do something about your situation, but I want to invite you to ask this question from the view of what you believe about God.
Today, I will answer this question from the perspective of what we believe about God, what he says he can do for you, and I will share how I answered this question in my life.
Scripture is filled with...2023-09-2519 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose10 | How to Identify Your Anxiety Response and 2 Exercises to Address Them EarlyIn the last episode I shared a body orienting exercise that prepares you to do the exercises I share today. To get the most out of today’s episode, I encourage you to listen to episode number 9 before continuing.
Dealing with anxiety is not pretty, it is often inconvenient, embarrassing and makes you self-conscious. All you want to do is be in control of yourself but when anxiety occurs, it becomes more difficult to stay in calm and collected.
If you struggle to keep symptoms of anxiety under control, today I will share two sim...2023-09-1822 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose09 | How to Deal with Anxiety as a Christian WomanMeditating on God's word is a great way to deal with anxiety as a Christian woman. It is also important to know more about how anxiety develops in the body, because depending on the type of anxiety and the stage of the symptoms, there are additional strategies you can use.
Today I want to talk about the other side of treating anxiety. That is at the somatic or body level.
You will hear some of the common physical and psychological symptoms of anxiety and I will share the steps you need to take t...2023-09-1127 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose08 | 4 P’s That Keep Christian Women From Seeking Trauma HealingHello Sister Friend,
Being stuck in the space of trauma wounds is painful, discouraging and, at times, debilitating. You know there is more to life, you want to experience healing and growth, but you find it difficult to take a step toward help. This is quite normal for trauma survivors. Moving forward requires support, courage, and faith.
In today’s episode, I talk about 4 reasons that keep Christian women from seeking out trauma healing, and if you can identify with any of the reasons, I have some quick tips for you. I also provide practical ex...2023-09-0421 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose06 | Four Pillars of Trauma Healing Every Christian Woman Should Know - Part 2Hey Sister-Friend,
How are you doing today? I hope you are well :-)
Today we will look at part 2 of the four pillars of trauma healing every Christian woman should know.
In part one (episode 5), I unpacked the first two pillars of trauma healing, which are:
Relational safety and preparation, and
Education and skills building
In this episode, I will discuss the last two pillars:
Desensitization and Integration
Prost traumatic growth and resilience.
Many trauma survivors know they want to heal but are unsure how the process would look...2023-08-2119 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose05 | Four Pillars of Trauma Healing Every Christian Woman Should Know - Part 1Welcome back Sister-Friend,
Today we get to explore the foundations of trauma healing. In this episode, I will share the foundation that Christian women should base their healing on and how to build that foundation.
I talk about the first 2 pillars of trauma healing so you know what to look for and what to expect as you take (or consider taking) your first step toward healing.
Knowing the psychoeducation about how the traumatized body heals best gives hope to those seeking help.
The first two pillars will be...2023-08-1424 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose04 | Six Tips To Help You Prepare For Your Trauma Healing JourneyHey Sister-friend,
I love travelling. Going on vacation is fun and exciting, you get to learn new things, have new experiences, and create new memories. To get the most out of a holiday, some planning and preparation need to take place. Preparing for a holiday trip is not unlike preparing for a trauma-healing journey. There are steps involved to help you get the most out of each experience.
In today’s episode, I share how I prepare for a holiday trip and I draw parallels to the preparation required for beginning your trauma hea...2023-08-0720 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose02 | The Definition and Impacts of Childhood TraumaHi Sister-friend,
There is so much talk about childhood trauma these days, but what exactly is it, and what are the impacts? Does every negative event in childhood result in trauma?
I answer these questions and more in today’s episodes.
I often see two scenarios with women seeking help. Some have experienced events that resulted in trauma, but because it is not classified as a big event, they deny the impact of their experience.
In the other camp are women who have experienced what is called the bit ‘T’ trauma events...2023-07-3120 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose03 | 6 Strategies for Rebuilding Your Broken WallsHey Sister-friend,
If you are like me, you may enjoy watching home renovation shows. I like seeing old structures become new. I like the idea of taking broken things or projects that were done incorrectly or that were not safe and creating a house that is not only beautiful but safe and profitable - which will bring the new homeowner joy.
Trauma survivors also have rebuilding work to do as they seek to repair the broken areas of their lives.
In today’s episode, I explore 6 strategies you can use when pursuing your he...2023-07-3123 minShades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose00 | Shades of Trauma Healing TrailerWelcome sister-friend,
So excited to begin this journey with you!
Today’s episode is an introduction to the Shades of Trauma Healing Podcast. I will share who this podcast is for and what you can expect to hear as we journey together.
I will also share why faith, trauma education and practical strategies are important components in the trauma-healing journey.
Enjoy
XO
Jenniel
How to Connect:
I would love to connect with you:
Email me at: support@shadesoftraumahealing.com
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