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Healing Doesn’t Have to Be HeavyEp. 46 EMDR, NET, and Releasing Stored Trauma with Author of Beautiful AshesShow Notes:In this deeply moving episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy, host Angie Berrett sits down with Shelly Edwards Jorgensen—survivor, speaker, author of Beautiful Ashes, and advocate for trauma recovery. Shelly shares the profound and nearly unimaginable trauma she endured throughout her childhood and teenage years, including domestic violence, sexual abuse, and the murder of her mother at the hands of her father.Despite living what looked like a “successful” life on the outside—excelling academically, building a strong career, and appearing confident—Shelly reveals how she silently battled depression, emotional nu...
2025-10-2836 min
Forgiveness Is For YOU - Overcome Trauma Through ForgivenessS2E13: Breaking the Code of Silence Part 2: Healing from Domestic Violence with Shelly Edwards Jorgensen**Content Warning**This episode contains content not suitable for minors and may activate traumatic memories related to domestic violence. So if little ones are within earshot, stop the recording, grab your earbuds, or listen another time.
Friends,
In this episode, Part 2 of Breaking the Code of Silence: Healing from Domestic Violence, Shelly Edwards Jorgensen and I disc
uss how she navigates life as a “normal” teen and her healing process in the aftermath of her profound losses. She shares the lessons she learned on her journey of healing through forgiveness. Her perspective on just...
2025-04-1526 minForgiveness Is For YOU - Overcome Trauma Through ForgivenessS2E12 Breaking the Code of Silence Part 1: Healing from Domestic Violence with Shelly Edwards Jorgensen**Content Warning** This episode contains images of domestic violence not suitable for minors. Please use discretion when listening.
Friends,
In today's episode, I speak with author and domestic abuse survivor Shelley Edwards Jorgensen. Shelley shares her traumatic experiences growing up amidst domestic violence, culminating in the tragic murder of her mother by her father. Through her narrative, we explore the complex dynamics of familial abuse and the burdens it places on children.
Drawing from her book Beautiful Ashes: A True Story of Murder, Betrayal, and One Woman's Search for Peace, Shelley recounts heartbreaking...
2025-04-0840 min
Warrior Words | Stories of Hope | Finding Beauty After Battles & Thriving After Surviving Trauma60. Rising From the Ashes ~ Thriving After Tragedy with Shelly Edwards JorgensenWelcome to Episode 60 of the Warrior Words podcast!
Wasn't Shelly's story incredible? If you didn't get a chance to listen, please head over to Part One before listening to today's episode.
I know we left you at a bit of a cliffhanger, but you will get to hear what happened in court and beyond in this week's episode.
While we need to hear the story of what brought us to our lowest points, we have to remember not to allow those moments to keep us down. In this episode, Shelly shares som...
2025-02-0454 min
Warrior Words | Stories of Hope | Finding Beauty After Battles & Thriving After Surviving Trauma58. Domestic Violence, Murder, and Beauty with Shelly Edwards JorgensenWelcome to Episode 58 of the Warrior Words podcast!
We've all heard of the beautiful phoenix who rises from the ashes. But that's the stuff legends are made of... is it truly possible to find beauty after a fire kills someone you love?
While that may sound like a difficult enough thing to do, that's not all of my guest's story. It's a story that could take 4-5 episodes - or more - to tell fully.
But Shelly and I did it in two. This week and next week, you will hear S...
2025-01-281h 09
Redeemed PodcastShelly Jorgensen's Healing Journey After Her Father Murdered Her Mother and Burned Their HomeSend us a textOvercoming Tragedy: Shelly Jorgensen's Healing Journey After Her Father Murdered Her Mother and Burned Their HomeIn this powerful episode of The Redeemed Podcast, host Lauren Burns welcomes Shelly Jorgensen, who shares her harrowing yet inspiring story of overcoming a traumatic and violent childhood. Shelly's father, an abusive alcoholic, tragically murdered her mother and set their house on fire. Despite the immense challenges and further trauma, Shelly's journey of healing through therapy and faith showcases her resilience. She discusses her transformative path to mental and emotional recovery, and...
2025-01-0139 min
Redeemed PodcastShelly Jorgensen's Healing Journey After Her Father Murdered Her Mother and Burned Their HomeOvercoming Tragedy: Shelly Jorgensen's Healing Journey After Her Father Murdered Her Mother and Burned Their Home In this powerful episode of The Redeemed Podcast, host Lauren Burns welcomes Shelly Jorgensen, who shares her harrowing yet inspiring story of overcoming a traumatic and violent childhood. Shelly's father, an abusive alcoholic, tragically murdered her mother and set their house on fire. Despite the immense challenges and further trauma, Shelly's journey of healing through therapy and faith showcases her resilience. She discusses her transformative path to mental and emotional recovery, and the importance of finding the right therapeutic methods. Through honest and...
2025-01-0139 min
Angelic FootprintsHealing Through the Ashes: A Journey of Loss, Resilience, and Divine ReassuranceIn this gripping and deeply moving episode of Angelic Footprints, special guest Shelly Edwards opens up about the harrowing events of her teenage years. Shelly recounts the tragic loss of her mother, who was murdered by her father, and the devastating aftermath of their home being burned down. Through this unimaginable pain, Shelly shares how her mother's spirit visited her, offering comfort and reassurance when she needed it most. Join us as Shelly reveals her incredible story of survival, healing, and the angelic footprints that guided her through the darkest times.About Shelly Edwards:
2024-12-1923 min
Thrive by The Rising MuseS1 E31 From Tragedy to Triumph: A Journey of Faith and ForgivenessIn this powerful episode of Thrive by The Rising Muse, hosts Naty and Veda sit down with Shelly Edwards Jorgensen, author of the gripping memoir Beautiful Ashes. Shelly shares her incredible story of surviving unimaginable trauma—losing her mother to enduring abuse and overcoming a life-threatening illness. Through it all, her faith and courage helped her rise from the ashes.Discover how Shelly found healing, learned to forgive, and rebuilt her life despite overwhelming odds. Her journey is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of faith. Whether you’re faci...
2024-10-201h 23
Let's Talk About ItWhen Your Father Kills Your MotherGuest: Shelly Edwards Jorgensen. Shelly is the author of the memoir Beautiful Ashes: A quest to uncover family secrets and survive the truth. https://www.beautifulashesmemoir.com/books/Topics: Child abuse, Siblings, Arson
2024-10-1757 min
HumancraftHealing From Family Violence and a Mother’s MurderShelly Edwards Jorgensen is the author of a memoir titled "Beautiful Ashes: A True Story of Murder, Betrayal, and One Woman’s Search for Peace.” In the memoir and in our interview, Shelly talks about multiple traumas she experienced growing up, including living with an alcoholic, abusive father both before and after he murdered her mother; testifying against him at his trial; and suffering sexual assault. She also discusses the uplifting power of her faith during the darkest times, her healing journey, and all the ways in which she has ultimately embraced a new mindset on life, faith, and the...
2024-06-191h 03
Positively TerribleMom Was Dead and Dad Did It - With ShellyThis week's Decent Human Being is author Shelly Edwards Jorgensen. Her story is about her mother's murder. Other topics include alcoholism, domestic violence, sexual assault, and arson. You can buy her memoir on Amazon.com. Shelly knew trouble was brewing. Her dad was a Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde alcoholic, and on this day he was preparing dinner and drinking Manhattans in his robe when he should have been getting ready for work. She ran interference when her mom came home from work earlier than expected, but that wasn't enough to save her life. Shelly's d...
2024-05-2357 min
Resources for Sexual Abuse SurvivorsIncrease Your Healing Potential - Journaling Prompts to Transform Pain into Power with Guest Shelly Edwards JorgensenTransform your pain into power with these powerful journaling prompts! Whether you are struggling with physical, emotional, or mental pain, this video will equip you with the tools to unlock your healing potential.
Discover how the simple act of journaling can help you release negative emotions and tap into your inner strength and resilience. Through expert guidance and actionable prompts, you'll learn how to reframe your pain and use it as a catalyst for growth and empowerment.
Don't let your pain hold you back any longer – join us on th...
2024-04-2734 min
Resources for Sexual Abuse SurvivorsIncrease Your Healing Potential - Meditation to Transform Pain into Power with Guest Shelly Edwards Jorgensen | Sexual Abuse Survivor ResourcesUnlock your body's natural healing potential with this powerful guided meditation episode. In just a few minutes a day, you can transform pain and discomfort into strength and resilience. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to overcome physical or emotional challenges and boost their overall well-being.
Our expert meditation guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to tap into your inner healing power and release tension, stress, and negative emotions. Through deep relaxation and focused breathing techniques, you can access your body's innate ability to heal itself. Say goodbye to constant aches and pains...
2024-04-2520 min
Resources for Sexual Abuse SurvivorsPhoenix Rising: The Story Behind “Beautiful Ashes” and How to Transform Pain into Power with Guest Shelly Edwards Jorgensen | Resources for Sexual Abuse SurvivorsOur guest today is the poster child for “if I can do it, so can you.” Shelly Edwards Jorgensen's story feels like it comes right out of a book. In fact it does, in her new book Beautiful Ashes, she chronicles her life, her trauma, and most importantly her healing. Her story is the survival guide to life that we all need. Shelly says “There are way too many of us, way too many survivors of assault.” And because of that she lives in service, telling her story and providing the tools she learned along the way in order to help...
2024-04-231h 13
Be YOU: your story, your purpose58. Everything Will Be OK with Shelly Edmunds JorgensenShelly Edmunds Jorgensen is the author of the memoir, "Beautiful Ashes." Shelly’s traumatic experiences started with domestic violence that led to her father murdering her mother and burning down their house. That was only the beginning. In Shelly’s words, “Everything that could be taken from a person was taken from me.”
Although each trauma was devastating, Shelly found a level of resilience that can only be experienced through the hard work of healing and divine intervention. Along the way, Shelly was blessed with a tribe of friends who not only supported her, but fully adopted her into...
2024-04-221h 21
Keeping it Real on PurposeYou Have Beautiful AshesShelly Edwards Jorgensen shares her remarkable story of patience, persistence, and ultimately, the manifestation of the hand of God in all things.When fifteen-year-old Shelly Edwards's mother is murdered by her alcoholic father, she loses her home, her family, and the only life she's ever known. Abandoned, broken from abuse and assault, facing poverty, and gripped with fear for her life, Shelly struggles to dismantle decades of lies. But into the deepening darkness that follows, God sends heavenly gifts, leading Shelly to a newfound faith. There she finds a peace she's never thought possible. When...
2024-03-2137 min
Hear My Heart Show with Tiffany RochelleLearning your worth
Shelly attended Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah where she was the first female to graduate with a degree in Manufacturing Engineering. After graduation, she moved back to her home state of Michigan and landed her dream job as a manufacturing engineer to start off her 20+ year career for Ford Motor Company. A few years into her engineering career, she decided to go back to school to get her MBA.
Shelly has spent over 30 years serving within her church congregation and community. She has always enjoyed serving others.
Shelly enjoys woodworking and has amassed a workshop of her dreams...
2024-02-2629 min
Grief TrailsFinding Beauty in the Ashes with Shelly Edwards JorgensenSend us a textShelly Edwards Jorgensen, author of the memoir "Beautiful Ashes", joins me for a conversation about surviving domestic violence, sexual assault, and homicide. We also discuss the flaws in the criminal justice system that often re-traumatizes victims and in Shelly's case, did not actively protect her. To find Shelly's memoir, go to her website, www.beautifulashesmemoir.com. Support the showWant to support the show? Buy your host a cup a coffee at buymeacoff.ee/GriefTrails Visit www.RememberGrams.com and create a personalized custom ca...
2023-11-1544 min
Toxic Love TransformationIs Healing Possible After Domestic Violence? Shelly Edwards Jorgensen's Journey RevealedOvercoming toxic relationships and domestic violence. Stephanie McPhail shares personal experience with domestic violence with special guest Shelly Edwards Jorgensen. Domestic violence and its impact on a person's life. 1:34Shelly shares her personal story of growing up with domestic violence, including her father's alcoholism and eventual murder of her mother.Shelly describes how things got worse for her after her mother's death, including her own experiences with violence and abuse.Domestic violence and its impact on children. 10:55Stephanie McPhail shares her experience of being choked by her partner, highlighting the denial and m...
2023-10-1727 min
Healing Through Love2023 EP66 Shelly Edwards Jorgensen - Finding Healing and Hope Through AdversityWelcome back to another episode of "The Healing Through Love Podcast"! I'm your host, Sharlene Lynch, and today we have a truly inspiring guest, Shelly Edwards Jorgensen. Shelly is the author of a gripping thriller book, but her journey toward healing and forgiveness is just as captivating as her writing. In this episode, we'll dive deep into Shelly's personal story of surviving and overcoming domestic violence, including the tragic loss of her mother. But Shelly's story isn't just about resilience; it's about forgiveness, compassion, and breaking the cycle of generational trauma. We'll explore how Shelly's experiences have shaped her perspective...
2023-09-2440 min
Self Discovery Wisdom PodcastC23-38. Shelly Edwards Jorgensen, Beautiful Ashes of Murder and Parents.I am Shelly Edwards Jorgensen, author of Beautiful Ashes: A True Story of Murder, Betrayal, and One Woman’s Search for Peace.
more here https://selfdiscoverywisdom.com/?p=117835
2023-09-191h 40
Trauma, Trial, TransformationNo Room Left for DenialJoin me in my conversation with Shelly Edwards Jorgensen who shares her courageous journey through her mothers death at the hands of her father. Left in the dark at the age of 15 on so many issues, she describes walking into the courtroom and being blindsided. She was expected to testify against her father who was sitting in front of her, then having no protection or support from the legal system while staying in the same home with him after her day in court. Her bravery as a teenager is moving. Her path of success moving forward is a story...
2023-08-0643 min
Chatter that MattersShelly Edwards Jorgensen - Out of the Ashes 'My Mom was at home when I left.' I have two asks. The first is that you stay with this interview as it unfolds. There are so many layers, and out of the ashes rises a remarkable human spirit. My second is that as you listen, imagine you are my guest, Shelly Edwards Jorgensen. You are the child driving up to your family home after a high school basketball practice, and you see it being consumed by fire. And at that moment, you know that your mom is dead, inside the home, and not by fire but by the...
2023-04-2845 min
The Human ExperienceEpisode 13 - Shelly's StoryShelly Edwards Jorgensen is the author of Beautiful Ashes, a memoir about her life growing up in a domestic violence household and the permanent consequences it can have on your life.Shelly's father murdered her mother when Shelly was 15. It was both a shock and something that she had been waiting to happen. Shelly's story of growth and perseverance is hard-won. Her strength, wisdom, and humility are to be admired.Shelly's Website | Shelly's Facebook | Shelly's InstagramBuy Shelly's Book on Amazon or wherever books are sold online.This episode was recorded in Detroit...
2023-04-121h 02
LDS Podcast "Latter-Day Lights" - Inspirational LDS StoriesGod Was with Her in the Darkest Moments of Her Life: Shelly Jorgensen's Story - Latter-Day LightsWhat an incredible story of the power of faith and forgiveness!When Shelly Edwards Jorgensen was 15, her father murdered her mother and started their house on fire to cover it up. At this exact same time, Heavenly Father placed a miracle friend directly into her path that would alter the course of her life forever.Then, several years later as an adult in her 30's, God intervened again, miraculously healing Shelly of a 7-year debilitating illness.*** Please SHARE Shelly's story and help us spread hope and light to others. ***To WATCH t...
2023-03-221h 27
Heidi's LemonAid StandNew Show #218- Shelly From Praying to Die to Happy and WholeInterview was done June 30, 2022!
I love meeting new people willing to let me in and share their “lemon to lemonade” experience!
This story is about Shelly who loves her life regardless of what happens. She grew up with a violent alcoholic father who murdered her mom and burned down their family home when she was a youth. As a child of domestic violence she had to get the right help! But mostly Shelly learned to trust God and learned that adversity is an opportunity for growth. She found a path to healing and now she is tr...
2022-09-2627 min
Power-Up With The Spellbinding Full Audiobook Now, Knowledge Hunters!Beautiful Ashes by Shelly Edwards JorgensenPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/169649to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Beautiful Ashes
Author: Shelly Edwards Jorgensen
Narrator: Rosanna Pilcher
Format: mp3
Length: 10 hrs and 58 mins
Release date: 03-04-22
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 44 ratings
Genres: Dysfunctional Families
Publisher's Summary:
When 15-year-old Shelly Edwards' mother is murdered by her alcoholic father, she loses her home, her family, and the only life she's ever known. Abandoned, broken from abuse and assault, facing poverty, and gripped with fear for her life, Shelly struggles to dismantle decades of lies. But into the deepening darkness that follows, God sends heavenly gifts, leading Shelly to...
2022-03-0410h 58
Domino Effect of MurderShelly Edwards-Jorgensen: Mom's Spirit Comforts Her After Mom's MurderShelly Edwards Jorgensen grew up witnessing severe domestic violence against her mom with death threats from her father threatening to "kill everyone and burn down the house." He made good on his threat. It took years for law enforcement to charge him and during that time Shelley lived with her murderous and alcoholic father in full view of the charred remains where she knew her mom died. Listen as she describes this ordeal as well as "visits" from her deceased mom which brought her comfort during her darkest hours.For information about my books and other information please...
2022-02-161h 09
Still Rowing PodcastEp.55: Trusting God & Seeing His Hand Amidst Extreme Adversity - Shelly Edwards JorgensenIn Still Rowing Episode 55, Shelly Jorgensen shares the traumatic events of her childhood including being molested and raped by multiple perpetrators, witnessing her alcoholic father's abuse of her mother which later escalated to her mother's tragic death when Shelly was 15. During this time, Shelly relates how she was sustained by heavenly help from her deceased mother and her relationship with a special family that provided a safe haven and an introduction to the restored gospel. Great adversity continues through her adulthood as she struggles with unhealed trauma, singleness, and debilitating health challenges. Yet through it all, Shelly describes the compensatory...
2022-01-121h 13
Let's Talk About It | WERU 89.9 FM Blue Hill, Maine Local News and Public Affairs ArchivesLet’s Talk About It 12/10/21: The Effect of Domestic Violence on the ChildrenProducer/Host: Patrisha McLean Production assistance: Tammy Oropesa Music: Jackie Lee McLean Let’s Talk About It: Conversations with Survivors of Domestic Abuse Guest: Shelly Edwards-Jorgensen, author of the memoir Beautiful Ashes, talks about growing up with a charismatic, violent father and her healing journey after he killed her mother and burned their house down. More information can be found here: www.beautifulashesmemoir.com Topics include: How children suffer in homes where there is domestic violence, no justice in the courts, healing from trauma. About the host: Patrisha McLean is the founder/president of Finding Our Voices, the grass roo...
2021-12-1058 min
Mothers Who KnowTender Mercies and Overcoming Adversity with the Atonement--Special EpisodeThis is the first of a 3-part webinar series--"Stay by the Tree--Messages of Hope" with special guest presenter Shelly Jorgensen. Shelly talks about growing up in an abusive household, having her mother murdered by her father, having to testify at his trial, finding the gospel, being visited by her mother's spirit, getting a debilitating disease and being healed with a priesthood blessing and other trials she has faced in her life. She teaches listeners that with the Atonement you can overcome anything and face the trials God puts in your path. It is only through adversity that we...
2020-03-121h 20
Dragon Talk - An Official Dungeons & Dragons PodcastStoic (Banner Saga Devs) on D&D and Digital GamesSpeaking with the folks behind digital games who are inspired by D&D is always such a joy and Arnie Jorgensen and Alex Thomas from Stoic Studio were no different. Alex and Arnie have just shipped their latest installment of The Banner Saga, finishing up a trilogy of tactical storytelling RPGs set in a world inspired by the Norse. Shelly Mazzanoble was not around for this interview, sadly, but she and Greg Tito introduce this segments with usual banter and musical performances. In LYSK, Chris Perkins details some of the fun named wizards in the Forgotten Realms you can use...
2018-08-251h 19
Dragon Talk - An Official Dungeons & Dragons PodcastStoic (Banner Saga Devs) on D&D and Digital GamesSpeaking with the folks behind digital games who are inspired by D&D is always such a joy and Arnie Jorgensen and Alex Thomas from Stoic Studio were no different. Alex and Arnie have just shipped their latest installment of The Banner Saga, finishing up a trilogy of tactical storytelling RPGs set in a world inspired by the Norse. Shelly Mazzanoble was not around for this interview, sadly, but she and Greg Tito introduce this segments with usual banter and musical performances. In LYSK, Chris Perkins details some of the fun named wizards in the Forgotten Realms you can...
2018-08-251h 19