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Trauma Talks : With Russ TellupNot Good Enough: Healing Core Beliefs and AnxietyWhat if the inner voice telling you "I'm not good enough" isn't just an occasional thought, but a core belief driving everything you do? Sabrina Troback, registered counselor and author of "Not Good Enough," reveals how these deeply-held beliefs form through generations of family patterns and personal experiences—sometimes even before birth.After two decades teaching children with learning disabilities, Sabrina discovered her true calling helping clients understand and challenge their core beliefs. Her approach dives beneath surface behaviors to address the fundamental feeling of unworthiness that fuels anxiety, self-doubt, and disconnection. As she explains, "That core be...2025-05-0739 minTrauma Talks : With Russ TellupBody Wisdom: Finding Your Voice After Losing EverythingMichelle Hollingbrooks' extraordinary story begins with a mosquito bite that changed everything. At thirteen, this seemingly insignificant event transmitted equine encephalitis, causing her brain to swell and plunging her into a seven-day coma. The aftermath was devastating – she awoke blind, deaf, partially paralyzed, and with no memory whatsoever. Unlike a newborn baby with established connections from the womb, Michelle describes awakening as a "blank slate" with no understanding of who she was or even what it meant to be human.This profound disconnection forced Michelle to develop extraordinary body awareness. Unable to communicate verbally and with no me...2025-04-1457 min
The Empowered Grief Journey PodcastEpisode 18: Decoding Narcissism: Recognize the Patterns, Reclaim Your PowerIn this eye-opening episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, we dive deep into the world of narcissistic abuse, trauma, and the path to healing with a guest who brings both personal experience and professional wisdom.
Together, we unpack the key signs of narcissistic behavior—gaslighting, manipulation, love bombing—and how these tactics can silently damage your self-worth, sense of reality, and emotional safety. We explore how to recognize these red flags and, more importantly, how to navigate and protect yourself in relationships affected by narcissistic dynamics.
We also discuss the power of somatic healing and hypn...2025-04-021h 23Trauma Talks : With Russ TellupThe Art of Self-Acceptance Through Hypnotic HealingThe episode centers around the theme of self-love and acceptance through the practice of hypnotherapy. With a focus on letting go of negative beliefs and cultivating a positive sense of self-worth, listeners are guided through a relaxing hypnotherapy session that aims to nurture inner kindness and acceptance.• Introduction to the importance of hypnotherapy for self-worth• Guided hypnotherapy session focusing on relaxation techniques• Visualization of inner sanctuary for self-acceptance• Release of negative beliefs through metaphorical imagery• Affirmations reinforcing inherent worth and deep self-love• Returning to awareness with a renewed sense of empowerment and love2025-02-1930 minTrauma Talks : With Russ TellupWhen the past holds you back:A guide to emotional liberationWhat if the very things meant to protect us are holding us back? Join me, Russ Tellup, as we unravel the complexities of trauma and its grip on our lives. Through an enlightening discussion, I shed light on how our bodies cling to past experiences, shaping behaviors and patterns that can stifle our growth. Discover healing paths like brain spotting and somatic work, which can unlock buried emotions and lead us towards a more fulfilling life. My personal journey of overcoming trauma serves as a beacon of hope, offering reassurance that healing is within reach, and you are never...2024-12-3012 minTrauma Talks : With Russ TellupHealing Deep Wounds: Exploring Trauma Recovery with Nat JovanovicWhat if the answers to healing deep emotional wounds lie within ourselves? Join us as Nat Jovanovic, a trauma therapist and owner of Bright Horizons Therapies, shares their poignant journey from surviving childhood abuse to becoming a beacon of hope for others seeking the same healing. Nat bravely discusses the challenges she faced, from cultural stigmas around therapy to navigating complex family dynamics, and how these experiences propelled them into a career dedicated to trauma recovery. Discover how parts work therapy, combined with somatic approaches and systemic constellations, has empowered Nat to develop assertiveness and set healthy boundaries, ultimately...2024-12-1034 minTrauma Talks : With Russ TellupEmbracing Grief: Transformative Healing Through Trauma and Faith. An Interview with Chris MamoneChatGPTImagine viewing the toughest moments of your life as "gifts in crappy wrapping paper." That's exactly the paradigm shift grief and acceptance coach Chris Mamone has embraced. This week, Chris joins us to share his transformative journey from personal trauma to becoming a beacon of hope for others. Through profound losses, including the stillbirth of his son, Chris found a path to self-acceptance and a mission to guide others through their darkest times. His story is a testament to the strength found in confronting one's hardships and learning from them.Our...2024-11-2833 minTrauma Talks : With Russ TellupThe Journey to Healing: Mind, Body, and Soul. An interview with Brinn Langdale.What if the key to healing is understanding the complex tapestry of parts within us? Join us on Trauma Talks as we sit down with Brinn Langdale, an expert in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and a licensed therapist, who shares her journey from chaos to clarity. Through the lens of IFS, Brinn reveals how the inner critic and inner child, often seen as obstacles, are essential protectors in our psyche. By acknowledging these parts, we can reframe our past experiences and embrace self-compassion, guiding us toward healing and personal growth.This episode highlights the "wholistic" approach to...2024-11-2136 min
Trauma Talks : With Russ TellupBreaking the Cycle: Reclaiming Power from Trauma and ToxicityWelcome to Trauma-Informed Healing, a weekly podcast where we explore the profound impact of trauma on the nervous system and provide tools for healing and transformation. Hosted by Russ Tellup, a trauma-informed somatic coach specializing in narcissistic abuse recovery and Brainspotting, this podcast is your go-to resource for profound personal growth and self-empowerment.Each episode covers a range of topics, including:Understanding Trauma Responses: Learn how trauma affects the nervous system and how you can recognize and shift survival patterns like fight, flight, freeze, and fawn.Narcissistic Abuse Recovery: Explore the dynamics...2024-10-1609 min
Trauma Talks : With Russ TellupBreaking Free from Freeze: Techniques for Healing and GrowthIn this episode of "Trauma Informed," host Russ delves into the often-overlooked freeze response, offering insights and personal experiences to help listeners navigate this debilitating state. Russ shares his journey of overcoming a freeze response following a major life change, emphasizing the importance of somatic work and innovative modalities like Saraset and brain spotting.Russ explains the transformative power of brain spotting, a technique that utilizes eye movement to unlock somatic experiences and facilitate healing. He provides a step-by-step guide to a simple somatic exercise designed to help release tension and shift out of the freeze state.2024-10-0812 minTrauma Talks : With Russ TellupFinding Safety: A Guided Exercise for Overcoming Trauma ResponsesWelcome to "Trauma Informed," a weekly podcast hosted by Russ, a trauma-informed somatic coach from MindBodySpirit, LLC. In this episode, Russ guides listeners through an exercise designed to help recognize and alleviate trauma responses.Russ begins by encouraging listeners to tune into their body's natural state, focusing on their chest, heart rate, and breathing without making any changes. He then introduces a visualization technique to identify what a trigger feels like in the body.To counteract these feelings, Russ teaches a simple yet effective exercise involving gentle tapping on the chest and humming, which activates...2024-09-2306 min
Trauma Talks : With Russ TellupUnlocking Healing: RTT and Psychedelics with Sarah Griffiths - Part 2Welcome to another enlightening episode of "Trauma Informed" with your host, Russ, a Trauma Informed Somatic Life Coach. In this second part of our conversation with the brilliant Sarah Griffiths, an accomplished RTT therapist and expert in psychedelics, we delve deep into the specifics of Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) and its unique approach to hypnotherapy.Join us as we explore the transformative power of RTT, how it differs from traditional hypnotherapy, and the profound impact it can have on healing trauma. Sarah shares her insights on the integration of RTT with psychedelics, including ketamine and psilocybin, and...2024-08-2925 min
Trauma Talks : With Russ TellupUnlocking the Secrets of Trauma: A Journey with Sarah Griffiths - Part 1Welcome to another episode of "Trauma Informed" with Russ, the trauma-informed former somatic life coach and founder of MindBodySpirit LLC. In this episode, Russ sits down with his coach and RTT therapist, Sarah Griffiths, to delve deep into the world of trauma and healing.Sarah shares her personal journey of self-discovery and healing, sparked by a startling question from her son about her marriage. This revelation led her to a profound understanding of narcissism and the impact of childhood trauma. Sarah explains how Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) became a pivotal tool in her transformation and how it...2024-08-2128 minTrauma Talks : With Russ TellupUnderstanding Trauma: The Body's Response and Path to HealingWelcome to Trauma Informed, the weekly podcast that delves into the impact of trauma on our bodies and nervous systems. I'm your host, Russ, a trauma-informed Semitic life coach and founder of MindBodySpirit LLC.In this episode, we explore the core of trauma, how it affects us, and why it can become stuck in our systems. Using vivid examples, we discuss the body's somatic responses to traumatic events and how these responses are crucial for survival. Learn how your brain stores traumatic experiences and triggers, and discover the empowering perspective that you have control over your trauma...2024-08-1512 minTrauma Talks : With Russ TellupAm I a Narcissist? Exploring the Signs and MythsAm I a narcissist? It's a hell of a question. And if you're asking yourself that question, this episode is for you. Have you been told by a spouse, partner, friend, coworker, or family member that you're a narcissist? And are you considering the fact that you may be looking for answers? Well, this episode is definitely for you. We're going to explore what narcissism is and the fact that you're probably not one. So good news for you. Let's get started. 2024-08-0803 minTrauma Talks : With Russ TellupUnlocking Healing with Cereset: An In-Depth ConversationHey there, thanks for joining us. This is Trauma Informed, a weekly podcast about trauma, our nervous systems, and understanding how they fit together. My name is Russ. I'm a somatic life coach with MindBodySpirit LLC, and this week we're going to talk about Cereset.Cereset is a modality that was integral in my healing. We're going to talk with Jubal Weiss, a franchise owner of Cereset here in Colorado Springs. Jubal will explain everything to us, from how Cereset works to the types of things it can help.Learn about how trauma affects the...2024-08-0825 minTrauma Talks : With Russ TellupFrom Trauma to Triumph: Healing Through Somatic CoachingWelcome to "Trauma-Informed," a podcast by Russ Tellep, a trauma-informed somatic life coach from MindBodySpirit, LLC. In this episode, Russ shares his personal story of early trauma and its lifelong impact on his physical and emotional well-being. Listeners will learn about how trauma manifests in the body and the importance of understanding these responses for healing. Russ delves into various therapeutic approaches including Internal Family Systems, Polyvagal Theory, and other modalities that have facilitated his healing journey. Through guided exercises and insights, Russ offers practical steps for listeners to recognize and manage their trauma responses...2024-07-2913 minTrauma Talks : With Russ TellupUnlocking Trauma: A Journey to Healing and TransformationWelcome to the inaugural episode of our podcast! Join us as we embark on an exciting and transformative journey to understand trauma, its impact, and ways to heal. Host Russ shares his personal story of working with life coach Sarah Griffiths and exploring various therapeutic approaches, including RTT and psychedelic treatments, that led to his profound transformation.In this episode, Russ discusses his motivation for starting the podcast and his journey to becoming a certified trauma-informed coach. He highlights the importance of understanding how trauma affects our nervous system and offers insights into different healing modalities such...2024-07-2907 min