Shades of Trauma Healing | Childhood Trauma, Trust Issues, Coping Skills, Growth Mindset, Trust God, Discernment, Purpose
*** Top 2.5% Podcast *** Do you want to heal the childhood trauma wounds that are holding you back and keeping you from confidently living the life God wants you to live? Does your trauma history keep you crippled by fear, unable to discern and trust God’s plan, process, and purpose for your life? The effects of childhood trauma can show up as low moods, negative thoughts, overthinking, anxiety, crippling fear, low self-worth, physical illness, constant comparison, or emotional disconnection. I’ve been there. Hey sister-friend 👋🏽 Welcome to the Shades of Trauma Healing Podcast. A space for Christian women of all beautiful shades to experience trauma healing, move beyond blocks and begin fully living the life God is calling them to live. I’m so glad you’re here 😊 I’m Jenniel, a dearly loved daughter of God, trauma thriver, trauma therapist, and life coach, living out my purpose. The impacts of my childhood trauma remained unaddressed for years. I struggled through life, feeling stuck, unsafe, sensitive to threats of danger, and emotionally disconnected from God and the people around me. I desperately wanted to know and live out my purpose but had difficulty hearing God and figuring it out. I pursued education, career goals, ministry, and travelled, trying to find my place and call in this world. I thought had to do more things, but no matter what I did, I still felt unsure of who I was and what I was meant to do. I finally realized that the key to becoming who God wanted me to be started with facing my trauma wounds and pursuing holistic healing so I could remove the obstacles that prevented me from hearing God and experiencing life fully. As I healed from the emotional and somatic impacts of childhood trauma, my relationship with God improved, and I gained clarity about who I am and who God wanted me to be. I began to thrive. Today, I’m the most emotionally and spiritually healthy version of myself. I’m embracing more joy and laughter, and I’m living God’s call on my life as I walk in relationship with him. If you want to overcome the childhood trauma wounds that are holding you back… If you want to develop your ability to trust God and begin thriving in the life he is calling you to live… This podcast is for you. Here you’ll receive 🌟Trauma education to help identify and address the impacts of childhood trauma that keep you stuck. 🌟Mindset strategies and relational tips to help you develop your connection with others. 🌟Spiritual applications to help you deepen your trust and connection with God so you can gain clarity and discernment 🌟Motivational stories from other survivors so you see that you can heal and thrive after childhood trauma. My healing journey led me to address the emotional, spiritual, social, and neurological impacts and wounds caused by trauma, and this resulted in freedom like I’ve never known. And I’d love to share what I learned and experienced with you! We will approach trauma healing while walking together with God, The One who loves you most and wants you to heal and live an abundant life of joy, peace, and purpose. Today God is saying to you, his daughter… “Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand.” Isaiah 41:10. God’s got you, sister-friend, so let’s do this. Blessings and Love Jenniel 😊 👉🏼 Your Next Steps 👉🏼 Download the Free Guide: 10 Signs You Need Inner Child Healing: https://go.shadesoftraumahealing.com/10-signs Join the Free Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/heal.childhood.trauma.christian.women Email Us: support@shadesoftraumahealing.com ***DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not a substitute for individual coaching or therapy. It is for educational purposes only. For professional support, seek out and follow the advice of your licensed mental health practitioner.
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Monday Dec 25, 2023
Monday Dec 25, 2023
Happy 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, sexual abuse or trauma, we’ll look at the fact that Jesus knows exactly what you are going through and why his birth, life, death and resurrection offer everything you need to move from trauma to triumph.
I hope this episode encourages you.
Blessings and Love 😊
Jenniel
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Monday Dec 18, 2023
Monday Dec 18, 2023
Seasons 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 emotionally stable.
Today, I want to share some tips you can use if you are concerned about being triggered this holiday season at family events.
You will walk away with a plan you can implement and execute this season and beyond to deal with any social setting.
I hope you find this episode supportive.
Blessings and Love 😊
Jenniel
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Monday Dec 11, 2023
Monday Dec 11, 2023
Hey, 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 yourself.
Today we will explore the benefits of forgiveness, what it actually means to forgive and how you can take steps to gift it to yourself. Forgiveness is not about erasing the past but about releasing the power it holds over you, and it's a gift that keeps on giving throughout your life.
When you choose to forgive, you're choosing to breathe fresh air, and you begin to experience a profound sense of inner peace and joy. It's like a weight being lifted from your heart, making room for love, grace, and joy to flood in.
As you forgive, you'll notice a shift in your relationships with others. The walls you've built to protect yourself start to crumble, and you discover that you're more open, more empathetic, and more capable of loving and being loved.
Remember, you're not alone on this journey. We're in this together, sister-friends!
I hope this episode blesses you.
Blessings and Love 😊
Jenniel
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Monday Dec 04, 2023
Monday Dec 04, 2023
Hey, 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 are on the receiving end? We have tips and strategies for you too.
I hope this episode blesses you.
Blessings and Love😊
Jenniel
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Monday Nov 27, 2023
Monday Nov 27, 2023
Welcome 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, we’ll look at 5 ways you can prepare for the holidays so that you can manage these feelings and navigate the season healthily.
Blessings and Love😊
Jenniel
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Monday Nov 20, 2023
Monday Nov 20, 2023
Hey 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 have helped you stay safe at one point in your life, but constantly living in fear of people and how they can hurt you, in fear because of past perceived threats, takes its toll on the body, mind and nervous system over time.
Today, we will look at how you can shift from hypervigilance and develop discernment to get the direction you need while staying in a state of calm assurance.
Blessings and love 😀
Jenniel
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Monday Nov 13, 2023
Monday Nov 13, 2023
Hey 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 safe. This leaves the person unable to trust others and sometimes even themselves. A big part of trauma healing requires safety and trust in relationships, and today, I want to address what you can do to develop trust in God first as the ultimate source of safety, comfort and holistic healing.
This episode will cover 3 steps you can take to develop trust in God. Once you do, you can begin to experience relational safety, discernment and courage to reach out on a human level for the trauma-healing support you need.
Blessings and love
Jenniel 😀
Mentions:
William McDowell - You Are God Alone
Episode 11 – Can God Heal My Trauma?
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Monday Nov 06, 2023
Monday Nov 06, 2023
Welcome 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 because not only would it be a habit, but there would be a new neural pathway created to deal with the thoughts in a more supportive way.The freedom that it brings is amazing.
Think of what you will do and how you can think when you are not constantly replaying or fighting negative thoughts. Would you get more creative, laugh more, have more compassion and more peace, start new hobbies, develop deeper friendships, and hear God more clearly?
The benefits of addressing negative thoughts are endless.
Blessings and Love Jenniel :-)
Mentionshttps://www.therapistaid.com/worksheets/cognitive-distortions
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Welcome...
Hey Sister-Friend, welcome to the Shades of Trauma Healing Podcast.
Do you want to heal the childhood trauma wounds that are holding you back in life?
Are you ready to get unstuck and begin confidently living God’s best for you?
I’m Jenniel, and I’m excited that you’re here.
This Podcast is for Christian women of all beautiful shades to get psychological education, applications, and biblical strategies to support them as they heal from childhood trauma and deepen their relationship with Christ.
I invite you to join me on the Podcast, and I look forward to connecting with you, my friend.