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Have you experienced chronic trauma?🤔 Are you or someone you know experiencing chronic symptoms? Could it be CPTSD? 🎧Learn about Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) in this week's episode. ➡️ What is it? ➡️ What are the symptoms? ➡️ Can it happen to Christians? ➡️ How can it affect your health? ➡️ How can it affect your faith? ➡️ Is there help and hope for healing? Don't suffer in silence thinking you're a 'bad' Christian. Gain understanding,💡turn on the light with 'aha' moments, and be encouraged by real life stories and compassionate explanations to start helping yourself and others. https://lnkd.in/e82g2NNk

In the journey towards sobriety, one’s faith can be a powerful guiding light. At the Elijah House foundation, we understand the profound impact that faith-based programs can have on individuals […] Read More is our latest article on Hope and Healing. #FaithInRecovery #sudtreatment #biblestudy #FaithInGod #guidinglight #hopeandhealing https://lnkd.in/gQc-8rjw

#DecolonisingWellbeing  ❤️🩹 Leaving generational trauma wounds unhealed perpetuates cycles of oppression! 🔁 Does #History really ‘repeat itself?’ What if we were able to change its course by breaking the status quo through radical #Healing? When we honour and let go of our past, and take responsibility for our present, we realise our power to shape a better future. 🙏 The ‘passing down’ of generational trauma might look different to every individual and community. Let’s all take time this week, and whenever we can, to consider what wounds we might need or want to heal, and how we can do this ourselves or with each others’ help. Together, we can end generational curses! ❤️🩹 Read more at 🔗 https://bit.ly/3CdZief #WeAreManushyan ♾️ Equal Human Beings #GenerationalTrauma #CollectiveCare #CommunityCare  #Decolonisation  #GenerationalHealing #MentalHealth  #LetGo #EndOppression #Freedom #GlobalSouthHealing  #GlobalSouth #TruthTelling #History #Wisdom #Wellbeing #Wellness #CollectiveHealing #Liberation #MentalLiberation  #RadicalAcceptance  #GlobalLiberation #SpiritualLiberation  #MentalHealth  #MentalHealthAwareness

Before I was a counselor, I did not know the vastness of my lack of self-awareness. It was and is vast as I continue to grow in my self-awareness. Understanding how much our parents told us about ourselves, others, and God continues to be revealed, and it is mind-boggling. As we strive to become trauma-informed in our ministry, let’s remember that actual change comes not from mere words but from a deep understanding and authority on the topics we address. It’s time to embrace vulnerability, cultivate self-awareness, and create a safe space for healing. We can empower those we serve to step into their awareness. #TraumaInformedministry #SelfAwareness #HealingJourney #Empowerment #MinistryWithPurpose #SafeChurch ##SupportAndHeal #TransformLives

Did you know seminarians are often more likely than others to experience childhood trauma? This blog unpacks how adverse childhood experiences shape ministry and offers strategies for self-care and trauma-informed pastoral care. 💒 🌿 Dive into the article: https://lnkd.in/ePj7HUfD #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthandthechurch #pastoralcounselor #pastoralcounseling #selfcare #christiancounseling #christiancounselor #mentalhealthmatters

Understanding Generational Trauma in Indigenous Communities. In this insightful video, we explore the impact of generational trauma, particularly within Indigenous communities affected by historical events like residential schools. Hear firsthand experiences that highlight how past traumas shape the lives of the current generation, especially in remote locations. #GenerationalTrauma #IndigenousRights #MentalHealth #CommunityHealing #Resilience #TraumaAwareness #CulturalHeritage #HealingJourney #IndigenousVoices #MentalWellness

Fear And Caution (BLOG): Fear is a significant mental and emotional response that can be protective and detrimental, depending on the context and intensity with which it is experienced. https://lnkd.in/eeskV69Q

Understanding Generational Trauma in Indigenous Communities. In this insightful video, we explore the impact of generational trauma, particularly within Indigenous communities affected by historical events like residential schools. Hear firsthand experiences that highlight how past traumas shape the lives of the current generation, especially in remote locations. #GenerationalTrauma #IndigenousRights #MentalHealth #CommunityHealing #Resilience #TraumaAwareness #CulturalHeritage #HealingJourney #IndigenousVoices #MentalWellness

For every woman who feels weighed down by body image issues, shame, or past trauma. Get actionable steps and encouragement to break free from insecurities and start living with purpose and confidence, grounded in God's truth. In this powerful episode of Priorities on Purpose, Melissa Batt interviews Christian therapist and author of Image Restored, Rachael Gilbert, about overcoming body image insecurities, childhood trauma, and the emotional baggage that holds so many women back. Rachael’s book, Image Restored, is an interactive, faith-centered guide designed to help women tear down shame and rebuild their body image correctly using God's truth. This book invites women to experience lasting transformation by addressing deep-rooted insecurities and emotional scars, offering both practical advice and spiritual insights. Rachael shares her journey with body image struggles and how trauma, especially from childhood, can influence our self-image and lead to disordered eating, body dysmorphia, and negative self-worth. They dive into how emotional baggage, from both big and small traumas, shapes our perceptions of ourselves and why it’s important to address these wounds in a healthy, faith-based way.   Key Takeaways: [00:02] - Introduction to Rachael Gilbert:Meet Rachael Gilbert, Christian therapist and body image expert, as she shares her heart for helping women heal from trauma and body image insecurities. [08:34] - Understanding the Body Image Timeline:Rachael and Melissa discuss the "body image timeline" concept and how childhood experiences, including trauma, influence women’s struggles with body image later in life. [12:59] - The Hidden Struggles Behind the Surface:Melissa and Rachael talk about the dangers of judging others based on appearances and how many women struggle with body image issues despite looking put together on the outside. [17:50] - The Emotional Impact of Trauma:Rachael shares her own story and why she emphasizes the emotional and spiritual aspects of healing. She also addresses the connection between trauma, body image issues, and disordered eating. [22:20] - The Healing Process with God’s Help:Rachael talks about how healing from body image insecurities and trauma requires a faith-centered approach, and why God’s truth is key to lasting restoration. [30:39] - Encouragement for Women Who Feel Stuck:Melissa and Rachael offer hope and encouragement to women who feel overwhelmed by their insecurities, trauma, or the fear of confronting their past. They emphasize the importance of doing this healing work, not just for ourselves but for future generations. 🌟 Take Your Time Back Guide is NOW available for FREE DOWNLOAD   Are you ready to do the work but feel like you don’t have time? That’s your sign to download this free guide! Learn practical steps to reclaim your time and start prioritizing what matters most. Download the Take Your Time Back guide here.    Connect with Rachael Gilbert: Book