Trauma Healing Series by ESD Global

Trauma Healing Series by ESD Global

WELCOME TO ESD GLOBAL’S EXCITING NEW PODCAST SERIES ON TRAUMA HEALING! In a world filled with everyday challenges and deep-seated traumas, we at ESD Global believe in the power of healing. That’s why we’ve launched this special series dedicated to exploring the journey of trauma recovery and empowerment. From the scars of wars to the complexities of personal relationships, from workplace stress to health struggles, and everything in between, we understand the profound impact of unhealed traumas on individuals and communities alike. Join us as we bring together a diverse range of experts, including clinical psychologists, trauma-informed yoga instructors, martial artists, therapists, and everyday heroes who have triumphed over their own traumas. Their insights and stories will inspire, educate, and uplift you. Get ready for a transformative experience across 10 episodes, where we delve into topics like ’The Intersection of Trauma and Empowerment,’ ’Healing Trauma through Movement,’ ’Creating Safe Spaces,’ ’Building Bridges and Spreading Sunshine,’ ’Tales of Triumph: Sharing Stories, Spreading Smiles,’ and ’Teacher TLC: Embracing the Zen and Zest of Self-Care. Stay tuned for each new episode release, and embark on a journey of healing, growth, and resilience with us. You won’t want to miss a single moment of this life-affirming series!

Episodes

September 26, 2024 27 mins

Welcome to Episode 9 of our trauma healing series. In this episode, Tiffany Taylor, LCSW, BCD—Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Motivational Speaker, Sex Therapist, and Pleasure Coach—shares insights on healing from sexual trauma and the importance of reclaiming intimacy and pleasure as part of the recovery journey.

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Join activist and feminist Gabriela Rojas-Lozano as she delves into a decolonial approach to transgenerational trauma through Empowerment Self-Defense (ESD). Learn how reclaiming power and agency can heal and strengthen resilience across generations.

 

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Discover the 7th Episode of Our Trauma-Healing Series! 

Join us for an enlightening and transformative episode featuring Ijeoma Ann Nwafor, an experienced psychologist, as she delves into the Neurobiology of Trauma. Learn how trauma impacts the brain, nervous system, and body, and discover the profound ways our bodies respond to traumatic experiences. With over 20 years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LCPC), Ije...

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Welcome to the 6th in our trauma-healing series; this episode is titled ‘Exploring the Role of Boundaries in Trauma Healing and Teaching Practical Strategies for Setting and Respecting Boundaries in Self-Defense Training’.

In it, Lisa Gaeta, CEO and founder of IMPACT safety Southern California, shares her expertise on how boundary-setting can aid trauma recovery. With decade...

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Welcome to the fifth episode of our Trauma-Healing series, where we explore 'Creating Safe Spaces: The Importance of Inclusive Environments for Trauma Survivors.' Psychotherapist Sarah Rees shares insights from her healing journey and discusses the role of friends, family, counselors, and community in supporting trauma survivors.

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Welcome to this episode of our Trauma-Healing series. Today, we explore the topic of "Self-Care for Instructors." In this episode, we examine the various types of traumas that self-defense instructors and other support providers for survivors may encounter. We also discuss strategies for self-care to prevent burnout.

 

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Tasha is an empowerment self-defense and yoga instructor, female entrepreneur, course creator, author, podcaster, blogger, and the founder/owner of ElleLiveAction. 

Tasha shares about her journey with trauma and how exercise played a pivotal role in her healing process. She shares how movement can be a powerful for individuals looking to reclaim their lives post-trauma.

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In this episode, our esteemed guest, Casandra Hitzman, an American feminist and anti-racist advocate, brings forth valuable insights.

Drawing upon her extensive experience, she explores how fostering empathy can serve as a transformative solution. Cassie sheds light on her years of assisting individuals who have caused harm to others, guiding them through the identification and healing of underlying traumas that influence their beh...

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Welcome to the inaugural episode of the ESD Global Trauma-Healing Series. In this episode, titled ”Telling Our Stories”, our esteemed guest, Idara Ekanem, a Nigerian-born lawyer based in the United States, courageously shares her personal journey through grief, depression, and ultimately, healing following the loss of her child.

Join us as we embark on a poignant exploration of resilience, hope, and the power of storytelling in the...

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