Triumph Over Trauma!

Have you ever stopped flexing your talents, only to find them harder to showcase when you really needed to? You're not alone. This episode is a transparent exploration of the "use it or lose it" principle, I share personal reflections and urge you to keep shining your light, especially if past traumas are encouraging you not to. We'll unravel the real-life consequences of neglecting our bodies, skills and time. ...

Heard of the phrase "Be seen and not heard"? This episode is for all the people that life has tried to hide or silence. Join me on a journey beyond New Year's resolutions and into the realm of revelations.  Like the Samaritan woman's encounter at the well, we confront the vulnerabilities that surface when we step into the light, encouraging you to embrace every imperfection before God and those we hold dear.  Th...

 In our latest episode we delve into the question Jesus asked in Mark 9, and how it echoes in the chambers of our own childhood experiences.

•  What is Trauma?                                                                                                                                               Trauma is a deeply distressing or disturbing experience.  An emotional response to a terrible event like an accident, rape, abuse, o...

 It's like we all had the same year! A silent struggle to Triumph despite life's Trauma. So today I'm inviting you into a space of reflection and recognition. We're not just surviving; we're acknowledging our strength and progress, no matter how small.  I pray that you are encouraged as you listen and find inspiration in some of the resources provided in the show notes, including books and therapist details...

Hey there welcome back! Today, I invite you to join me on a thought-provoking exploration of the margins that confine us - margins of fear, guilt, shame, societal judgements, and past trauma. This episode is a heartfelt dialogue about the power of recognizing and stepping out of the margins in our lives.

What margins are you still grappling with? How do these invisible barriers affect your emotions and wellbeing? This epis...

Why is it, that within the black community, discussions surrounding mental health are often deemed taboo? This is a topic we've long grappled with and, in today's episode, we take this conversation head on. We unpack the poignant narrative in the film "A Snowy Day in Oakland" as it boldly magnifies the societal notions and stigmas revolving around mental health. The film opens a window into the belief that black...

Imagine growing up without a father figure - an absence that leaves an indelible mark on your soul. That's the journey I embarked on and continue to navigate, along with countless others who've experienced this unique pain. This episode of Triumph Over Trauma brings to light the poignant narrative of Kirk Franklin, his Father's Day documentary serving as our compass. We dissect the world wind of emotions stirred, ref...

It's betrayal of the worst kind, so why do we self-betray? Discover how this behavior is almost always rooted in unresolved trauma, explore the steps needed to avoid leaving your own truth for someone else's opinion!

•  What is Self-Betrayal ? Self-betrayal is a coping mechanism. We learn this conditioning when we’re raised in homes where we have to deny our needs (or our needs aren’t considered) to receive lov...

Uuum Chile Anyways.... This episode took forever to edit, complete and publish bc warfare is real, yet God is good! The most pivotal step in my trauma healing journey was to begin talking about it.  In doing so I discovered so many people whose stories were similar to mine who'd never had an opportunity to talk about it. In this episode, I'm revealing the importance of   finding the Space to talk about it and the Grace to...

Sis/Sir! The most pivotal step in my trauma healing journey was to begin talking about it.  In doing so I discovered so many people whose stories were similar to mine who'd never had an opportunity to talk about it. In this episode, I'm revealing the importance of   finding the Space to talk about it and the Grace to do something about it!  Ready, Let's go! Check out the description below for additional tips and reso...

There's an underestimated power in gratitude and thankfulness, but are you thankful for yourself too?  Today, we're rebuilding our self-esteem and becoming more aware of the gifts we are!   

•  What is Trauma?                                                                                                                                               Trauma is a deeply distressing or disturbing experience.  An emotional r...

Today, we're discussing the Netflix Series "Killer Sally" Do we live in a society that turns victims into villains?  Are we doing all we can to understand how Trauma and Abuse affects our families, churches, schools and communities?

•  What is Trauma?                                                                                                                                               Trauma is a deeply distre...

Everyone procrastinates, but not everyone is a procrastinator! In this episode I discuss how unresolved trauma may be the reason you put things off.

•  What is Trauma?                                                                                                                                               Trauma is a deeply distressing or disturbing experience.  An emotional response to a terrible event like an accident, rape, ...

In this episode, I discuss how I found biblical insight into issues like Trauma and Mental Health and how that insight freed me to begin my healing journey.

•  What is Trauma?                                                                                                                                               Trauma is a deeply distressing or disturbing experience.  An emotional response to a terrible event like an accident...

In this episode, I discuss discovery of my own mental health challenges as well as how I maintain balance and recovery from the chronic trauma I suffered.

•  What is Trauma?                                                                                                                                               Trauma is a deeply distressing or disturbing experience.  An emotional response to a terrible event like an accident, ...

Special Guest,Dr. Kia Everett joins us to discuss Bridging the Gap Between Faith and Mental Illness. Can we really be made whole?  

•  What is Trauma?                                                                                                                                               Trauma is a deeply distressing or disturbing experience.  An emotional response to a terrible event like an accident, rape, abuse, or natural...

I didn't think forgiveness was something they deserved, but it became the bridge I needed to cross over into healing from my past. 

•  What is Trauma?                                                                                                                                               Trauma is a deeply distressing or disturbing experience.  An emotional response to a terrible event like an accident, rape, ab...

Afraid, you'll never be free? Afraid the relationship won't work out, or that the business will fail? Is your self-worth miscued by rejection and abandonment? Let's discover how those lies keep you from reaching your potential and living the life you really want.

•  What is Trauma?                                                                                                                               ...

Have you noticed traumatic learned behaviors showing up in your children? Are you emotionally unavailable as a parent? Are your expectations of your child, unrealistic because of perfectionism? My family and I have dive into these difficult conversations in hopes to end the cycle of generational trauma.

• How to cope with Trauma

“Talk to a few trusted people, open up about your struggle, seek online support grou...