Arukah Project, trauma-informed care, emotional freedom techniques, prison rehabilitation, mental health, adverse childhood experiences, somatic techniques, community support, wellbeing, resilience

Summary

The conversation centres around the Arukah Project, founded by Sharon Osterfield and Aga Kehinde, which aims to provide trauma-informed care and emotional freedom techniques (EFT) to support individuals, particularly in prison settings. They discuss their personal experiences that led to the creation of the project, the importance of understanding trauma, and the effectiveness of EFT in managing stress and emotional dysregulation. The project focuses on psychoeducation, community support, and future initiatives to expand their reach and impact.

Takeaways

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Arukah Project

03:14 Foundational Experiences and Motivations

06:14 The Arukah Project's Focus on Trauma

08:34 Exploring the Prison Population

11:26 Understanding Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT)

14:37 Evidence and Effectiveness of EFT

17:01 Implementing the Arukah Project in Prisons

23:00 Understanding Trauma in Prison Environments

25:41 Barriers to Implementing Support Programs

28:33 Future Directions for the Arukah Project

34:32 Organizational Growth and Community Impact

38:31 Evidence-Based Practices in Trauma Support

40:22 Practical Wellbeing Tips for Listeners

42:12 Outro Oct 23  2.mp4