Did you know that transferable skills aren't just about our professional skills? In today's episode, Laura will start a 6 part series on transferable skills that are developed from the 6 core areas of our development. Listen as she unpacks how when we don't have inherent value or worth, other skills can be affected, i.e. conflict resolution, teamwork, integrity, and empathy. You can subscribe today on AccessMore or wherever you listen to podcasts so you don't miss an episode. 

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Adrienne Camp's new book "As For Me" is available now at LifeWay.com/asforme.

Do you realize that when we grow up feeling too much shame, it actually prevents us from feeling healthy shame? Today Laura will talk about the harm of growing up in a family that avoids shame altogether. She will unpack Dysfunctional Family Rules as introduced by John Bradshaw. You can subscribe today on AccessMore or wherever you listen to podcasts so you don't miss an episode.

Do you struggle with putting limits on yourself or have trouble with self-control or knowing what you feel? It's probably because the younger part of you is running the show! In today's episode, Laura will talk about how to actually reparent the younger parts of you based on what they needed growing up. She will talk about addressing feelings, validating self, and setting limits when you need them. You can subscribe today on AccessMore or wherever you listen to podcasts so you don't miss an episode.

Did you know that when you feel young, you probably are functioning from a young place? In today's episode, Laura will discuss how to identify the moments that you slip into an unhealthy state, discover how old you feel and how to enter in with that younger part of you. You can subscribe today on AccessMore or wherever you listen to podcasts so you don't miss an episode.

"When I Talk to God, I Talk About You" is available now at PenguinRandomHouse.com

Do you want to know more about complex trauma and whether or not you might have experienced it? In today's episode, Laura will shed light on the idea of complex trauma and what it means. She will use an example from her own story to show you what it means and how to care for yourself if you have experienced complex trauma. You can subscribe today on AccessMore or wherever you listen to podcasts so you don't miss an episode.

"When I Talk to God, I Talk About You" is available now at PenguinRandomHouse.com

Did you know that there are multiple levels and kinds of trauma? In today's episode, Laura will unpack the basics of trauma, the difference between overt and covert trauma, the importance of regulation, and a few other concepts. This episode is a good introduction to trauma and it's many faces. You can subscribe today on AccessMore or wherever you listen to podcasts so you don't miss an episode.

"When I Talk to God, I Talk About You" is available now at PenguinRandomHouse.com

Do you wonder if your mental health journey will ever end? In today's episode, Laura will talk about the idea that healing is an ongoing journey. She will talk about how the idea of growth will include a sense of humility, an openness to what God has for us (whether we like it or not), and that it will be uncomfortable. She will even share a little more of her own story. You can subscribe today on AccessMore or wherever you listen to podcasts so you don't miss an episode! 

"When I Talk to God, I Talk About You" is available now at PenguinRandomHouse.com

Here’s a preview of what’s coming up on Season 2 of Encountering You!

After a short break, I am coming back rejuvenated and excited to be with you again. I wanted to take some time to let you in on what the new season is going to look like!  

In this season of Encountering You, we are going to dive a little deeper into some familiar topics like your family of origin and why it’s important, boundaries, our value as humans, reparenting and codependence to name a few. We are going to talk about helpful tools and resources to help you along your own journey toward health. You are going to grow but we are also going to continue to have a little bit of fun along the way.  

You can subscribe to the podcast now on AccessMore or wherever you listen to podcasts so you don’t miss an episode.  I can’t wait to be with you!

Do you struggle with the idea of forgiveness? In today's episode, Laura will differentiate between forgiveness and reconciliation, the benefits of actual forgiveness, and what to do if you notice a place in your life where forgiveness might be hard but necessary for you to move forward. New episodes drop every Wednesday, so be sure to subscribe so you never miss one!

"When I Talk to God, I Talk About You" is available now at PenguinRandomHouse.com

Do you see one parent as the "villain" and the other as an "angel"? One of the ways that our boundaries are shaped is when one parent holds the other accountable for their behavior. Today, Laura will talk about why this is important, what happens, and how it affects you in adulthood. New episodes drop every Wednesday, so be sure to subscribe so you never miss one!

"When I Talk to God, I Talk About You" is available now at PenguinRandomHouse.com