In today's episode of the Restored Living Podcast we are continuing our Series on "Tending to our Trees" by talking about the TRUNK and its role in our healing.

In this episode we explore the significance of understanding one's life story, the impact of grief, and the journey from harm to healing, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and processing past experiences to foster spiritual and emotional restoration. We also discuss the cyclical nature of grief, the impact of childhood trauma, and the importance of acknowledging the darker aspects of our stories. The metaphor of a tree's rings is used to illustrate how our experiences shape us, and they emphasize the need to engage with our emotions and bodies to foster healing. The conversation also touches on job transitions and the lessons learned from navigating difficult situations, ultimately encouraging listeners to embrace their stories and seek transformation.

Takeaways

• The importance of sharing personal stories for healing.
• Therapy and coaching can provide unique insights into personal growth.
• Understanding the trunk of our tree represents our life story and time.
• Grief is a necessary part of the healing process.
• Repentance is a gift that leads to restoration.
• Healing is a layered process, not a one-time event.
• Recognizing moments of harm in our stories is crucial for growth.

• The enemy targets our vulnerabilities repeatedly.

• Acknowledging reality is crucial for healing.
• Our bodies reveal the impact of our stories.
• Pain that is not addressed can be passed on to others.
• Transformation requires engaging with our pain.
• Living authentically means embracing our full story

00:00 - Welcome Back and Life Updates

09:49 - Tending to Our Trees: Introduction to the Series

20:09 - Understanding the Trunk: Our Stories and Time

30:05 - The Chasm: From Shalom to Healing

39:58 -Grief as a Bridge to Restoration

46:59 - Transforming Pain into Strength

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Love, Josh and Jae

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