In this episode of Echoes and Edges: The Broken and Beautiful Podcast, Patria introduces the practice of storywork, a narrative-focused trauma care approach rooted in the teaching of Dr. Dan Allender and The Allender Center.

Storywork invites us to revisit stories of harm and heartache in order to uncover how those moments have shaped our understanding of faith, hope, and love. Through attunement, containment, and the repair of rupture, storywork creates safe relational spaces where our fragmented stories can be held, honored, and reimagined with truth and compassion.

Patria shares:

• What storywork is and why it matters.
• How stories shape the way we see ourselves, others, and God.
• A tender example of childhood misattunement and its long-lasting impact.
• Dr. Dan Siegel’s framework of attunement, containment, and rupture repair as essential elements of healing.
• The transformative power of presence in story groups, coaching, and trusted relationships.

This is the first part of a multi-episode series exploring storywork as a path toward restoration, resilience, and rediscovering the deepest truths of who we are.

✨ Gentle Practice: Take a few slow breaths, jot down any memory or word that surfaced while listening, and ask yourself: What support do I need for this story?

📖 Resources & Mentions:

• The Allender Center – Narrative Focused Trauma Care Training: theallendercenter.org/offerings/trainings/
• 1 Corinthians 13
• Dr. Dan Siegel – Interpersonal Neurobiology: drdansiegel.com
• Recommended Resources Page thebrokenandbeautiful.com
• Storywork Groups & Coaching at The Broken and Beautiful: thebrokenandbeautiful.com

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Credits:
Echoes and Edges is Produced and Edited by: Stephen R. Sanders
Music Promoted by Envato
Echoes and Edges is a part of VividLivid Podcast Network - Where bruises speak and healing finds its voice.