In a world where stress affects us all, often causing more harm than we realize, it's crucial to understand its impact. In this episode of Faith on the Journey, Reverend Jocelyn and Dr. Leona Allen talk about stress and how it affects our bodies and minds. They share helpful tips for handling stress and finding peace. Join us as we learn to manage stress and find healing together.

Podcast Highlights

02:10: How stress impacts our lives

05:12: The difference between healthy stress and toxic stress

10:07: How does stress physically affect our bodies?

12:50: The detrimental normalization of chronic stress and the importance of recognizing and managing its impact on health.

15:29: What are the mental and mindfulness techniques an individual can use to manage toxic stress?

23:04: Advice to an individual going through prolonged toxic stress

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In a society that often teaches boys “not to cry” or to “be strong,” there are men who have grown up to believe that it is unacceptable to show sadness, disappointment, or any vulnerability. Instead, their hurt may show up as anger, aggression, or sexual conquest.  In this episode of Faith on the Journey, Rev. Jocelyn and Dr. Robert Marshall have a candid conversation about dismantling toxic masculinity and creating safe spaces for men to express themselves so they can journey toward healing and wholeness. 

Podcast Highlights

01:56: Growing up in poverty and experiencing childhood abuse

04:05: Why is anger a common response for men who suppress their emotions, and how can they work through it?

09:37: The impact of the heavy emotional burdens men carry and the resulting collateral damage on themselves and others.

14:48: What kind of reflection is needed to become self-aware of true emotions?

19:29: The need for healing past traumas to prevent emotional immaturity in relationships

23:06: What are the steps someone can take to heal from anger that is affecting their loved ones?

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In this episode of faith on the journey, the guest speaker Rachel Shirley discusses grieving the loss of a pet. She shares from her personal experience losing a beloved horse and dog, and the grief that ensued. Rachel provides insight into the deep bonds we can form with animals, and strategies for coping with pet loss. Tune in to this episode for comfort and wisdom on navigating this profound grief.

Podcast Highlights

01:46: The Impact of Pet Loss on Family

04:04: Discussing the emotional depth and capacity for grief in pets

05:17: How can we describe pet loss to those who haven't deeply connected with their own emotions?

12:03: Navigating the complex emotions of grief and loss associated with losing a pet

17:53: What are some of the principles for an individual who's experiencing pet grief?

22:47: Finding rituals or practices to remember pets fondly and create happy memories while navigating through the pain of loss.

26:17: Words of encouragement for individuals going through pet loss.

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In this episode of Faith on the Journey, the guest speaker Dr. Phyllis West discusses community trauma and its impact on family attachment. She shares personal experiences with childhood trauma and the resilience needed to heal unhealthy attachments across generations. Tune in to learn about recovering from trauma and strengthening family bonds, to heal from intergenerational trauma.

Podcast Highlights

01:40: The interconnectedness between community communal trauma and its impact on families

03:12: How does poverty-related decision-making affect familial attachment and child development?

07:14: Exploring the long-term struggles individuals may face due to broken attachment bonds during childhood.

13:38: What is attachment? 

14:30: The role of voice in the healing process from trauma.

16:20: Exploring the impact of past circumstances on forming unhealthy attachments

19:25: Words of encouragement to an individual going through family related trauma

23:33: What does healing look like?

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Sexual consent matters, even within marriage, and when this fundamental right is violated, it not only constitutes sexual abuse but, in some cases, is considered marital rape. Join us for a candid conversation with Rev. Jocelyn and her special guest, Christine Hammond, as they discuss healthy sexual boundaries, the negative impacts of sexual coercion, and how sexual intimacy should be expressed through mutuality and choice rather than power over another individual.

Podcast Highlights

02:28: Impact of childhood abuse, both direct and indirect

04:43: What is Marital rape?

06:43: How theological worldviews may influence beliefs about consent within marriage and relationships

11:12: The importance of being aware of the harm caused by misunderstood messages regarding abuse

18:56: Ways to address sexual abuse within a marriage, by speaking to both parties involved

21:49: Recognizing the necessity of ending a marriage due to marital rape

26:27: Exploring self-reflection and accountability in abusive relationships without assigning blame

30:16: The importance of listening to one's inner voice, when navigating abusive situations

34:01: The healing process for survivors of sexual abuse, regardless of whether they choose to remain in their marriage.

36:42: How healing and transformation look like for those realizing they've been abusive to their spouse.

39:07: Advice to both individuals who have experienced abuse and those who have perpetrated it

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In this episode of Faith on the Journey, Shannon Ethridge discusses the impact sexual abuse can have on a marriage. She explores how the sexual trauma that someone experienced before marriage can impact someone’s ability to enjoy sexual pleasure and intimacy in the marriage bed. Rev. Jocelyn and Shannon highlight that sexual consent is still necessary within a marriage and that trust can be broken when boundaries are not respected. Shannon also sheds light on how we can take steps within marriage to create emotional safety, which can help a sexual violence survivor to heal. She also talks about finding healing through counseling, workshops, and open communication with your partner. Tune in to hear this powerful conversation on restoring broken trust and reclaiming sexual intimacy within marriage.

In this episode of Faith on the Journey, Pastor Drew Singleton shares his powerful testimony of experiencing trauma at a young age, making unhealthy choices as a result, and finally finding healing through counseling and reconnecting with God. Tune in to hear this vulnerable story of overcoming shame and pain to walk in freedom and use his experience to help others.

Podcast Highlights

01:50: The impact of sexual abuse at an early age

11:46: Exploring the unmerited trauma

12:11: The importance of seeking therapy during the healing process

13:04: The challenging yet transformative journey of confronting and sharing traumatic experiences

21:09: Finding purpose and meaning in personal trauma, understanding it as a pathway to helping others and achieving spiritual maturity.

22:23: Describing what healing is like - feeling free, healthy, having life back

27:15: Traumatizing others who weren't involved in the original trauma

33:44: Encouraging others to seek healing for their trauma

35:40: The importance of God, therapy, and community in the healing process

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9mFIIKnPY8&t=237s

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Join Dr. Perry and Dr. Pierre as they have an important discussion with Reverend Jocelyn Jones about clergy sexual misconduct, a hidden sin plaguing churches. They discuss how pornography addiction, isolation, suppressed emotions, and lack of accountability for pastors increases risk, and the unique trauma when clergy abuse their power. Tune in to learn why this issue must be addressed and how we can create safer church communities.

Podcast Highlights

02:36: The importance of addressing clergy sexual failure in the church

06:11: The consequences for the church when a pastor grapples with pornography addiction.

08:33: Exploring the specific trauma experienced when clergy engage in sexual misconduct

11:17: How does victim-blaming impact an individual in cases of abuse within the church community?

15:48: Why is the lack of accountability and isolation among pastors and church leaders so dangerous?

19:46: Ways the church can implement systems, practices, and policies to prevent sexual misconduct. 

22:46: The detrimental effects of suppressing our feelings and emotions.

26:50: What would help to create healing after sexual abuse in the church?

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Starting the journey of healing from sexual trauma can be daunting, yet crucial for reclaiming one's sense of self and intimacy. Join Reverend Ramelia Williams as she candidly explores the complexities of sexual assault awareness and recovery. Through personal anecdotes and expert insights, this episode offers a compassionate space for survivors to find solace, understanding, and guidance on their path toward healing.

Podcast Highlights

02:13: How common is sexual assault?

05:08: Misconceptions about who experiences sexual violence  

07:18: Sexual violence is about power and control, not sex

10:59 The impact of societal judgment and victim-blaming on survivors of traumatic experiences

14:07 Strategies to overcome trauma and release the burdens of shame associated with sexual violence.

18:44 What can the church do to really help to not only address sexual violence, but to combat it? 

22:06 The importance mpowering children through age-appropriate resources to understand and advocate for consent and prevent sexual violence

24:06 Words of encouragement to survivors or current victims of sexual abuse.

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