Welcome back to another episode of Healing Reignited. Today, we’re diving into one of the hardest and most overlooked parts of the healing process - the messy middle. The messy middle is that space where the initial shock has worn off, but the hope of “feeling better” still feels far away. It’s the part of healing that feels exhausting, overwhelming, and sometimes even discouraging. You might wonder if you’re moving forward at all, or if you’re stuck for good.

In this episode, I’m unpacking:

• Why the messy middle is a normal and necessary part of healing
• The psychological and emotional reasons it often feels worse before it feels better
• The importance of giving yourself grace in this stage
• Small but powerful ways to keep showing up for yourself when it feels heavy

If you’re in that season where it feels like you’re walking through mud, this episode is for you. You’ll leave with a better understanding of why this stage matters and how to trust that growth is still happening beneath the surface. 

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Healing Reignited is a Regnited Media LLC production and an extension of The Reignited Project. A movement to navigate grief, embrace mental wellness, and reignite your inner fire. To learn more about The Reignited Project visit thereignitedproject.com

Burnout doesn’t just mean you’re tired, it’s a warning sign. In this week’s episode of Healing Reignited, I’m diving into the hidden cost of carrying too much for too long and how setting boundaries can protect your energy, your relationships, and your peace. I’ll walk you through what burnout really looks like (beyond just exhaustion), the subtle signs you may be missing, and why boundaries can feel so hard to set, especially for caregivers, trauma survivors, and those of us who are used to putting everyone else first. Together, we’ll explore practical tools to help you pause before saying yes, let go of guilt, and begin building rhythms that are sustainable instead of overwhelming. 

What you’ll hear in this episode:

• The physical, emotional, and relational cost of burnout
• Why boundaries feel so hard (and why they’re actually survival, not selfishness)
• Subtle signs you may need new boundaries
• Tools for saying no with confidence and making rest a priority
• How to create rhythms that sustain you long-term
• The connection between burnout and identity and how to start rediscovering yourself

If you’ve been running on empty, this episode is your reminder: you don’t have to carry it all.

📅 New episodes drop every Monday — so make sure you follow the show so you don’t miss a single conversation.

💌 Want to share your story or be featured in a future episode?
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Healing Reignited is a Regnited Media LLC production and an extension of The Reignited Project. A movement to navigate grief, embrace mental wellness, and reignite your inner fire. To learn more about The Reignited Project visit thereignitedproject.com

In this powerful episode of Healing Reignited, I sit down with my friend Crystal Gutierrez (an award-winning journalist turned advocate) to talk about what it really means to walk beside grieving families while protecting your own peace. Crystal spent over 15 years as a news reporter and anchor before creating Beyond The Case, a YouTube true crime series dedicated to missing persons and the families still searching for answers. She’s shared space with parents, siblings, and loved ones who live every day with uncertainty, and she’s carried their stories with deep care and integrity. 

We talk about:

• What “walking beside grief” truly looks like in advocacy work
• The emotional weight of telling these stories and how to manage it
• The impact of secondary trauma on familes and advocates
• Mental wellness practices that protect your peace in heavy work
• Crystal's own personal journey of loss
• Finding hope, resilience, and purpose in the midst of loss

Whether you’re navigating your own grief, working in advocacy, or simply seeking insight into the human side of true crime storytelling, this conversation is filled with honesty, hope, and practical takeaways for sustaining your heart in difficult work. 

If you’ve found hope, encouragement, or connection in this episode, please follow the show and share it with someone who needs to hear this message.

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💌 Want to share your story or be featured in a future episode?
Email me at: [email protected]

📬Subscribe to The Weekly FireBee for encouragement, behind-the-scenes access, and healing tools sent straight to your inbox every Friday: thereignitedproject.com/jointhehive

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Healing Reignited is a Regnited Media LLC production and an extension of The Reignited Project. A movement to navigate grief, embrace mental wellness, and reignite your inner fire. To learn more about The Reignited Project visit thereignitedproject.com

If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “I should be over this by now” or “Why am I still struggling?” - I want you to take a deep breath with me, because this episode is for you.

Today, we’re talking about a phrase I’ve come back to over and over again in my own journey: healing is not a timeline — it’s a lifetime.

We live in a world that celebrates the bounce-back, but here’s the truth - grief, trauma, and healing don’t follow a calendar. They don’t care what society says you “should” be feeling by now, and you’re not behind. Not even a little.

In this episode, I’m sharing:

• Why healing doesn’t have an expiration date
• How to stop comparing your process to anyone else’s
• The power of micro-celebrations when progress feels slow
• Ways to handle triggers and setbacks without feeling like you’ve failed
• Gentle reminders for the days you feel like you’re “back at square one”

I’m also sharing some stats and research that prove what you might already feel deep down — there is no “normal” timeline for grief or recovery, and it’s okay for your healing to take as long as it needs.

So if you’ve been feeling the pressure to “move on,” or you’ve been wondering why it still hurts after all this time, let this episode be your permission to release that pressure and meet yourself right where you are...

📅 New episodes drop every Monday — so make sure you follow the show so you don’t miss a single conversation.

💌 Want to share your story or be featured in a future episode?
Email me at: [email protected].

📬Subscribe to The Weekly FireBee for encouragement, behind-the-scenes access, and healing tools sent straight to your inbox every Friday: thereignitedproject.com/jointhehive

⬇️ Download the FREE 7-day Reset: thereignitedproject.com/reigniteyourfire

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Healing Reignited is a Regnited Media LLC production and an extension of The Reignited Project. A movement to navigate grief, embrace mental wellness, and reignite your inner fire. To learn more about The Reignited Project visit thereignitedproject.com

This episode is one I know so many of us need — whether you’re in the early stages of grief or still carrying a loss that others have forgotten. Grief is so much more than sadness. It can be quiet, confusing, heavy, and unpredictable — and it doesn’t always follow a death. I’ve walked through grief that had no funeral, no closure, and no space to be named. If you’ve ever felt that too… you’re not alone. In this conversation, I’m sharing:

• What grief really looks like (and why it’s not always obvious)
• How trauma and loss can show up as burnout, numbness, anxiety, or even overworking
• The pressure to “move on” — and why that mindset is harmful
• What helped me process my own grief when nothing else made sense
• Why there’s no one-size-fits-all healing journey — and how to honor your pace

Whether you’re grieving a loved one, a version of yourself, a season of life, or something that’s hard to explain — this episode will remind you that your pain is valid and your healing matters.

💌 Subscribe to The Weekly FireBee for encouragement, behind-the-scenes access, and healing tools sent straight to your inbox every Friday: thereignitedproject.com/jointhehive

⬇️ Download the FREE 7-day Reset: thereignitedproject.com/reigniteyourfire

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Healing Reignited is a Regnited Media LLC production and an extension of The Reignited Project. A movement to navigate grief, embrace mental wellness, and reignite your inner fire. To learn more about The Reignited Project visit thereignitedproject.com

Welcome to the first episode of Healing Reignited — the podcast where we hold space for grief, talk honestly about trauma, and begin to reignite the fire within. I’m your host, Jen Rivera — a certified grief coach, investigative podcaster, survivor, and advocate who works alongside families navigating unimaginable loss and trauma. In this deeply personal episode, I’m sharing the story behind Healing Reignited — how my own experiences with trauma, burnout, and grief became the catalyst for a movement rooted in hope, healing, and purpose.

This podcast is more than just stories — it’s a safe, empowering space where:

• We acknowledge the weight of grief and complex trauma
• We talk about healing through mental health, faith, and resilience
• We remember that healing isn’t a straight line — it’s a lifetime
• And we remind one another that it’s never too late to reignite your inner fire

Whether you’re in the middle of your healing journey, just beginning, or supporting someone who is — this space was made for you.

💌 Subscribe to The Weekly FireBee for encouragement, behind-the-scenes access, and healing tools sent straight to your inbox every Friday: thereignitedproject.com/jointhehive

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Welcome to Healing Reignited, a podcast designed to help you navigate life’s toughest challenges—grief, trauma, and mental wellness struggles. Hosted by Jen Rivera, a sexual assault survivor, advocate, and someone who has personally walked the path of healing, this podcast is here to inspire, educate, and equip you with the tools to reignite your inner fire.

In this trailer episode, Jen introduces you to the Reignited Project movement and shares what you can expect from the show. You’ll hear raw, real survivor stories, gain mental wellness insights, and be empowered with practical steps to take control of your healing journey. Whether you’re healing from loss, facing trauma, or looking for a way to reignite your spark, this podcast is here to support you every step of the way. 

Get ready to reignite your inner fire! 🔥

Healing Reignited will be launching on August 4th, 2025, with weekly episodes filled with survivor stories, mental wellness insights, and healing tools.

You can listen to Healing Reignited wherever you enjoy podcasts.

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