When trauma enters our stories, and there is not someone to walk with us through it, emotional immaturity can be a very natural consequence. If we acknowledge this as a part of our story, we can learn to skill build, manage anxiety, and heal - but seeing the immaturity for what it is will be key!

When trauma is a part of our story, our thoughts, behaviors, and emotions are all affected. When healing is a part of our journey, those same pieces, through time and intentional effort, will experience relief. But it's a lengthy journey! Dive into my personal narrative about how trauma permeates so many things. Also, there is a bonus tech snafu to keep listeners entertained! #alwaysabeginner

Anger is going to show up for every one of us because life involves pain and hard stuff happens. The question we have to ask ourselves is how can we both acknowledge our anger and use it for growth. It is possible. Tune in to find out more.

Just because we are walking towards health does not mean that others are cheering us on. There may be a cost to us to bettering ourselves - and sometimes it is a steep price to pay. But the pain of change does not mean we are on the wrong track.

Sometimes, we let ourselves off the hook too easily. Other times, we let those we love off the hook. Neither action helps develop character. Bold, honest engagement with self and others will help us cultivate character that influences others well.

There are so many divisive issues surrounding us right now. Perhaps we are still developing our point of view, but we should also be developing our character. We have to love well, even when the topic is controversial.

There are some questions that can yield painful understanding about our lives and what we tolerate. However, not asking the tough questions may also lead to pain. Listen to hear why can't vs. won't are important answers to chase down and ask about those with whom we engage.

Word choice matters. Culturally, the terms crisis and trauma have been co-opted to talk about minor inconveniences or things that make us uncomfortable. Lets dive into what these words really mean and why we should use them correctly!

We need to acknowledge that the past has happened, work through the tough stuff, and move forward into our present and future as intentionally as possible. Change is possible. Healing is possible.

If sexual abuse happens, kids will create stories about why it happened to them. If there is not an adult to walk with them through it, the stories become inaccurate very quickly. There's brain science to explain why. That's why loyalty to children who have been abused is vital.