Rise Up Restored host Becky shares information on meditation and trauma, reminders that meditation types are not one-size-fits-all and should be used with others tools, and gives 3 Tips for Trauma Informed Meditation.  She also shares the Village of Women meditation.  

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Becky sits down with Ali and Tiffany, both mothers who remarried after experiencing betrayal trauma in their previous marriages. Ali, a mother of two, and Tiffany, a mother of five, share their journeys of navigating remarriage while blending families, with children ranging from ages 13 to 23. They discuss the challenges and joys of remarriage, emphasizing the importance of personal healing and knowing the time they needed before entering a new relationship. Both women reflect on how betrayal trauma has shaped their dating and marriage experiences, from recognizing emotional triggers to building trust with their new husbands. They also explore the complexities of blending families, the value of therapy and self-care, and the transformative power of healing in remarriage, offering light and hope.

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Episode 73- Loving Kindness Meditation

Rise Up Restored host Becky reminds listeners about the benefits of self-compassion in healing from trauma that are discussed in episode 63 with Sheylley Dunford-Hardy.  She talks about the benefits of loving kindness and shares the “Loving Kindness Meditation” with listeners.

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Rise Up Restored  Episode 63- Self-Compassion with Sheylley Dunford-Hardy, LMFT

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In this heartfelt episode, Becky and Autumn sit down with Deb as she opens up about her deeply personal journey through marriage, faith, and the challenges of dealing with her husband's sexual addiction. Together, they explore themes of personal growth, spiritual awakening, and the complexities of trust in relationships. Deb shares her experience of denial, gaslighting, and ultimately, rediscovering her voice and faith as she navigates the emotional rollercoaster of a loved one's addiction.  Her story is a testament to the power of faith, personal growth, and the journey to rediscovering truth in relationships. Deb reminds listeners that “There is always hope.”

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Rise Up Restored host Becky talks about the benefits of body scan meditations and shares the Nurturing Your Heart Meditation with listeners.

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Becky sits down with Erin, one of the podcast copy editors, and each of their husband’s, Richard and Justin, to talk about what they have learned about how the Betrayer can best support the Betrayed.  After multiple anonymous questions about this topic, we wanted to make sure we talked about it!  

They group discusses when they realized support was needed for the betrayed, what things they tried that helped, and even a few things that didn’t help.  They also share some resources and additional thoughts from various friends who have been on this journey.  Richard shares that “Sometimes we are purchasing a million dollar marriage a dollar at a time.”  Justin reminds listeners that, “I can’t fix it, God Can. But there are ways I can support her in her efforts to work with God to find healing”.  We hope you enjoy this very powerful and vulnerable episode.

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Rise Up Restored host Becky sits down and shares some thoughts about and benefits of meditation, 5 basic tips to get started meditating, and shares the Tree Meditation with listeners.

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Becky and Autumn sit down with Patty to share her story of healing from betrayal trauma caused by her ex-husband’s pornography addiction. For many years, Patty experienced disconnection from God and others, having overwhelming feelings of insecurity and isolation. When she began attending group meetings and found connections with other women, she finally found healing tools. Through boundaries, personal scripture study, and other women in recovery, she has experienced hope. As it eventually became clear that she needed to divorce, Patty shares the peace she found through trauma work and connection with God.  “When the Lord’s backing us up, we’ve got all the power we need to do what’s right for us.”

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***Just a reminder to listeners that the topic of sexual health is an important step in the recovery journey, and if you are not yet in the place in your recovery to work on that piece, that is perfectly normal and okay. Listeners are invited to skip this episode if needed and rejoin on the next one!***

Becky, Autumn and Tiffany are joined by Sex Therapist Jessica Holfeltz to discuss listener questions about sex therapy.  Jessica shares what sex therapy is and what it is not. She reassures listeners that sex therapy involves talking and processing with the therapist, learning to communicate with their partners, and navigating the journey towards healthy sexuality. Jessica encourages listeners to get curious about all aspects of their sexuality. She shares the importance of listening to any pain in our bodies and instructs listeners that when pain in any form happens during sex, it is vital to stop and listen to our bodies. Sex therapy can help partners communicate and remove shame from the experience. She stresses the importance of honest communication and honoring the “no’s” so that our “yes’s” have more meaning. Jessica also teaches listeners that in order to have healthy sexuality, we must first have a healthy relationship with pleasure in general and learn how to navigate the voices of shame.

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Becky and Tiffany sit down with Hejdi to share her story of betrayal trauma and healing. Hejdi shares how even though her husband disclosed his porn use while they were dating, neither of them understood the “monster” it was.

Early in their marriage, her husband’s porn addiction caused a “numb cloud” in her life, making it difficult to access the emotions needed to connect with others. During a particularly dark time, she found support in women’s groups and church leaders, managing to feel God’s great love for her.

Learning about the surrender process and how to create and uphold healthy boundaries were also powerful sources of help.  “I put God in my center,” Hejdi says. “I know He has me. Putting Him as my focus, I could trust Him. The second I tried to sneak my husband back in my center…I felt more stressed and crazy.”

Though she still sometimes struggles with wanting to jump back in to try to control, Hejdi has found a lot of healing.  She says, “(God) is my healing. He’s why I’m able to get up each day. He’s why I have hope when it seems so dark.”

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