In this Part 2 episode of our Perspectives on Hope, team members Richard, Becky, and Autumn share their experiences with Hope in their healing journeys.

Each one shares how they have found hope in the journey, how they have cultivated hope, and they share some of their favorite quotes about hope.

They even include some resources to support hope in the journey, including Becky reminding listeners of the Heart of a Woman retreat- www.theheartofawoman.net, coming up on May 8-10, 2025 in Wanship, UT.

We hope this episode is helpful in your healing journey.

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As we begin our 6th year of podcasting, reflecting back, the topic of Hope is something that has come up often throughout the years.

Hope has played a big part in our individual healing journeys, so we have decided to devote 2 episodes to share our experiences, what we have learned, and discoveries about hope.

This episode features team members Deb, Tiffany, and Erin answering questions like "What is hope?', "How have you held onto hope?", and we even share our favorite quotes about hope. We hope this episode is helpful in your healing journey.

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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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