Through the Fire: Trauma | Transparency | Triumph

Have you ever been accused of playing the victim? Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share the realness and validity of trauma. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss: The effects of trauma, How to overcome a victim mindset, How your thought life effects your recovery, How to not minimize others trauma, and The difference between a growth mindset and a fixed mindset. 

Reference: Growth Mindset vs. Fixed Mindset: How What You Think Affects What You Achieve by Jennifer Smith

Reference: Victory (song) - Yolanda Adams

Scripture References: Romans 8:37 (NLT) and John 5:1-16 (NKJV)

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Sensitivity is the ability to be able to feel. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as the share the two sides of sensitivity. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss: The meaning of sensitivity, How trauma can cause you to be either hypersensitive or hyposensitive, The importance of emotional intelligence, How being in tune to others is necessary for healthy relationships, and How balanced levels of sensitivity can lead to a healthy life. 

Reference: Sensitivity Definitions - Merriam Webster Dictionary

Reference: Sensitivity of Man by Issac and Elana Curry - Redefined TV 

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Life has its ups and downs and so do our emotions. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share how to acknowledge emotions and to be okay with not being okay. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss: Various emotions, The importance of identifying emotions, How expressing emotions isn’t a weakness, How it’s okay to ask for help during emotional times, How freedom can be found in vulnerability, and How “I feel” statements can lead to better self-awareness. 

Reference: EmC Leaders - emcleaders.com

Reference: Wheel of Emotions the Definitive Guide by Sai Blackbym / April 13, 2022 - Coach Foundation

Reference: Plutchik’s Wheel of Emotions Exploring the Emotional Wheel - Coach Foundation

Reference: The Emotional Intelligence Network (free PDF download) - Sixseconds.org

Reference: It’s Okay (song) - Maverick City Music (featuring Chandler Moore) 

Scripture Reference: Hebrews 4:15 (AMP)

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To everything there is a season. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share highlights and recap some of the most memorable moments on their podcast journey. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss episodes 25-30 as follows: “It Ain’t Over,” “Transitions,” “Trust After Trauma,” “Triggered,” “Come Out of Hiding,” and “Mini Me.”

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To everything there is a season. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share highlights and recap some of the most memorable moments on their podcast journey. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss episodes 19-24 as follows: “Me, Myself, & I,” “The Silent Treatment,” “It’s About You, Boo,” “Unqualified,” “Come Up Higher,” and “Stay in the Lines.”

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For more on Montez Dove, follow her on Instagram @thepoeticinsp and Facebook @MontezDove or visit the poeticinspirations.com

To everything there is a season. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share highlights and recap some of the most memorable moments on their podcast journey. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss episodes 13-18 as follows: “The Ugly Cry,” “Burning Out of Control,” “YOLO,” “Who Are You?,” “Trust the Re-Route,” and “Going Viral.”

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For more on Montez Dove, follow her on Instagram @thepoeticinsp and Facebook @MontezDove or visit thepoeticinspirations.com

To everything there is a season. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas  as they share highlights and recap some of the most memorable moments on their podcast journey. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss episodes 7-12 as follows: “Failing is Fruitful,” “Trauma or Drama?,” “Mask Off,” “The F Word,” “You Better Think!,” and “Oh, Good Grief!”

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To everything there is a season. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share highlights and recap some of the most memorable moments on their podcast journey. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss episodes 1-6 as follows: “Show Up Shaking,” “I Smell Smoke,” “Beauty for Ashes,” “We’re All in This Together,” “It Almost Didn’t Happen - Part 1,” and “It Almost Didn’t Happen - Part 2.”

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Have you ever downplayed your Trauma? Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share the importance of not minimizing your pain. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss: What it means to minimize, Signs that minimize trauma, The importance of rest, and How to see yourself in a more positive way.

Minimize Definition: Merriam Webster

Reference: Psychology Today, “Are You Minimizing Your Trauma? Here’s  How to Tell,” by Robin Khoddam, PhD

Reference: Royalty by Tasha  Cobbs Leonard (Song)

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Hiding is what we do when we don't want to be discovered. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share the importance of coming out of hiding to accomplish your purpose. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss: Circumstances that cause you to hide, How hiding can prevent intimacy with God, How self-preservation can hinder purpose, How to prioritize purpose over self-preservation,  and How not to undervalue your gifts. 

Song lyrics: Out of Hiding (Father's Song) by Steffany Gretzinger

Reference: The Esther Anointing: Becoming A Woman of Prayer, Courage, and Influence by Michelle McClain-Walters (Book)

Scripture Reference: Mark 8:34-35 (EASY), 1 John 1:9 (NKJV), Psalm29:25 (NKJV), and Joshua 1:9 (NKJV)

Join Through the Fire Podcast on Facebook @throughthefirepodcasts and Instagram @throughthefirepodcast

For more on Cedricia Thomas, follow her on Instagram and Facebook @cedriciathomas

For more on Montez Dove, follow her on Instagram @thepoeticinsp and Facebook @MontezDove or visit thepoeticinspirations.com