In this conversation, Melissa chats with Julia about her experience with trauma and abuse. Julia shares her journey of healing and how she has been able to guard her heart and create a healthy life for herself and her family. She emphasizes the importance of taking ownership of one's own healing and making the choice to forgive. Julia also highlights the role of Jesus in her transformation and encourages others to seek support and connect with people who can walk alongside them in their healing journey.

Key Takeaways: 

Chapters

06:26 Addressing the Weighty Topic of Trauma and Abuse

07:49 Life Growing Up and Early Signs of Abuse

12:51 The Moment Everything Changed: Abuse Resumes

25:52 Impact of Abuse on Behaviors and Relationships

31:54 The Moment of Transformation: Meeting Jesus

37:01 Guarding the Hearts of Children

39:48 Taking Ownership of Healing and Choosing Forgiveness

42:29 Encouragement for Those on the Healing Journey

Keywords

trauma, abuse, healing, forgiveness, Jesus, support, transformation