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Forging a New Narrative: Healing from Unprocessed Trauma and Sexual Abuse
Manage episode 398936025 series 2884383
Unprocessed Trauma. In the aftermath of the unspeakable, our stories unfold—marked by the haunting echoes of anguish and distress.
In this episode of The Light Inside, host Jeffrey Besecker explores the profound impact of unprocessed trauma, specifically focusing on the pain and torment of sexual abuse.
He speaks with author and inspirational speaker Cindy Benezra, who shares her journey of resilience and redemption in navigating the healing process.
Through the lens of cognitive reappraisal and reframing, they discuss how to reclaim ownership of one's narrative and find solace amidst the wreckage of the past. This episode offers a compassionate hand and a guiding light for those on their own healing journey.
Timestamps:
[00:03:41] Cognitive reappraisal and healing.
[00:04:43] Emotional abuse and healing.
[00:11:38] Taking steps back for growth.
[00:15:05] Dissociation and self-loathing.
[00:17:41] Trauma and dissociation.
[00:24:52] Suppression of emotions.
[00:27:41] Empowerment through introspection and refection.
[00:31:43] Meditation and reconnection.
[00:35:38] Cellularly changing the body.
[00:41:09] Parenting and sharing traumatic experiences.
[00:45:32] Focused on completing a project.
[00:48:55] Trusting in self and redemption.
Credits:
JOIN US ON INSTAGRAM: @thelightinsidepodcast
SUBSCRIBE: pod.link/thelightinside
Featured Guests:
Credits: Music Score by Epidemic Sound
Executive Producer: Jeffrey Besecker
Mixing, Engineering, Production, and Mastering: Aloft Media Studio
Senior Program Director: Anna Getz
204 episodes
Manage episode 398936025 series 2884383
Unprocessed Trauma. In the aftermath of the unspeakable, our stories unfold—marked by the haunting echoes of anguish and distress.
In this episode of The Light Inside, host Jeffrey Besecker explores the profound impact of unprocessed trauma, specifically focusing on the pain and torment of sexual abuse.
He speaks with author and inspirational speaker Cindy Benezra, who shares her journey of resilience and redemption in navigating the healing process.
Through the lens of cognitive reappraisal and reframing, they discuss how to reclaim ownership of one's narrative and find solace amidst the wreckage of the past. This episode offers a compassionate hand and a guiding light for those on their own healing journey.
Timestamps:
[00:03:41] Cognitive reappraisal and healing.
[00:04:43] Emotional abuse and healing.
[00:11:38] Taking steps back for growth.
[00:15:05] Dissociation and self-loathing.
[00:17:41] Trauma and dissociation.
[00:24:52] Suppression of emotions.
[00:27:41] Empowerment through introspection and refection.
[00:31:43] Meditation and reconnection.
[00:35:38] Cellularly changing the body.
[00:41:09] Parenting and sharing traumatic experiences.
[00:45:32] Focused on completing a project.
[00:48:55] Trusting in self and redemption.
Credits:
JOIN US ON INSTAGRAM: @thelightinsidepodcast
SUBSCRIBE: pod.link/thelightinside
Featured Guests:
Credits: Music Score by Epidemic Sound
Executive Producer: Jeffrey Besecker
Mixing, Engineering, Production, and Mastering: Aloft Media Studio
Senior Program Director: Anna Getz
204 episodes
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