Healing Trauma
3 episodes tagged "Healing Trauma".
Grieving the family you never had? (God's plan) |
Are you grieving the family you didn't have? Let's talk about the beauty of "surrogate" family and how God fills the gaps. ❤️🩹 As a dad raising a son, listening to this conversation hit me right in the chest. When you come from a fractured family tree, one of the deepest, quietest pains is realizing your kids might lack the grandparents, aunts, or uncles they deserve. But as my guest shared today, when you lack that biological foundation, God has a beautiful way of providing "surrogates." You might have friends who step in and love your kids so fiercely that they become family. They become the aunts, the uncles, and the grandparents your kids need. It’s not just a coping mechanism; it’s a gift. It’s God's family stepping into the gaps. If you feel like your family is lacking today, look around at the healthy people stepping into your life. That is family. 💬 Let me know in the comments: Who is a "surrogate" family member in your life that you are incredibly grateful for? Tag them below! 👇 If this brought you some peace today, hit that LIKE button and SUBSCRIBE to Sober Psychology for more raw truth on faith, mental health, and healing your family tree.
The Brutal Truth About Romanticizing Your Past
Are you romanticizing the very thing that was destroying you? Let’s talk about the "Egypt" trap. 🛑⛓️ Have you ever noticed that when you finally get a few months sober, or your marriage is actually peaceful for once, your brain starts tricking you into missing the chaos? We are just like the Israelites in the wilderness, standing in freedom but romanticizing the "garlic and onions" of our slavery. Why do we do this? Because slavery and dysfunction are brutal, but they are simple. Freedom requires faith. It requires walking into the unknown. Your addiction wasn't glamorous and your trauma wasn't romantic—it was a prison. It's time to stop looking backward with rose-colored glasses and learn to tolerate the quiet. Because the quiet is where God actually speaks. 💬 Let me know in the comments: What is one piece of your "Egypt" that you need to stop romanticizing today? 👇 If you needed to hear this today, hit that LIKE button and SUBSCRIBE for more raw truth on faith, mental health, and finding real freedom.
Is Social Media Making Our Egos Too Big?
🧠 Childhood Trauma, Ego & the Death of Real Conversation | Sober Psychology Short Here’s the uncomfortable truth: Most of you aren’t bad at talking — you’re bad at listening. And it’s not always your fault. If you grew up feeling like you had to prove your worth to be loved… Oversharing probably became your survival tactic. Now pair that with ego — fueled by social media’s endless stream of highlight reels — and you've got the perfect storm for terrible conversations. You’re not connecting. You’re performing. 📉 The result? Disconnection, loneliness, and shallow relationships. But here’s the fix — and it’s psychological: ✅ Practice active listening (yes, again). ❌ Stop talking just to be liked. 🔁 Reflect instead of react. Real conversation isn’t about you winning. It’s about you being willing to show up, shut up, and actually hear someone. You want to be worthy of love? Start by being curious — not impressive.