05 | Silencing the Shame from Childhood Trauma: Breaking Free from Isolation and Negative Self-Talk

In this powerful episode, we’re talking about one of the enemy’s biggest weapons: shame-fueled self-talk that keeps us isolated and stuck in silence. As survivors of childhood trauma, it can feel safer to hide—but the lies we repeat to ourselves in that isolation are not from God. Today, I’m breaking down the connection between isolation and identity, how the enemy uses secrecy to keep us bound, and how sharing your truth—just with one trusted person—can be the first step to freedom. You’ll also hear a piece of my own story, and I’ll close with a prayer that will speak directly to your heart if you’ve been carrying shame or fear in silence. I hope this episode blesses you! Leslie Scripture references: 2 Corinthians 10:4-5 John 8:32   🔗 Links & Resources: 👉 Schedule a 1:1 coaching call with me: https://LeslieChermaksCalendar.as.me/coaching If you’re ready—or even if you’re just thinking about opening up—I’m here to help you walk through it with grace and hope. 👉 Take this FREE quiz: Reclaiming Your Life: A Biblical Wellness Quiz for Childhood Trauma Survivors 👉 Grab your set of “My Identity In Christ Cards” https://lesliechermak.myflodesk.com/identitycards 👉 Visit https://lesliechermak.com/work-with-leslie/ for more support. 👉 Take a deeper dive discovering your purpose: Ignite Your Purpose and learn how to think through God's Word in this self paced online course. 👉 I’ll meet you in your inbox on Fridays!  https://lesliechermak.myflodesk.com/newsletter   Music score: Kevin Manthei Music