Ep 125. The Power of EMDR: Rewiring Trauma and Reclaiming Your Truth, with Boaz Gilboa

In this episode, Ash Butterss sits down with Boaz Gilboa, founder of MindCalmr, osteopath, and trauma-informed coach, to explore what it really takes to reclaim emotional freedom after trauma. Boaz opens up about his journey through divorce, addiction, and family dysfunction, and how programs like NA, ACOA, CODA, and Debtors Anonymous each played a unique role in his growth. He shares how his experience with EMDR inspired him to create MindCalmr, a platform making high-quality trauma processing tools free and accessible.Ash and Boaz discuss the connection between nervous system dysregulation, self-sabotage, and inherited beliefs, how trauma can manifest in subtle ways, and why personal truth is never absolute. This conversation is both intellectually rich and deeply practical, providing tools and reflections for anyone seeking to break free from old patterns and step into a life of authenticity, compassion, and emotional sovereignty.The episode highlights are:00:00 Unmasking the Truth Behind the Smile03:10 Beau's Journey: From Science to Healing06:05 The Impact of Family Dynamics on Personal Growth09:13 Navigating the 12-Step Fellowships12:01 Exploring Codependency and Self-Worth15:13 Understanding Trauma and Its Effects18:03 The Role of Parenting in Emotional Development21:03 Finding Balance in Parenting and Self-Care24:12 The Journey of Financial Responsibility26:59 Defining Codependency and Its Manifestations32:05 Emotional Independence in Relationships34:52 Choosing Yourself: The Journey of Separation36:44 The Impact of Parenting on Future Generations37:56 Exploring EMDR Therapy and Its Benefits43:03 Redefining Truth in Healing48:40 The Connection Between Trauma and Self-Sabotage52:42 Developing a Personal Higher Power57:17 Non-Negotiables for a Fulfilling LifeYou can connect with Boaz through the MindCalmr website here. To access your free guided meditations, head to the Freebie Page on Ash’s website ⁠https://www.ashbutterss.com/free-resources⁠Follow and connect with Ash on: ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠TikTok ⁠⁠Facebook Website⁠  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.