Episode 301 | From Trauma to Truth: Hear the Voice Within | Guest: Ranae Van Roekel

What happens when you ignore your intuition for too long… and then one day, it refuses to be silenced?In this powerful episode of Authentic Talks 2.0, host Shanta sits down with Ranae Van Roekel —founder of Connecting to Cope, speaker, and trauma recovery advocate—for a raw and deeply honest conversation about trauma, accountability, and the life-changing moment when your inner voice demands to be heard.Renae shares her journey of surviving childhood sexual abuse, staying silent for over 30 years, and how unresolved trauma shaped her into a people-pleaser—ultimately leading her down a path that resulted in a federal prison sentence. But this isn’t just a story about the past… it’s about the turning point. The moment when Renae knew—deep in her gut—that what she was participating in was wrong… and made the courageous decision to stop, take responsibility, and face the consequences.From prison to purpose, Renae opens up about the healing work she began behind bars, the therapist who helped change her life, and how she now dedicates her mission to helping others process trauma, develop healthy coping skills, and reclaim their power. This episode explores:The long-term impact of unaddressed traumaHow people-pleasing can lead to self-betrayalThe power of listening to your intuition—even when it’s hardAccountability, redemption, and second chancesLife inside prison and the unexpected lessons it bringsTurning pain into purpose and helping others healIf you’ve ever ignored your gut, struggled with your past, or wondered if it’s possible to truly start over—this conversation will speak directly to you.Your intuition is always speaking… the question is, are you listening? 🔗 Connect with Renae:Visit Connecting to Cope (https://connectingtocope.com/) to learn more about her work, coaching, and speaking.Host:Instagram: @AuthenticTalks2.0 Email: [email protected] Website: www.AuthenticTalks2.com Facebook: AuthenticTalks2Youtube: @authentictalkswithshanta7489 #traumahealing #listentoyourintuition #trustyourgut #innervoice #personalgrowthjourney #overcomingtrauma#FaithAndCommunity #AuthenticConnections #SpiritualGrowth #FindYourBelongingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/authentic-talks-2-0-with-shanta--4116672/support.