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EPISODE · Sep 9, 2025 · 59 MIN

How to Be Strong Without Being Numb with Barb Yeary

from That Sh*t Doesn't Define You: Stories of Hope

In this conversation, Barb Yeary shares her journey of overcoming numbness and survival mode after experiencing trauma and challenges in her life. The discussion emphasizes the importance of feeling emotions to heal and live authentically. Barb highlights her involvement in Celebrate Recovery, a program that helps individuals process their emotions and find support. The conversation also delves into the science behind emotional suppression and the necessity of building a support system for emotional health. Listeners are encouraged to take actionable steps towards emotional awareness and healing.Episode Resources: https://www.athenacaptain.com/blog/tsddy-season-2-show-notesDownload Season 2 Resource Guide: https://www.athenacaptain.com/tsddy00:00 Navigating Numbness: The Journey to Healing02:54 Introducing Barb Yeary: A Story of Resilience05:20 Survival Mode: The Cost of Strength13:36 Awakening from Numbness: The Role of Celebrate Recovery23:41 The Power of Community: Finding Support in Recovery32:00 Navigating Grief and Loss35:24 The Journey of Emotional Healing39:59 Faith and Emotional Expression45:52 Taking Steps Towards Healing51:52 The Science of Emotions and Healing

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In this conversation, Barb Yeary shares her journey of overcoming numbness and survival mode after experiencing trauma and challenges in her life. The discussion emphasizes the importance of feeling emotions to heal and live authentically. Barb...

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