Permission to Feel: Finding Joy After Trauma

*WARNING: This podcast mentions suicide, sexual abuse & trauma and may be triggering.   Episode Summary In this episode, Lisa and Natasha explore the complex relationship between grief and joy, particularly after experiencing trauma and loss. They talk openly about the feelings of guilt that often accompany moments of happiness following a loss, and how individuals can navigate these emotions. The conversation emphasizes the importance of allowing grief and joy to coexist, and the necessity of giving oneself permission to feel both without guilt. They also touch on the significance of honoring memories and finding ways to celebrate the lives of those lost while continuing to live fully.   Episode Sponsored by The HelpHUB™  Struggling with your mental health? Feeling lost, overwhelmed, or just alone? Well, you're not. Welcome to The HelpHUB™—your online destination for mental health resources, treatment options, content, and tools to help meet you exactly where you are in the moment. Visit TheHelpHUB.co to get started.   Takeaways Finding joy after trauma is challenging but essential. Guilt often accompanies happiness after a loss. Grief and joy can coexist and should be allowed to do so. It's important to give ourselves permission to feel joy. The experience of grief is not linear and can fluctuate. Sharing memories of lost loved ones can help in healing. Emotional resilience is built over time and through experiences. It's okay to feel guilty, but don't let it dictate your happiness. Honoring memories can bring joy and keep loved ones alive in spirit. Living authentically means feeling what you feel without editing for others.   Chapters 00:00 Finding Joy After Trauma   05:57 The Complexity of Grief and Guilt   12:13 Navigating Happiness and Disloyalty   18:00 The Coexistence of Grief and Joy   24:10 Honoring Memories and Moving Forward   Mental Health Resources If you or someone you know is struggling, please call 988 for help. The Survivors Podcast Website – https://thesurvivors.net/ The HelpHUB™ – Mental health resources, tools, and support networks – https://www.thehelphub.co/ National Domestic Violence Hotline – Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7223)  Follow & Connect With Us 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_survivors_podcast 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-survivors-podcast 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheSurvivorsPodcastChannel 🎵📱TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesurvivorspodcast   See you next week! In the meantime, keep surviving.