Practical Ways to Overcome Trauma, Grief, and Chronic Stress with Jolyn Armstrong Part 2

🎙️ Welcome to Healthy Happy Wise Wealthy (HHWW)! In this powerful and insightful episode, host Mary Meyer sits down with trauma and grief recovery specialist Jolyn Armstrong. With an impressive background in DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), polyvagal theory, somatic practices, and breathwork facilitation, Jolyn walks us through the practical ways to heal from deep personal loss and navigate life’s toughest chapters—including experiences related to incarceration, grief, and high stress. Discover how healing the nervous system can transform your emotions and reclaim your power, whether you’re facing sudden loss, chronic anxiety, or emotionally manipulative environments.🌟 Topics Covered:Trauma vs. grief: How to identify and address bothCoercive control, cults, and emotional manipulationSupporting families affected by incarcerationBreathwork techniques for stress and anxietyRadical acceptance and building resilienceJolyn’s workbook for trauma recovery and daily practiceKey Takeaways:Emotional trauma is NOT a sign of weakness or intelligence—it can happen to anyone and deserves compassion, not shame.There’s a difference between a hard event and trauma: trauma overwhelms the nervous system, takes away your control, and disrupts your identity.Radical acceptance and reframing “I can’t” to “I choose not to right now” can dramatically shift your sense of power and agency.Some Questions I Ask:How can families support loved ones in prison, and what are the most common emotions they struggle with?How do you define coercive control or cult environments, and what warning signs should people look for?When should someone seek help for their nervous system or emotional well-being?What’s the story and intention behind your trauma recovery workbook?Learn More About Our Guest:Website: grapevineinnerwellness.comPodcast: “The Grapevine Wellness Show” (featuring Reno-Tahoe wellness community)Book: “Trauma Recovery” workbook available on Amazon or through her website(Mary mentions Jolyn sends personalized copies to her clients! Contact via website for info.)Resources List:Grapevine Inner WellnessBook: “Trauma Recovery” (Jolyn Armstrong) – available on AmazonThe Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk, M.D.Polyvagal theory resources (intro guides, books by Stephen Porges)Jolyn’s “The Grapevine Wellness Show” PodcastBad Vegan documentary (referenced regarding coercive manipulation)DBT, CBT, and Somatic Practices – mental health education resourcesYouTube Chapters: Trauma, Grief, and When to Seek Help Navigating Manipulation: Coercive Control, Cults, & Shame Supporting Families of Incarcerated Loved Ones Jolyn’s Workbook: Daily Practices for HealingWe are excited to have IT company https://www.mindiii.com as a podcast sponsor. Founded in 2015, MINDIII is a Product Development and Data + AI Company that builds scalable digital products and intelligent data platforms. They help businesses design, engineer, and launch high-impact web and mobile applications, powered by modern data engineering, analytics, and AI solutions.Specialities:Product Strategy & Full-Stack DevelopmentAI-Powered Web & Mobile Apps Data Engineering & AnalyticsAI & ML SolutionsCloud & DevOps SolutionsIT Consulting & Dedicated TeamsUI/UX & Workflow AutomationSoftware Testing, Maintenance & SupportEmail - [email protected] or [email protected] to request a quote for software services listed above.Connect with Healthy Happy Wise Wealthy Podcast:🌟 Connect on @Instagram, @Facebook, @TikTok and @LInkedIn @HealthyHappyWiseWealthyhttps://www.youtube.com/@HealthyHappyWiseWealthyNetworkListen on @Spotify, @Audible, @Applepodcasts, @iHeartRadio, @Pandora and moreKnow someone who should be a guest? Email [email protected] Meyer is a podcast host, actor, sales professional, mother and entrepreneur helping people and organizations share meaningful conversations that support health, wisdom, clarity, and growth.Produced by the Exceptionally Talented Erika Christie Support our work by donating through Venmo: https://www.venmo.com/u/HealthyHappyWiseWealthy. Donations are not tax deductible. #TraumaRecovery #NervousSystemHealing #HealthyHappyWiseWealthy #MindfulnessTools #GriefSupport #PolyvagalTheory #SomaticHealing #BreathworkPracticeWhether you’re navigating grief, anxiety, or the shadow of a difficult relationship, this episode is packed with real tools to support your healing—plus the reminder that compassion and self-acceptance are always within reach. Subscribe for more wisdom on living a Healthy, Happy, Wise, Wealthy life! 🌱