Refocusing Life After Abuse and Trauma

In this episode of The Age of Possibility's God's Lemonade segment, Karin Thompson talks about growing up with a violent father. Karin talks about the abuse and what a traumatic experience this was for her early years and how this trauma followed her into adulthood. Karin talks about how with Christian mentors help, she found Jesus and saw how a heavenly Father could love her. This begins a lifelong journey of healing her hearat, renewing her mind and learning how to live in God's peace and joy. Karin talks about where her life long journey finds her today. She is a published author of both fiction and non fiction books.  Her memior is releasing soon and is titiled, My Journey to Enjoying life.  This book tells how God healed her and how He taught her to enjoy the life He had given her. Karens books can be purchased on Amazon or on her website: https://karinmthompson.wixsite.com/website  She also publishes an uplifting newsletter you can subscribe to on her website.  I love to hear from my listeners. www.theageofpossibility.net or on FB at The Age of Possibility   family trauma, faith, healing, forgiveness, Christian testimony, overcoming abuse, spiritual growth, hope, personal transformation  key  topics Karin Thompson's childhood and family trauma The role of faith and Jesus in healing The importance of forgiveness and letting go Practical steps to overcome emotional pain The impact of mentorship and community support Writing a book as a healing process The journey from anger to peace and jo y Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Karin Thompson's story of trauma and faith 3222:10:21 Growing up in a violent home and learning survival skills 6555:30:32 Discovering Jesus and the role of Sunday school in her life 10333:17:27 The influence of mentors and divine appointments 13305:31:02 Dealing with family rejection and finding emotional healing 16722:11:22 The importance of forgiveness and releasing anger 19999:58:16 How faith helped Karin overcome depression and rejection 234166:38:33 Writing her book as a tool for healing and encouragement 268055:32:04 The practical steps in her journey to emotional and spiritual health 299722:12:13 The challenges of revisiting the past during writing 333333:19:03 The impact of her story on others and her ministry 367222:12:32 How to access her books and continue the journey of healing 399999:59:23 Upcoming projects and ongoing ministry efforts 430555:33:04 The essential message of forgiveness and moving forward 466666:39:56 Closing thoughts and encouragement to listeners