After Abortion From Secret Trauma to Healing Hope Inner Peace

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After Abortion From Secret Trauma to Healing Hope Inner Peace

Do you feel like you’re living behind a mask? To the world, you’re okay, but inside, the weight of a past abortion feels like a heavy, silent secret. Whether you are numbing the pain to survive or feeling a deep disconnection from the life you’ve built, you don’t have to carry this alone.After Abortion is a safe space for women navigating the myriad emotions of post-abortion grief, loneliness, and the fear of being "found out." We explore the stories we tell ourselves, the triggers that catch us off guard, and the pressure of words that get stuck in our throats. Healing is possible, and it begins here—without judgment, without rejection, and with the understanding that you are worthy of love. Of loving yourself again or maybe for the first time.  Let’s finally talk about it.

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    Unpacking the Box: How Repressed Trauma Lives in Your Body (and How to Let It Out)

    Are you carrying a "box" of emotions that feels like it’s getting smaller and heavier every day? Whether it is the shadow of a past abortion, the echoes of an abusive relationship, or childhood wounds that refuse to stay buried, your body is keeping the score.In this episode, we explore the sacred link between your physical health and the emotions you’ve been told to "push aside." We dive deep into the investigative nature of healing—looking behind the mask of anger to find the hurt that needs a home.What you’ll learn in this episode:The Anatomy of Repression: Why your joints, gut, and heart are holding onto your past.The Anger Mask: How to identify what is actually sitting behind your "explosive" moments.A Gentle Tool for Release: A live walkthrough of a Tapping (EFT) sequence to move energy when you feel overwhelmed.The Power of Forgiveness: Why forgiving yourself and others is a mechanical necessity for physical freedom, not just a moral one.Connect with TerryFacebook:  www.facebook.com/TerryPershonInstagram:  www.instagram.com/Terrypershon Email:  [email protected] a 1:1appt. https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=36165365

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    Seeing Through the Heart’s Eye: Moving Beyond the Stories of Trauma

    Have you ever felt like you were "muscling through" your healing? We’re told to visualize where we want to be, but for many of us walking the path of post-abortion healing or recovery from abusive relationships, the "mind’s eye" is a crowded place. It’s filled with old stories, safety boxes, and "shoulds" that keep us stuck.In this episode, I invite you to try a different way: seeing through your Heart’s Eye.We explore how our bodies hold the truth that our minds are often too afraid to face. From the way we react to the food we eat to the way we hold onto childhood patterns of abandonment, your heart knows the way home. I’m sharing my own "kiwi experiment" and a special card pull from the Rose Oracle to help you understand that nourishment, rest, and self-care aren't just luxuries—they are the foundation of your transformation.In this episode, we explore:Mind vs. Heart: Why your mind creates a "safety box" that actually keeps you small.The Physicality of Trauma: How suppressed memories settle in the digestive system and the heart.The Power of a "Pause": A simple practice to check in with your body before saying "yes" to something new.Individualized Healing: Why a "one size fits all" approach never works for a unique soul.Sacred Waters: A reflection on nourishment and replenishment for the weary heart.Ready to see yourself differently? Healing isn't about being "done"; it’s about expanding. If you are ready to stop muscling through and start heart-centered guidance, let's connect.Schedule a call to connect with me https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=36165365Facebook:  www.facebook.com/TerryPershonInstagram:  www.instagram.com/Terrypershon Email:  [email protected]

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    Rewriting the Story: Finding Solid Ground When Fear Whispers "Stay Put"

    Have you ever found yourself looking for any reason—any "valid" excuse—to pull back just as you’re about to step into something new? Whether it’s a trip to see family or the quiet decision to finally begin healing your heart after an abortion or an abusive relationship, that sudden, screeching halt can feel so loud.In this episode, I’m sharing my own recent journey through a season of deep-seated fear. I talk about the "stories" our minds weave to keep us safe and why we sometimes prefer the heavy weight of the past over the unknown light of the future.We explore the physical way fear sits in our throats and our guts, and I share the gentle tools I used to navigate my way through it—proving to myself (and my nervous system) that I am safe, I am protected, and I am ready for the next layer.In this soft space, we discuss:The "Safe" Shadow: Why your mind tries to convince you that staying in the pain you know is safer than the healing you don't.Tending to the Roots: How to look at your fear with curiosity instead of judgment, unearthing what it’s actually trying to protect.The Courage to Lean In: My personal experience with traveling alone and how leaning into the "icky" feelings led to a beautiful reunion with my family.Validation from Within: Moving away from needing others to tell you you're okay, and finding that deep, unshakable trust in your own intuition.The Layered Journey: Why your body "brings back" old memories not to hurt you, but because it finally feels secure enough to let that layer go for good.Healing isn't a one-and-done event; it’s a beautiful, unfolding process of coming home to yourself. If fear has been keeping you small, I invite you to listen and see if you’re ready to rewrite the ending of your story.Connect with your Guide: I am here to walk alongside you, offering a space of zero judgment and total love. Every heart is unique, and every path to restoration is personal. If you’re ready to see what’s possible on the other side of your fear, let’s have a quiet chat.Facebook:  www.facebook.com/TerryPershonInstagram:  www.instagram.com/Terrypershon Email:  [email protected]. https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=36165365

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    The Snuggly Sweater & The Art of Letting Go: Finding Safety in the Healing

    Episode Description: Have you ever felt a sudden weight of pressure or anxiety, even when you thought you’d already done "the work"? In this episode, I’m wearing my favorite cozy pearl sweater and sharing a very personal look at my own recent struggle with the "last grip of control."As an emotional guide and fellow traveler on the healing path, I’m opening up about the physical toll that "trying to manage it all" takes on our bodies—from tight throats to restless hearts. We explore the beautiful metaphor of the "Winter of the Soul" and why a return of heaviness isn't a sign of failure, but a gentle signal from your body that you are finally stable enough to heal the next layer.In this heartfelt conversation, we explore:The Body’s Language: How physical symptoms like headaches or digestive tension are often whispers of unreleased pressure.The Safety of the "Winter": Shifting our perspective on heavy seasons from "stuckness" to "sacred hibernation."A Letter to the Divine: The power of "crawling into the lap" of Source and letting go of the outcomes we cannot control.Practical Tools for the Journey: How I use journaling, verbal processing, and tapping (EFT) to move through my own emotional waves.Connect with Terry:Schedule appt: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=36165365Email: [email protected]:  www.facebook.com/TerryPershonInstagram:  www.instagram.com/Terrypershon 

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    The Art of Soul-Integration: Healing After Abortion and Childhood Trauma

    In this episode, we dive deep into the often-overlooked stage of the healing journey: Integration. When we are recovering from abortion-related trauma, abusive relationships, or childhood wounds, our "Investigator" mind (the Line 1 energy) often wants to rush to the next fix. But true restoration happens in the space between the layers.Terry Pershon shares her personal preparation for a family trip as a 2/4 Emotional Projector, exploring how to see people—and ourselves—not as their past "personalities," but as the souls behind the mission.Key Takeaways:The Integration Gap: Why rushing to the "next thing" can actually stall your healing.Soul vs. Personality: A transformative tool for navigating difficult family dynamics.EFT for Immediate Relief: A simple tapping technique for releasing the "not enough" story and forgiving ancestral patterns.The Projector Path: How waiting for the invitation changes how you show up in the world.Facebook:  www.facebook.com/TerryPershonInstagram:  www.instagram.com/Terrypershon Email:  [email protected] a discovery call: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=36165365

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    The Layers of Healing: Forgiveness, Patterns and the Courage to Shift

    Episode SummaryIn this deeply personal episode, Terry explores the interconnected web of childhood trauma, abusive relationships, and the life-altering experience of abortion. She shares her own journey of moving from a state of self-abandonment and "external validation" to a place of peace, internal authority, and radical self-love. If you have ever felt trapped by the stories your mind tells you—that you aren't worthy or lovable—this episode is an invitation to be still, listen to your heart, and begin the walk toward the "other side" of your pain.Key TakeawaysThe Ripple Effect of Trauma: How childhood loss and disrupted bonding can create a pattern of seeking love in abusive or misaligned relationships.The "Two People" Phenomenon: Reflecting on how the experience of abortion changes a person fundamentally and the importance of acknowledging that shift.Mind vs. Heart: Understanding that the mind tells stories rooted in fear and status quo, while the heart and gut hold your actual truth.The Power of Stillness: Why we must stop the "struggle" to escape our pain and instead choose to be still to hear what our intuition is saying.Invitation-Based Healing: A reminder that healing cannot be pushed or rushed; it happens in layers and requires curiosity rather than force.Notable Quotes"I would never have had that abortion had I known what I know now... if I could wave a wand, I would want to show you what is on the other side.""We hold ourselves in a place of almost like bondage... You're in the middle of this fist. I was in the middle of that fist. But there came a point where I had to be still.""Fear is a story my mind is telling me. The mind wants things to stay as they are... but can you allow yourself to be curious about what’s on the other side?"Connect with TerryAre you ready to explore the foundational steps of your healing path? I invite you to a private space where we can talk, move through the weight you've been carrying, and give you the tools to reclaim your joy.Work with Me: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=36165365&appointmentType=88572819 Email: [email protected]:  www.facebook.com/TerryPershonInstagram:  www.instagram.com/Terrypershon 

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    Connecting with Father Divine

    The conversation covers a four-week healing and recovery program, the role of spirituality in healing, strategies for managing overwhelm, facing fear and doubt, and the importance of self-reflection and healing.TakeawaysHealing from trauma involves addressing feelings of sadness, grief, and self-judgment.Self-care practices, self-reflection, and embracing individual uniqueness are essential for healing and growth.Chapters00:00 Healing and Recovery Program07:40 Connecting with the Divine19:41 Managing Overwhelm and Self-Care26:22 Self-Reflection and HealingEmail:  [email protected] Facebook:  www.facebook.com/TerryPershonInstagram:  www.instagram.com/Terrypershon Sign up here https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=36165365&appointmentType=88572819 

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    After Abortion, Abuse How Meditation Can Help Quiet The Stories in Your Mind

    Teresa Pershon discusses a four-week program focused on healing from abortion traumas, inner child wounding, and energy healing. She emphasizes the importance of forgiveness, self-worth, and the journey towards living a fulfilling life. Additionally, she shares insights on meditation and human design as tools for healing and self-discovery.TakeawaysHealing from trauma involves forgiveness, self-worth, and the journey towards a fulfilling life.Meditation and human design can be powerful tools for healing and self-discovery.Chapters00:00 Healing from Abortion Traumas06:11 The Power of Meditation14:32 Understanding Human Design and Self-DiscoveryEmail:  [email protected] Facebook:  www.facebook.com/TerryPershonInstagram:  www.instagram.com/Terrypershon Sign up here: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=36165365&appointmentType=88572819 

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    The Energy Healing Program

    Healing and Self-Discovery After Trauma: Free Small Group Program with Teresa PershonDiscover a compassionate approach to healing from trauma related to abortion, abusive relationships, and more. In this episode, Teresa Pershon shares details about her upcoming free four-week small group program designed to help women reconnect with themselves, release guilt and shame, and elevate their energy.In this episode:Introduction to the free four-week healing program starting March 31stThe focus on releasing guilt, shame, and trauma related to abortion and abusive relationshipsThe importance of feeling (not numbing) emotions to find self-identityTools like tapping and journaling to facilitate energetic releaseInsights into human design and how it explains individual energy patternsHow to participate, including drop-in calls and personalized supportThe significance of self-compassion and forgiveness in healingHow to connect on social media for more updates and scheduling a free callConnect with Teresa:Facebook:  www.facebook.com/TerryPershonInstagram:  www.instagram.com/Terrypershon Sign up here https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=36165365&appointmentType=88572819 This episode offers a gentle, practical roadmap for women seeking healing and personal growth after difficult experiences. Don't miss the opportunity to join Teresa's free program to begin your journey toward self-love and energetic freedom.

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    Transformative Healing: From Silence to Strength

    Explore how releasing past trauma around abortion and abuse can lead to inner healing and freedom. This episode offers insights into healing tools, the importance of sharing your story, and how to start your journey toward emotional liberation.Key TopicsIntroduction to a four-week personalized healing program for trauma around abortion and abuseThe importance of releasing old stories and energies such as shame, guilt, and griefHow negative energies lodged in the body can cause physical ailments (e.g., hip pain, digestive issues)Personal journey of healing through talking, tapping, breathwork, and other modalitiesThe role of silence and stigma in prolonging emotional and physical painHow to recognize when energy is trapped in the body and methods for releasing itTools like grounding practices, voice messaging, and energy movement techniquesThe significance of intuition and body awareness in healing processesInvitation to connect via social media and sign up for the free four-week programConnect with Teresa Pershon:Instagram www.instagram.com/Terrypershon • • Facebook www.facebook.com/TerryPershon4 week program signup. https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=36165365&appointmentType=88572819

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    Releasing the Guilt and Shame Energies, Finding the Inner Child Again

    The conversation delves into the topics of abortion trauma, abuse, and the journey of healing from guilt and shame. It explores the process of releasing and pardoning oneself from past burdens and the impact of inner child healing. The speaker also introduces a four-week program aimed at helping individuals release and heal from emotional burdens.TakeawaysAbortion trauma and abuse can have a lasting impact on an individual's emotional well-being.Releasing and pardoning oneself from guilt and shame is a crucial step in the healing process.DM Facebook:  www.facebook.com/TerryPershonInstagram:  www.instagram.com/Terrypershon 

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    4 Week Intro To Coming Home

    Teresa Pershon discusses the launch of a four-week program focused on healing energies related to abortion, guilt, shame, and abusive relationships. She emphasizes the importance of feeling emotions and avoiding numbing, and offers tools for healing such as tapping, journaling, and human design. The program is free in exchange for feedback and testimonials.TakeawaysHealing from emotional traumaImportance of feeling emotionsDM Facebook:  www.facebook.com/TerryPershonInstagram:  www.instagram.com/Terrypershon 

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    That Guilt That Shame Can You Ever Feel Good About Yourself Again?

    The conversation delves into the weight of carrying secrets, the journey of healing and forgiveness, the importance of opening up and sharing, connecting with others, realizing self-punishment, the different forms of self-punishment, and embracing a beautiful life despite past experiences. Takeaways include the impact of self-punishment and the significance of healing and forgiveness.TakeawaysSelf-punishmentHealing and forgivenessChapters00:00 The Weight of Secrets05:25 Opening Up and Sharing10:33 Punishing Oneself in Different WaysDM Facebook:  www.facebook.com/TerryPershonInstagram:  www.instagram.com/Terrypershon 

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    Deserving of Healing and Forgiveness

    In this conversation, Teresa Pershon shares her personal journey through the emotional and psychological impacts of abortion. She discusses the feelings of undeservingness and shame that often accompany such experiences, emphasizing the importance of healing, forgiveness, and self-love. Teresa highlights the significance of sharing one's story and the role of community support in the recovery process. She introduces various healing techniques, including tapping, and addresses the physical manifestations of emotional pain. Ultimately, she encourages listeners to recognize their worthiness and take steps towards healing and connection.TakeawaysAbortion can lead to complex emotions and feelings of undeservingness.Healing from abortion is a personal journey that can take time.Sharing your story with others can foster connection and understanding.Forgiveness is essential for personal freedom and healing.Self-love is a crucial component of recovery from trauma.Tapping can be an effective technique for emotional release.Unresolved emotions can manifest as physical pain in the body.Support from others who have experienced similar trauma is invaluable.Recognizing your own deservingness is key to healing.Taking proactive steps towards healing can lead to a more joyful life.TitlesHealing from Abortion: A Journey of ForgivenessUnderstanding the Emotional Toll of AbortionSound Bites"We all come from different places.""You are always forgiven.""You deserve to be loved."Chapters00:00Understanding the Emotional Impact of Abortion01:32The Journey of Healing and Forgiveness03:22The Importance of Sharing Your Story05:23Forgiveness: A Path to Freedom07:26The Role of Self-Love in Recovery09:02Healing Techniques: Tapping and Emotional Release11:00Physical Manifestations of Emotional Pain12:55The Importance of Support and Community15:11Recognizing Deservingness and Self-Worth17:16Taking Steps Towards Healing and ConnectionDM Facebook:  www.facebook.com/TerryPershonInstagram:  www.instagram.com/Terrypershon 

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    Breaking the Cycle of Silent Abuse

    In this conversation, Teresa Pershon shares her personal experiences and insights regarding the impact of abuse, both physical and emotional. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing the signs of abuse, understanding that it is not the victim's fault, and the necessity of seeking support for healing. Teresa recounts a recent conversation with a friend who is facing an abusive situation, highlighting the emotional turmoil and the need for reassurance. She discusses her own journey through abuse and the challenges of opening up to others about it. The conversation ultimately encourages listeners to seek help and emphasizes that healing is possible with the right support.takeawaysYou have nothing to be sorry about when facing abuse.Emotional abuse can be as damaging as physical abuse.Recognizing locked emotions is crucial for healing.Controlling behavior can push loved ones away.Numbing feelings can lead to isolation.Your body can sense unsafe individuals.It's important to seek support from trusted people.Healing from abuse is a personal journey.You are not responsible for the abuser's actions.There are people who care and want to help you.DM Facebook:  www.facebook.com/TerryPershonInstagram:  www.instagram.com/Terrypershon 

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    The Hidden Physical and Emotional Healing After Abortion No One Tells You About

    The conversation delves into the initial stages of abortion recovery, emphasizing the physical and emotional changes that occur. It highlights the importance of allowing the body to heal and the challenges of emotional healing. The process of forgiveness and healing is also explored, providing insights into the journey of recovery after an abortion.TakeawaysPhysical and emotional healing after an abortionThe importance of allowing oneself to healChapters00:00 The Process of Forgiveness and Healing

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    The Quest for Normalcy

    The conversation explores the concept of 'normal' and the desire to be free from emotional heaviness. It delves into the impact of past traumas and the process of healing and releasing emotional pain. The speaker emphasizes the importance of self-healing and the transformative power of forgiveness and emotional release.TakeawaysHealing from past traumas involves acknowledging and releasing emotional pain.The journey to healing is a lifelong process that brings freedom, joy, and peace.Chapters00:00 The Desire to Be Normal08:14 The Healing Process16:00 The Power of ForgivenessYou can always find me here:Facebook:  www.facebook.com/TerryPershonInstagram:  www.instagram.com/Terrypershon 

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    Episode 3 The Quiet Trauma: Healing After Abortion

    Teresa shares her personal journey of feeling trapped, making the decision to have an abortion, and the emotional impact of the experience. She discusses her struggle with self-forgiveness, the healing process, and the significance of recognizing triggers and signs. Teresa emphasizes the possibility of forgiveness, living a fulfilling life, and the belief in closure and understanding.The emotional impact of abortion can lead to heavy burdens of shame and guilt.Recognizing triggers and signs is important for the healing process and self-forgiveness.Chapters00:00 Feeling Trapped and the Decision07:04 Struggle with Forgiveness13:22 Forgiveness and Moving ForwardDM Facebook:  www.facebook.com/TerryPershonInstagram:  www.instagram.com/Terrypershon 

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    Overcoming the Fear of Connection

    The conversation delves into the essence of true friendship, the impact of fear and silence on connection, the dynamics of friendship, the importance of asking for help and valuing oneself, and the significance of self-reflection and connection.TakeawaysTrue friends are there to understand and support usThe distinction between friends and acquaintances is importantDM Facebook:  www.facebook.com/TerryPershonInstagram:  www.instagram.com/Terrypershon 

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    Introduction

    The podcast explores the journey of self-discovery, healing, and empowerment through vulnerability and authentic storytelling. It delves into the challenges of communication, self-acceptance, and the impact of trauma, while emphasizing the power of human design and personal freedom. My experiences and insights to help empower women to embrace their stories and find strength in vulnerability.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Do you feel like you’re living behind a mask? To the world, you’re okay, but inside, the weight of a past abortion feels like a heavy, silent secret. Whether you are numbing the pain to survive or feeling a deep disconnection from the life you’ve built, you don’t have to carry this alone.After Abortion is a safe space for women navigating the myriad emotions of post-abortion grief, loneliness, and the fear of being "found out." We explore the stories we tell ourselves, the triggers that catch us off guard, and the pressure of words that get stuck in our throats. Healing is possible, and it begins here—without judgment, without rejection, and with the understanding that you are worthy of love. Of loving yourself again or maybe for the first time.  Let’s finally talk about it.

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Terry Pershon

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