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Get Trauma Informed Podcast
by Wellness Coach Liz Blanding
The Get Trauma Informed Podcast is dedicated to unraveling the complexities of trauma, its pervasive impact, and the journey toward holistic recovery and realignment.If your radiance have ever felt muted, like I and thousands of others, you are in the right place to reignite your inner light. I'm your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding. To Reach out for support and coaching.Trauma was not your Fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Recovery however is our Responsibility. I am your Holistic Trauma Recovery Coach and Fellow Survivor turned Thriver. We bring awareness of the resources available to those who are suffering in silence that was created by Trauma.Together we'll explore the depths of trauma awareness, the critical importance of understanding its effects, trauma discrimination, trauma ignorance and the many paths available for <a href="http://oasiswellnessct
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From Control to Empowerment with Coach Liz Blanding
Send us Fan MailEpisode OverviewWelcome back to the Get Trauma Informed Podcast.I am your host, Peer-to-Peer Wellness Coach Liz Blanding.In Part 5 of our Trauma-Informed Leadership Series, we explore one of the most powerful shifts a leader can make: moving from fear-based leadership to empowerment-focused leadership. Trauma often teaches people to seek safety through control, perfectionism, hypervigilance, or rigid expectations. While these patterns may have served a purpose during difficult seasons, they can become barriers to healthy leadership and meaningful connection.Trauma-informed leadership invites us to lead differently. It encourages leaders to build trust instead of fear, cultivate resilience instead of dependency, and create environments where people feel equipped to grow, contribute, and succeed.In this episode, we discuss how reclaiming personal power, fostering autonomy, and empowering others can transform individuals, teams, and organizational culture.What You Will Learn• How trauma can influence control-based leadership behaviors• The difference between leading through fear and leading through purpose• Why empowerment is essential for personal and professional growth• How trauma-informed leaders cultivate accountability without intimidation• The importance of equipping rather than enabling• How leadership transformation influences organizational cultureKey Takeaways• Recovery often begins when individuals reclaim their voice, choices, and sense of agency.• Control may create compliance, but empowerment creates commitment and growth.• Trauma-informed leaders understand that trust is built through consistency, support, and clear expectations.• Accountability and compassion can exist together.• Empowered leaders help others develop confidence, competence, and resilience.• When leadership evolves, the culture surrounding it often begins to heal as well.Reflection QuestionAre there areas in your leadership, relationships, or daily life where you are holding tightly to control when empowerment may create greater growth and trust?Continue Your Learning JourneyIf you are ready to strengthen your leadership, build healthier relationships, and create lasting impact through trauma-informed practices, we invite you to continue learning with us inside the Oasis Wellness Academy.Inside the Academy, you will find:• Trauma Recovery Foundations• Trauma-Informed Podcast Foundations• Leadership Development Opportunities• Wellness Awareness Education• Community Support and Live Learning Experiences• Professional Growth and Trauma-Informed Leadership PathwaysConnect With UsOasis Wellness AcademyGet Trauma Informed PodcastOasis Wellness CentersClosing ThoughtLeadership is not about controlling outcomes or people. It is about creating opportunities for growth, trust, and transformation. The strongest leaders are not those who hold power over others, but those who help others discover the power within themselves.Trauma was not your fault. Recovery is your responsibility.We are recovering one breath at a time.Give yourself grace and stay fearless.Bye for now. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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When the Culture Is Hurting: Understanding Organizational Trauma with Coach Liz Blanding
Send us Fan MailEpisode OverviewWelcome back to the Get Trauma Informed Podcast.I am your host, Peer-to-Peer Wellness Coach Liz Blanding.In Part 4 of our Trauma-Informed Leadership Series, we explore a topic that is often overlooked in leadership conversations: organizational trauma. While trauma is commonly viewed as an individual experience, it can also exist within teams, workplaces, ministries, organizations, and communities.When fear, inconsistency, poor communication, high turnover, chronic stress, or unresolved conflict become part of the culture, the effects can spread throughout an entire organization. Leaders may find themselves addressing symptoms without recognizing the deeper issues driving them.In this episode, we examine how organizational trauma develops, how it impacts workplace culture, and how trauma-informed leadership can create environments where healing, trust, and growth become possible.What You Will Learn• What organizational trauma is and how it develops• The difference between individual trauma and systemic workplace trauma• Common warning signs of a traumatized organizational culture• How unresolved trauma can influence communication, trust, and performance• Why emotional reactions are often misunderstood in workplace settings• Practical leadership principles that support recovery and stabilityKey Takeaways• Trauma can impact entire systems, not just individual people.• High turnover, disengagement, silence, burnout, and micromanagement may be symptoms of deeper organizational challenges.• Employees often respond to workplace experiences based on both present circumstances and past experiences.• Trauma-informed leaders seek understanding before assigning blame.• Asking "What happened here?" creates opportunities for insight, growth, and recovery.• Consistency, transparency, empathy, and predictable leadership help rebuild trust over time.Reflection QuestionIf someone experienced your organization's culture for the first time today, would they feel safe, supported, and valued—or simply expected to perform?Continue Your Learning JourneyIf you are interested in creating healthier teams, stronger communities, and more trauma-informed environments, we invite you to continue learning with us inside the Oasis Wellness Academy.Inside the Academy you will find:• Trauma Recovery Foundations• Trauma-Informed Podcast Foundations• Leadership Development Opportunities• Wellness Awareness Education• Community Support and Live Learning Experiences• Professional Growth and Trauma-Informed Leadership PathwaysConnect With UsOasis Wellness AcademyGet Trauma Informed PodcastOasis Wellness CentersClosing ThoughtHealthy organizations do not happen by accident. They are built through intentional leadership, consistent care, and a commitment to creating environments where people can grow, contribute, and thrive.Trauma was not your fault. Recovery is your responsibility.We are recovering one breath at a time.Give yourself grace and stay fearless.Bye for now. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Leading Beyond Limiting Beliefs with Coach Liz Blanding
Send us Fan MailEpisode OverviewWelcome back to the Get Trauma Informed Podcast.I am your host, Peer-to-Peer Wellness Coach Liz Blanding.In Part 3 of our Trauma-Informed Leadership Series, we explore how trauma can shape the beliefs we carry about ourselves, our abilities, and our potential. Many leaders possess the skills to succeed but remain limited by internal narratives that were formed during painful experiences, rejection, adversity, or survival seasons.Thoughts such as "I'm not good enough," "I don't belong here," or "Success isn't meant for someone like me" can quietly influence leadership decisions, relationships, confidence, and personal growth. When left unchallenged, these beliefs can keep leaders operating from fear instead of purpose.In this episode, we examine how trauma-informed leadership requires both self-awareness and intentional mindset shifts. Through the lens of Self-Determination Theory, we discuss how autonomy, competence, and connection create the foundation for recovery, growth, and empowered leadership.What You Will Learn• How trauma can contribute to limiting beliefs and self-doubt• Why mindset plays a critical role in leadership effectiveness• The difference between leading from fear and leading from vision• The three core components of Self-Determination Theory• How autonomy, competence, and connection support recovery and growth• Ways trauma-informed leaders help others rebuild confidence and trustKey Takeaways• Limiting beliefs often originate from past experiences rather than present realities.• Trauma-informed leadership begins with recognizing the stories we tell ourselves.• Fear-based leadership can create control, avoidance, and burnout.• Vision-based leadership creates growth, possibility, and healthier relationships.• People thrive when they experience autonomy, competence, and meaningful connection.• Leaders who understand recovery create environments where others feel safe enough to grow.Reflection QuestionWhat belief about yourself have you carried for years that may have been shaped by trauma rather than truth?Continue Your Learning JourneyIf you are ready to strengthen your leadership, expand your self-awareness, and continue your recovery journey, we invite you to learn alongside us inside the Oasis Wellness Academy.Inside the Academy you will find:• Trauma Recovery Foundations• Trauma-Informed Podcast Foundations• Leadership Development Opportunities• Wellness Awareness Education• Community Support and Live Learning Experiences• Professional Growth and Trauma-Informed Leadership PathwaysConnect With UsOasis Wellness AcademyGet Trauma Informed PodcastOasis Wellness CentersClosing ThoughtThe beliefs that helped you survive may not be the beliefs that help you thrive. Recovery often begins when we challenge old narratives and create space for new possibilities.Trauma was not your fault. Recovery is your responsibility.We are recovering one breath at a time.Give yourself grace and stay fearless.Bye for now. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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When Trauma Hides Behind Leadership with Coach Liz Blanding
Send us Fan MailEpisode OverviewWelcome back to the Get Trauma Informed Podcast.I am your host, Peer-to-Peer Wellness Coach Liz Blanding.In Part 2 of our Trauma-Informed Leadership Series, we take a deeper look at the relationship between unresolved trauma, emotional intelligence, addiction patterns, and leadership effectiveness. Many leaders are highly skilled at helping others while quietly carrying unaddressed emotional wounds of their own.Trauma does not always appear as crisis or dysfunction. Sometimes it shows up as overworking, people-pleasing, perfectionism, control, emotional withdrawal, or the inability to slow down and rest. Without awareness, these patterns can impact decision-making, relationships, communication, and overall well-being.In this episode, we explore how emotional intelligence can become a powerful tool for recovery, self-awareness, and sustainable leadership.What You Will Learn• The connection between unresolved trauma and addictive patterns• How leadership can sometimes become a place to hide emotional pain• The four core components of Emotional Intelligence (EQ)• Common warning signs that leaders may be operating from survival rather than awareness• How burnout, control, avoidance, and emotional shutdown affect teams and relationships• Practical ways to increase self-awareness and lead from a healthier placeKey Takeaways• Addiction is not limited to substances. People can become dependent on work, achievement, busyness, approval, or control as a way to avoid emotional pain.• Emotional intelligence begins with self-awareness and the willingness to examine personal patterns.• Unresolved trauma often influences leadership behaviors more than leaders realize.• Burnout, emotional withdrawal, and avoiding difficult conversations can be signs that deeper healing is needed.• Healthy leadership requires ongoing reflection, recovery, and personal growth.• The more aware we become of our own triggers and responses, the more effectively we can support others.Reflection QuestionAre there any patterns in your leadership, relationships, or daily routines that may be protecting you from emotional discomfort rather than helping you move toward recovery and growth?Continue Your Learning JourneyIf you are ready to deepen your understanding of trauma recovery, emotional intelligence, leadership development, and personal wellness, we invite you to continue learning with us inside the Oasis Wellness Academy.Inside the Academy you will find:• Trauma Recovery Foundations• Trauma-Informed Podcast Foundations• Leadership Development Opportunities• Wellness Awareness Education• Community Support and Live Learning Experiences• Professional Growth and Trauma-Informed Leadership PathwaysConnect With UsOasis Wellness AcademyGet Trauma Informed PodcastOasis Wellness CentersClosing ThoughtAwareness creates the opportunity for change. What we are willing to acknowledge, we can begin to heal.Trauma was not your fault. Recovery is your responsibility.We are recovering one breath at a time.Give yourself grace and stay fearless.Bye for now. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Why Trauma Awareness Changes Everything with Coach Liz Blanding
Send us Fan MailEpisode OverviewWelcome back to the Get Trauma Informed Podcast.I am your host, Peer-to-Peer Wellness Coach Liz Blanding.In Part 1 of our Trauma-Informed Leadership Series, we begin by exploring a reality that impacts every community, workplace, ministry, family, and organization. Trauma is more common than many people realize, and its effects often show up in the way people communicate, respond to stress, build relationships, and lead others.Leadership today requires more than knowledge and technical skills. It requires awareness, compassion, emotional intelligence, and the ability to recognize that behavior often has a deeper story behind it.In this foundational episode, we examine why trauma-informed leadership matters and how greater awareness creates safer, healthier environments for growth, recovery, and success.What You Will Learn• Why trauma awareness is becoming an essential leadership skill• The differences between acute, chronic, and complex trauma• How trauma can influence communication, trust, and decision-making• Understanding fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responses in everyday environments• Why awareness is the first step toward creating emotionally safe spaces• How trauma-informed leadership strengthens relationships, teams, and communitiesKey Takeaways• Many people are carrying experiences that influence how they interact with the world today.• Trauma responses are often misunderstood as attitude problems, resistance, or lack of engagement.• Effective leaders learn to respond with curiosity rather than judgment.• Awareness creates opportunities for trust, connection, and healthier outcomes.• Trauma-informed leadership is not about lowering standards. It is about leading with greater understanding and responsibility.Reflection QuestionHow might your leadership, communication, or relationships change if you viewed challenging behaviors through a trauma-informed lens?Continue Your Learning JourneyIf you are interested in trauma recovery, wellness awareness, leadership development, or becoming more trauma-informed, we invite you to continue learning with us inside the Oasis Wellness Academy.Inside the Academy, you will find:• Trauma Recovery Foundations• Trauma-Informed Podcast Foundations• Leadership Development Opportunities• Wellness Awareness Education• Community Support and Live Learning ExperiencesConnect With UsOasis Wellness AcademyGet Trauma Informed PodcastOasis Wellness CentersClosing ThoughtTrauma was not your fault. Recovery is your responsibility.We are recovering one breath at a time.Give yourself grace and stay fearless.Bye for now. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Why Trauma-Informed Leadership Matters with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailEpisode OverviewTrauma-informed leadership is not limited to counseling, healthcare, or recovery settings. It matters in families, workplaces, schools, ministries, businesses, and communities.In this episode, Coach Liz Blanding explores the importance of leading with awareness, empathy, and emotional intelligence. Many behaviors that are often misunderstood may be connected to unresolved stress, adversity, or trauma experiences. Understanding this reality helps leaders create safer environments where people can grow, contribute, and thrive.What You Will Learn• What trauma-informed leadership means• Why emotional safety matters in every environment• The connection between trauma, behavior, and performance• How empathy and accountability can work together• Practical ways to become a more aware and effective leaderKey TakeawayPeople perform best when they feel seen, heard, respected, and valued. Trauma-informed leadership helps create environments where individuals can move from survival mode toward growth, connection, and purpose.Reflection QuestionHow might your leadership change if you viewed challenging behaviors through the lens of understanding rather than judgment?Thank you for joining us on the Get Trauma Informed Podcast with Peer-to-Peer Wellness Coach Liz Blanding.We are recovering one breath at a time. Give yourself grace and stay fearless. Bye for now. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Safe People, Red Flags & Emotional Discernment | Recovery Conversations with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailEpisode OverviewIn this repurposed episode of Mini Trauma Recovery Talks, Coach Liz revisits one of the most important parts of recovery. Learning how to recognize the difference between emotional red flags and healthy relational traits.For many trauma thrivers, chaos can feel familiar while consistency may feel uncomfortable at first. In this conversation, Coach Liz explores how unresolved trauma impacts discernment, boundaries, nervous system responses, and relationship choices.This episode is designed to help you slow down, observe patterns clearly, and begin rebuilding emotional safety one relationship at a time.In This Episode You Will Learn • Why unsafe relationships often feel emotionally familiar • How trauma can distort discernment and normalize chaos • Why consistency matters more than chemistry • The difference between emotional intensity and emotional safety • How healthy people create stability instead of confusion • Why your nervous system deserves to be listened to with compassion • A grounding reflection question to help you evaluate relationships more clearlyKey Takeaways • Red flags are often revealed through repeated patterns, not isolated moments • Healthy relationships feel emotionally steady, respectful, and safe • Accountability matters more than apologies without change • Peace may feel unfamiliar before it begins to feel safe • Discernment is a recovery skill that strengthens over time • Your inner circle should support your growth, not punish itRed Flags May IncludeGaslighting, blame shifting, dishonesty, manipulation, silent punishment, inconsistency, boundary violations, jealousy of growth, emotional confusion, and repeated promises without behavioral change.Healthy Traits May IncludeConsistency, emotional grounding, honesty, accountability, respect, open communication, encouragement, calmness, and emotional safety.Reflection Prompt“What does emotional safety truly feel like for me, and what relationships support that feeling?”Continue Your Recovery JourneyIf this episode resonated with you, the next step may be joining our growing recovery-centered learning community inside the Oasis Wellness Academy.Current pathways include: • Foundations of Recovery • Level 1: Pathway to Trauma Recovery • Trauma Recovery Roundtables • Wonderful World of Herbs & Phototherapy • Leadership Integration Lab • Kingdom Health, Wealth, and Relationship Conversations • Ink of Legacy Story & Creative DevelopmentThe Academy is designed to provide structured education, safe community support, and recovery-focused conversations that help individuals move forward one breath at a time.Learn more through Oasis Wellness Centers and stay connected for upcoming recovery support opportunities.We are recovering one breath at a time. Give yourself grace and stay fearless. Bye for now. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Understanding the Hidden Forms of Trauma Many People Overlook with Coach Liz Blanding
Send us Fan MailIn today’s Mini Trauma Recovery Talk, we are revisiting one of our foundational conversations about the many different forms of trauma that people experience throughout life.🔁 This is a replayed foundational episode from our podcast archives because awareness is a critical part of recovery.Many individuals are struggling with symptoms of trauma without fully recognizing what they have experienced or how it continues to impact their lives, relationships, emotions, health, finances, leadership, identity, and overall well-being.In this episode, we explore various forms of trauma including:• Physical Trauma • Emotional & Psychological Trauma • Developmental Trauma • Complex Trauma • Accidental Trauma • Medical Trauma • Military & Combat Trauma • Cultural Trauma • Interpersonal Trauma • Systemic & Institutional Trauma • Humanitarian & Refugee Trauma • Spiritual Trauma • Environmental Trauma • Digital Trauma • Financial Trauma • Identity-Based Trauma • Educational TraumaThis conversation also emphasizes the importance of taking a holistic approach to recovery by understanding how multiple forms of trauma can overlap and affect the mind, body, spirit, relationships, and environment.Recovery begins with awareness. When we become trauma informed, we can begin developing healthier strategies for support, prevention, leadership, and long-term recovery.Thank you for being part of this recovery journey with us.We are recovering one breath at a time. Give yourself grace and stay fearless. Bye for now.#TraumaRecovery #GetTraumaInformed #MiniTraumaRecoveryTalks #TraumaAwareness Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Identity Restoration Requires Separation | Trauma Recovery with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we explore how recovery can create emotional distance from familiar patterns, relationships, and environments that once felt normal. Sometimes growth requires separation, not as punishment or rejection, but as protection for your recovery journey.In This Episode You Will Learn:Why personal growth can create discomfort in familiar environmentsHow boundaries and awareness shift relationship dynamicsThe difference between rejection and protective separationWhy your nervous system may interpret distance as lossHow recovery sometimes requires limiting access to old patternsWhy identity restoration often changes your alignment with people and placesHow to create space for clarity, safety, and emotional regulationKey Reflection:Sometimes the hardest part of recovery is realizing you cannot become who you are meant to be while remaining fully connected to everything that kept you stuck.Recovery Comes FirstSeparation in recovery does not always mean cutting people off completely. Sometimes it simply means creating enough emotional and physical space to think clearly, regulate your nervous system, and respond differently than before.Growth changes alignment. And sometimes protecting your recovery requires honoring those changes without guilt.Reflection Questions:What environments no longer support the version of you that is growing?Where have you mistaken protective separation for rejection?What boundaries may be necessary for your continued recovery journey?If this conversation resonates with you and you are beginning to recognize areas where your environment may be affecting your recovery, you are invited to explore the Oasis Wellness Academy.The Academy is a supportive space where you can continue learning at your own pace, build awareness without pressure, and connect with others who are recovering one breath at a time.#TraumaRecovery #IdentityRestoration #GetTraumaInformed #Boundaries #EmotionalRecovery #ComplexPTSD #TraumaInformed #RecoveryJourney Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Why Boundaries Feel Like Guilt | Trauma Recovery with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailEpisode OverviewIn this episode of the Get Trauma Informed Podcast, we take a deeper look at why setting boundaries can feel uncomfortable, heavy, and even wrong.What if the guilt you feel is not a sign that you are doing something wrong… but a sign that something is changing?This conversation reframes guilt as a natural part of trauma recovery and personal growth, especially when you begin choosing yourself in ways you never have before.In This Episode You Will Learn:Why guilt often shows up when you begin setting boundariesHow past conditioning shapes your emotional responsesThe connection between people-pleasing and safetyWhy guilt is not an indicator of wrongdoingHow to reframe guilt as a sign of growthA simple question to help you navigate emotional discomfortKey Insight: Guilt is not always a warning sign. Sometimes, it is a signal that you are doing something unfamiliar… and necessary.Reflection Question: When guilt arises, ask yourself: “Am I doing something wrong, or something unfamiliar?”Spiritual Reflection: Galatians 1:10 reminds us: Are we seeking approval from people… or alignment with truth?This shift allows us to move from people-pleasing into purpose-driven decisions.Call to Action: If this message resonates with you, I invite you to take the next step.Inside the Oasis Wellness Academy, we explore these patterns with structure and support so you can begin to understand your experiences differently.You do not have to carry this alone anymore. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Boundaries Are Regulation, Not Rejection| Trauma Recovery with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailEpisode Overview: In this episode of the Get Trauma Informed Podcast, Coach Liz reframes one of the most misunderstood concepts in trauma recovery: boundaries.If setting boundaries feels uncomfortable, it does not mean you are doing something wrong. It means your body is learning something new.Coach Liz walks listeners through how trauma shapes the nervous system to overextend, why boundaries can trigger guilt and fear, and how to begin viewing boundaries as a form of self-support rather than rejection.This episode invites you to shift from survival patterns into regulated, supported living.In This Episode You Will Learn: • Why boundaries feel uncomfortable and what your body is actually responding to • The difference between rejection and regulation • How trauma conditions the nervous system to overextend and stay available • Why guilt, anxiety, and fear show up when you begin setting limits • How boundary-setting becomes an act of self-support and responsibility • The spiritual foundation of boundaries through Proverbs 4:23 • How to begin honoring your limits without overexplainingReflection Questions: • Where do you feel overextended right now? • What situations make it difficult for you to say no? • What would honoring your limits without overexplaining look like for you?Call to Action: If this message resonates with you, I invite you to take the next step.Inside the Oasis Wellness Academy, we explore these patterns with structure and support so you can begin to understand your experiences differently.You do not have to carry this alone anymore. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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You Are Not Too Much, You Were Unprotected - Trauma Recovery with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailEpisode Overview:In this episode of the Get Trauma Informed Podcast, Coach Liz Blanding challenges the belief that being emotional or sensitive means you are “too much.” She reframes emotional intensity as a response to a lack of protection and safety, not a flaw in identity. This conversation invites listeners to shift from self-blame to self-awareness by understanding how unmet needs and unsafe environments shape emotional responses. Through personal reflection and spiritual grounding, this episode offers a new perspective on emotions as meaningful signals rather than problems to suppress.In This Episode You Will Learn:• Why emotional intensity is not the problem, but a response to unmet needs• How beliefs about being “too much” are formed in unsafe environments• The connection between emotional suppression and identity-based shame• How to begin reframing emotions as information instead of problems• A spiritual perspective on being created with depth, awareness, and feelingKey Takeaway:You are not too much. You were carrying what was never meant to be carried alone.If this message resonates with you, I invite you to take the next step.Inside the Oasis Wellness Academy, we explore these patterns with structure and support so you can begin to understand your experiences differently.You do not have to carry this alone anymore. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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When Your Identity Was Formed in Survival | Trauma Recovery with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailEpisode Summary:In this episode of the Get Trauma Informed Podcast, Coach Liz explores how many of our adult behaviors were not intentionally chosen but formed through survival.Patterns like people-pleasing, emotional shutdown, and control often begin as childhood adaptations to unsafe or unpredictable environments. Over time, these patterns can feel like identity.But recovery invites a different question.What if that is not who you are?Through personal reflection and spiritual grounding, this episode introduces the possibility of separating learned survival patterns from true identity. Awareness creates space for choice. And choice opens the door for renewal.This is not about becoming someone new.It is about returning to who you were before survival became your identity.In This Episode, You Will Learn:• How childhood survival patterns shape adult identity• Why people-pleasing, control, and emotional shutdown are learned responses• The difference between survival-based identity and true identity• How awareness creates the opportunity for change• A spiritual perspective on renewal and identity restorationKey Reflection Questions:• What patterns in your life feel automatic?• Where were these patterns first learned?• What becomes possible if you begin to question them?Next Steps:If this message resonates with you, you are invited to continue your journey inside the Oasis Wellness Academy.This is a structured, supportive environment where we walk through identity, recovery, and leadership one step at a time.Recovery comes first.Awareness builds over time.And you are not expected to rush the process. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Who Am I Without the Trauma? Trauma Recovery with Coach Liz
Send us Fan Mail🎧 Episode SummaryIn this foundational episode of the Get Trauma Informed Podcast, Coach Liz explores one of the most important questions in recovery:Who am I without the trauma?Many of us unknowingly build our identity around survival. We become “the strong one,” “the people pleaser,” or “the peacekeeper,” not because that is who we are, but because that is who we needed to be.This episode gently shifts the focus from what happened to you… to who you are beyond it.Recovery is not about becoming someone new.It is about returning to who you were always created to be.🔑 In This Episode You Will Learn:How trauma shapes identity through survival rolesWhy survival patterns can feel like your true selfThe difference between identity and adaptationHow recovery begins with awareness, not judgmentWhy transformation starts with renewing your mind, not forcing changeHow to begin reconnecting with your true identity🧠 Key Concepts CoveredSurvival-Based IdentityWhen safety is missing, identity forms around protection.You may recognize yourself as:The strong oneThe fixerThe caretakerThe one who holds everything togetherThese roles helped you survive.But they are not the full truth of who you are.Identity Beyond TraumaRecovery invites a new question:“Who am I beyond what happened to me?”This is where transformation begins.Not through pressure.Not through performance.But through renewal.Romans 12:2 reminds us:“Be transformed by the renewing of your mind.”Awareness Is the First StepBefore change comes awareness.Awareness allows you to:Observe your patterns without judgmentRecognize what is survival vs identityCreate space for something new✨ Reflection QuestionsAsk yourself:Where did I learn to become who I am today?What part of me feels like survival instead of identity?What am I beginning to notice about myself?There is no judgment in the answer.Only information.🌿 Continue the ConversationThis work is explored deeper inside the Oasis Wellness Academy – Foundations of Recovery Pathway, where we walk through structured recovery, identity work, and trauma-informed leadership step by step.We are recovering one breath at a time.Give yourself grace and stay fearless.Bye for now. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Rise and Recover: Walking in Purpose with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailSpecial Release: Domestic Violence Series Episode 8 of 8🎧 Episode SummaryThis episode is being released out of order as we continue aligning the Foundations Podcast Series inside the Oasis Wellness Academy.You may also hear a reference to the All Things Recovery Patreon Community. That community has been retired and transitioned into the Oasis Wellness Academy, where everything is now housed in one structured, trauma-informed space.This episode remains an important part of the journey. It focuses on what happens after awareness begins to take root.Recovery is not the end.Recovery becomes responsibility.Recovery becomes leadership.Your comeback becomes a blueprint for someone else.🔑 Key Themes Covered1. The 5-Step Bottleneck Breakthrough Method (0:00)Identify the BottleneckRelease the BacklogReclaim Your FlowExpand into ConnectionStep into Abundance2. Walking in Purpose After Recovery (3:53)Practice peace dailyGive from overflow, not woundsStay connected to safe community3. Continue the Journey (8:14)Pathway to Trauma Recovery Book and JournalOasis Wellness Academy — Foundations PathwayPathway Professional Mentor Association (PPMA)All resources are now centralized within the Academy for a more structured and supportive experience.4. Closing Encouragement (9:09)A broken brain does not mean a broken destiny.Recovery is responsibility.Recovery is consistency.Continue your journey inside the Oasis Wellness Academy, your central space for structured recovery and support.You are not behind.You are rebuilding.🌿 Final ReminderWe are recovering one breath at a time.Give yourself grace and stay fearless.Bye for now. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Your Trauma Recovery Is the Wealth You Carry with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailEpisode OverviewMany people think of recovery only as relief from pain. However, trauma recovery produces something much deeper. It produces wisdom, compassion, and understanding that can help others find freedom.In this episode, Coach Liz explains how recovery becomes a form of wealth. The lessons learned through recovery become valuable guidance that can support others who are walking through similar struggles.Coach Liz also explains the three stages of trauma recovery and how the final stage activates purpose and responsibility to share the wisdom gained through the recovery journey.In This Episode You Will Learn• Why trauma recovery creates wisdom that can help others• The three stages of trauma recovery: Awakening, Application, and Activation• How recovery becomes purpose rather than just personal survival• Five questions that help reveal your calling• The next step for those who feel called to guide othersThe Three Stages of RecoveryTrauma recovery unfolds in three stages.Awakening is where someone begins understanding their story and recognizing patterns that shaped their life.Application is where recovery practices begin. Emotional regulation improves, boundaries strengthen, and a healthier identity begins to form.Activation is where recovery becomes purpose. The wisdom gained through the journey becomes a resource that can help others find direction and hope.Activating Your PurposeMany people sense a calling to help others after recovery begins. These questions can help guide that process.• Who is waiting for my story• Where has God been tugging at my heart• What cycles end with me• What wisdom do I now carry that others need• How can I offer what I never receivedRecovery does not require perfection. It requires responsibility to use the wisdom gained through the journey.Pathway Professional Mentor AssociationFor those who feel called to guide others, the Pathway Professional Mentor Association (PPMA) provides training for trauma recovery mentors and peer support leaders.Participants begin by completing two foundational courses inside Oasis Wellness Academy.• Pathways to Get Trauma-Informed – Level 1• Trauma Recovery One Breath at a Time – Level 2These courses provide the foundation for serving others safely and responsibly.Call to ActionIf you feel a pull to help others through trauma recovery, your story may be part of someone else's breakthrough.Explore the next step inside Oasis Wellness Academy and begin activating the purpose connected to your recovery journey. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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When God Uses Your Trauma to Lead Others to Freedom with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailEpisode OverviewMany people begin trauma recovery with one simple goal. They want the pain to stop and the patterns to change. However, as recovery progresses, many people discover something deeper. Their story begins with helping others find hope.In this episode, Coach Liz explores how trauma recovery often moves beyond personal recovery and becomes an assignment to help others find freedom. The experiences that once caused pain can produce wisdom, compassion, and understanding that guide others who are walking through similar struggles.In This Episode You Will Learn• Why trauma recovery often becomes a calling to serve others• The three stages of trauma recovery: Awareness, Application, and Purpose• Why many people stop at healing and never step into their assignment• How to recognize who you may be called to help• How trauma recovery mentors can guide others safely and responsiblyTrauma recovery often unfolds in three important stages.Stage One: AwarenessStage Two: ApplicationStage Three: PurposeFinding Your AssignmentMany people ask how they discover their calling after trauma recovery.Often the answer is already hidden within their story.You may notice that people come to you with certain questions. Others may seek your support because they recognize that you understand their experiences.Your assignment may be connected to:• The people you naturally feel drawn to help• The parts of your story others ask about most often• The patterns that God helped you overcome• The hope your story can provide to someone elseScripture reminds us in 2 Corinthians 1:4 that we comfort others with the comfort we have received.Pathway Professional Mentor AssociationFor those who feel called to guide others in trauma recovery, the Pathway Professional Mentor Association (PPMA) provides a certification pathway for trauma recovery mentors, coaches, and peer support leaders.PPMA focuses on teaching leaders how to serve responsibly while honoring emotional safety, ethical boundaries, and spiritual leadership.During the certification program, students complete two foundational courses:• Level 1 – Pathways to Get Trauma-Informed• Level 2 – Trauma Recovery: One Breath at a TimeThese courses help participants build the foundation needed to guide others safely and responsibly.Call to ActionIf you feel a pull to help others through trauma recovery, this may be part of your assignment.To learn more about the Pathway Professional Mentor Association and trauma recovery training opportunities, visit Oasis Wellness Academy and explore the next step in your recovery journey. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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What Healthy Love Really Looks Like After Trauma Recovery Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailEpisode OverviewMany people say they want healthy love. However, after trauma recovery begins, healthy love can feel unfamiliar. Peace, consistency, and kindness can feel strange when past relationships were shaped by chaos, inconsistency, or emotional instability. In this episode, Coach Liz explores why healthy love may feel uncomfortable at first and how trauma recovery helps rebuild the internal capacity to recognize and receive safe, respectful relationships.In This Episode You Will Learn• Why healthy love can feel unfamiliar after trauma • How past relationship patterns affect emotional trust • The six characteristics of healthy love • How your nervous system helps guide relationship discernment • Why recovery helps expand your capacity to receive healthy connectionWhat Healthy Love Looks LikeHealthy love does not create confusion or emotional chaos. Healthy love creates clarity, safety, and peace.Healthy love includes: • Consistency. Words and actions match. • Emotional safety. Feelings can be expressed without fear. • Respect. Time, identity, and boundaries are honored. • Accountability. Mistakes are acknowledged and corrected. • Reciprocity. Both people give and receive. • Peace. The relationship allows your nervous system to rest.When healthy love is present, the relationship supports growth rather than emotional survival.Listening to Your Nervous SystemOne of the most powerful tools in trauma recovery is learning to listen to the body.Your nervous system often recognizes safety before your thoughts do.Signs of healthy connection may include: • breathing becoming slower • shoulders relaxing • a calm and steady mindWhen something is unhealthy, the body often tightens, breathing becomes shallow, and the mind becomes restless.Your body can provide important signals when emotions feel confusing.Level Two Trauma Recovery Now OpenIf you are ready to continue your recovery journey, the Level Two Trauma Recovery Program, One Breath at a Time is now open inside Oasis Wellness Academy.This program helps participants develop the capacity to receive healthy love by learning: • emotional discernment • healthy boundary development • attachment pattern awareness • nervous system regulationCall to ActionTo learn more about the Level Two Trauma Recovery Program, visit Oasis Wellness Academy and explore the next step in your recovery journey.Podcast Closing We are recovering one breath at a time. Give yourself grace and stay fearless. Bye for now. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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The Turning Point of Trauma – When You Finally See Your Worth With Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailIn This Episode We Discuss:✨ The pivotal moment when survivors decide they deserve more ✨ How trauma shapes patterns of self-worth ✨ Why we tolerate inconsistency, disrespect, and emotional chaos ✨ How trauma quietly rewrites identity without permission ✨ The two levels of identity recovery: Awareness and Application ✨ Why your worth is not negotiable ✨ A guided affirmation pause to reinforce your valueThe Turning Point of TraumaFor years, many survivors live inside patterns shaped by trauma.Accepting less. Tolerating chaos. Pouring into people who give nothing in return.But there comes a day when clarity arrives.And everything begins to change.Trauma Rewrites IdentityTrauma can quietly teach you that you are:• Too much • Not enough • Required to earn love • Safer when you shrink • Responsible for other people’s behaviorThese identity wounds influence relationships, boundaries, and life decisions.Recovery requires awareness.Recovery involves practice.The Two Levels of Identity HealingLevel 1: AwarenessUnderstanding how trauma shaped your sense of worth. Recognizing where patterns began. Seeing your younger self with compassion.Level 2: ApplicationPracticing boundaries. Regulating emotions. Choosing differently. Building patterns that reflect your inherent worth.This is not about blame. This is about clarity and growth.Your Worth Is Not NegotiableYour worth was not determined by trauma. Your worth was not erased by who walked away. Your worth was established by God.And what God established cannot be undone by dysfunction.InvitationIf this episode resonated with you, consider stepping into:Level 1 Trauma Recovery for awarenessLevel 2 Trauma Recovery for applicationWe are recovering one breath at a time. Give yourself grace and stay fearless. Bye for now. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Put Dating Back in the Box – Trauma & Boundaries with Author Preston Wheeler
Send us Fan MailEpisode OverviewIn this powerful conversation, Preston Wheeler joins us to discuss his book “Put Dating Back in the Box,” co-authored with Alonzo McLittle. This book offers a structured and character-centered approach to relationships. Instead of rushing into connections, Preston encourages individuals to first develop self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and personal responsibility.This episode explores what happens when we enter relationships without healing unresolved trauma and how intentional growth can transform the way we love.What We Discussed🔹 Introducing Put Dating Back in the Box (0:00)Preston shares the heart behind the book. It provides practical guidance on:Recognizing self-worthHealing from past traumaAvoiding manipulative or abusive partnersDeveloping character before commitmentThe book encourages readers to slow down and build internal strength before seeking external validation.🔹 The Importance of Personal Growth (4:15)Many unhealthy relationships begin when people seek partnership without first addressing:Emotional woundsUnresolved traumaLack of relationship educationCharacter development gapsPreston explains that growth is not optional. It is foundational. Healthy relationships require two whole individuals, not two people looking to be rescued.🔹 Overcoming Trauma and Developing Boundaries (6:47)Preston shares how his own relationship challenges shaped his mission.He discusses:The power of forgiveness without abandoning boundariesLearning from painful experiencesDeveloping self-awarenessRefusing to tolerate unhealthy behaviorHealing does not mean forgetting. It means learning and strengthening your discernment.🔹 Accessing Resources for Personal Growth (12:33)The book highlights the importance of education and support systems such as:CounselingSupport groupsPodcastsBooks on emotional intelligence and character developmentGrowth requires intentional learning. No one is expected to do this alone.🔹 Availability and Impact (30:01)“Put Dating Back in the Box” is widely available through major retailers. Preston encourages listeners to explore the book and begin the journey toward healthier, more empowered relationships.His closing message is clear:You do not have to stay stuck in trauma. You can choose growth.Reflection QuestionsHave I taken time to develop my character before pursuing partnership?What patterns in my relationships might be connected to unresolved trauma?Where do I need stronger boundaries?What resources can I begin using today to grow? We are dedicated to providing support, education, and resources to individuals recovering from various forms of trauma. With a dedicated listener base, our podcast offers a unique opportunity for sponsors to connect with a deeply engaged and supportive community.Partnering with us will provide crucial support to many who need it on their recovery journey. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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When Family Breaks You: Generational Trauma Shapes Your View of Love with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailEpisode OverviewSome wounds are not personal choices. They are inherited patterns.In this episode, we explore how generational trauma quietly shapes identity, belief systems, attachment styles, and our view of love. Trauma does not always begin with us. Sometimes it begins in silence, secrets, and survival patterns that were never addressed.This conversation invites compassionate awareness, not blame.⏱ Episode Breakdown3:01 – What Is Generational Trauma?Trauma passed through behaviors, silence, secrets, and unprocessed painHow survival coping mechanisms become family cultureThe way trauma shapes belief systems about love, safety, and identity6:14 – Seven Signs of Generational TraumaEmotional avoidanceUnpredictable behaviorParentificationNormalizing dysfunctionIdentity shaped through shameRepeating unhealthy relationship patternsSilence around trauma7:40 – Breaking the Cycle Without BlameUnderstanding versus accusingCompassion over resentmentChoosing a new direction for the next generation8:35 – Reclaiming Your Story (Level 1 Trauma Recovery)Where did this pattern begin?What was modeled as “love”?What are you ready to shift?11:05 – Closing Reflection Give yourself grace. Stay fearless. We are recovering one breath at a time.Reflection QuestionsWhat was modeled as love in my family system?What emotions were allowed and which were silenced?What patterns am I ready to interrupt?ResourceLevel 1 Trauma Recovery: Reclaiming Your Story Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Trauma & Supporting Someone in Crisis Without Losing Yourself with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailEpisode DescriptionIn this episode of the Get Trauma Informed Podcast, Peer to Peer Wellness Coach Liz Blanding explores what it means to support someone in crisis without derailing your own trauma recovery. When someone we care about is going through a painful life transition, such as divorce or betrayal, it is easy to slip into overfunctioning, emotional waiting, or self-abandonment. This episode offers a grounded framework for offering care without rescuing, attaching, or pausing your healing.In This Episode, We Cover:Why support should never cost your stabilityHow over-extending for others can reactivate trauma patternsWhy divorce and betrayal are forms of trauma, not just transitionsHow silence can be a signal for self-reflection rather than self-blameA practical framework for offering brief, grounded, non-rescuing presenceKey Takeaways:Support should not cost your emotional or nervous system stabilityReduced communication is often a survival response, not rejectionYou can care without attaching and step back without abandoningPausing your recovery for someone else’s crisis is self-abandonmentYour recovery is the foundation for healthy connectionReflection Prompts:What does silence trigger in me?Am I responding from care or from anxiety?Does this connection support my recovery or challenge it?Closing Reminder:We are recovering one breath at a time. Give yourself grace and stay fearless. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Trauma in Business Betrayal & The Price of People-Pleasing with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailEpisode DescriptionTrauma does not stop at the door when we step into purpose-driven work or entrepreneurship. In this episode, Coach Liz explores how unresolved trauma shows up in business relationships and decision-making, often leading to over-giving, people-pleasing, silence, and financial loss.This conversation brings awareness to how early wounds can repeat themselves through business betrayal, misalignment, and unhealthy partnerships. More importantly, it offers a path forward grounded in boundaries, clarity, and emotional confidence.What You Will Learn in This EpisodeHow trauma influences business behavior and partnershipsWhy business betrayal can reopen childhood woundsThe role of boundaries in ethical and aligned business relationshipsKey questions to evaluate partnerships before committing or continuingHow trauma recovery supports confident, values-based decision-makingEpisode HighlightsTrauma’s impact on business relationships (0:11)The deep wounds of business betrayal (2:42)Establishing boundaries and alignment in business (4:28)Guiding questions for evaluating business relationships (5:34)Reclaiming confidence and emotional power (7:40)Reflection QuestionsAm I operating from purpose or from fear in my business decisions?Do my partnerships honor my values, time, and emotional well-being?Where might I be over-giving to earn safety or approval?Call to Action If this episode resonated, you may be ready for Level 2 Trauma Recovery, where we focus on financial trauma, emotional confidence, and boundary restoration so your calling is protected, not compromised.Closing Reminder Give yourself grace. Stay fearless. We are recovering one breath at a time. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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When Their Charm Becomes Your Trap – Trauma Recovery with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailEpisode SummaryIn this episode, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding explores how unresolved trauma can make survivors more vulnerable to narcissistic manipulation. What begins as charm, attention, and emotional safety can quietly shift into control, self-doubt, and emotional harm. This conversation brings clarity to patterns many survivors sense but struggle to name.Coach Liz breaks down the stages of narcissistic manipulation and offers practical trauma recovery tools to help listeners assess emotional safety, rebuild boundaries, and reclaim their emotional authority.In This Episode, You Will Learn:Why trauma survivors are often targeted by narcissistic personalities.The five stages of narcissistic manipulation, from love bombing to discard.How self-blame and tolerance of inconsistency keep trauma bonds in place.A simple 3-question tool to assess emotional safety in relationships.Why discernment is protection, not fear.How Level 2 trauma recovery supports identity rebuilding and boundary clarity.Key Discussion Points:Narcissistic manipulation and trauma survivors (00:00)The stages of narcissistic manipulation (03:41)Trauma recovery tools for boundary assessment (05:57)Reclaiming emotional authority through recovery (07:28)Recap and encouragement (08:11)Reflection Question: Where in your life has charm slowly turned into confusion or control?Next Step – Trauma Recovery Support: If this episode resonated with you, you may be ready for Level 2: One Breath at a Time Trauma Recovery. This course supports you in breaking trauma bonds, strengthening boundaries, and choosing relationships with clarity rather than self-doubt.👉 Learn more and begin your next step in recovery today.We are recovering one breath at a time. Give yourself grace and stay fearless. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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The Prison of Someone Else’s Trauma with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailEpisode OverviewIn this episode, Coach Liz explores the unseen cost of loving someone with unprocessed trauma. Drawing from lived experience, she unpacks how unresolved trauma can quietly enter relationships, creating emotional instability, fear, and numbness that the partner often feels responsible for managing.This conversation invites listeners to reflect on the difference between compassion and self-abandonment, and to release the belief that love requires rescuing or fixing someone else.Key Topics CoveredLoving someone with unprocessed trauma (1:12)Coach Liz shares how she was repeatedly drawn to partners carrying deep emotional wounds. She believed love could heal them, until she realized their unresolved trauma became a third presence in the relationship.The burden of secondary trauma (4:42)When you absorb someone else’s fear, triggers, and emotional weight, it can lead to secondary trauma. Over time, this creates burnout, blurred boundaries, and a loss of self.Choosing yourself over rescuing others (6:02)Healing is a personal responsibility. Healthy love is mutual, safe, and grounded in peace, not emotional labor or survival mode. Coach Liz introduces a “trauma brain vs. recovered brain” filter for relationships.Stepping back to allow healing (6:53)Sometimes the most loving act is stepping back and allowing others to do their own trauma work. Choosing peace may mean releasing familiar but unhealthy dynamics and trusting what God has prepared next.Reflection QuestionWhere in your life have you mistaken rescuing for love, and what might choosing yourself look like now?Next Step: Continue Your RecoveryIf this episode resonated, you may be ready for deeper support.Level 2: Trauma Recovery — One Breath at a Time is designed for those who recognize the patterns, understand the cost of secondary trauma, and are ready to move from awareness into intentional recovery. This level offers structured guidance, reflection, and support to help you strengthen boundaries, restore emotional safety, and choose peace without guilt.You do not have to recover alone. You do not have to carry what was never yours.We are recovering one breath at a time. Give yourself grace and stay fearless. Bye for now. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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When Love Hurts: Domestic Violence and Trauma Bonding in Adulthood with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailEpisode OverviewIn this deeply personal episode, Coach Liz shares her lived experience with domestic violence and trauma bonding, tracing how early exposure to emotional and relational instability shaped her adult relationships. She explains why survivors often confuse intensity, fear, and inconsistency with love, and why leaving abusive relationships is far more complex than outsiders understand.This conversation expands the definition of domestic violence beyond physical harm to include emotional, psychological, spiritual, and financial abuse. It offers understanding without judgment and truth without shame.What You Will LearnWhy trauma bonding keeps survivors emotionally attached to unsafe partnersHow unhealed childhood trauma trains the nervous system to accept chaos as normalWhy strength is not the issue, but unresolved trauma isHow domestic violence can show up emotionally, psychologically, spiritually, and financiallyWhat recovery has taught Coach Liz about deserving love that does not hurtKey TakeawaysTrauma bonding is a survival response, not a character flawIntensity and fear are often mistaken for love when safety was absent early onStaying does not mean weakness. It means the nervous system learned familiarity, not peaceHealing begins when the body learns what safety actually feels likeYou deserve relationships rooted in consistency, care, and respectReflection QuestionWhere have you mistaken intensity or fear for love because it felt familiar?Call to ActionIf this episode resonates with you and you are ready to begin your recovery journey, consider starting with Rebirth of Her. This is a safe, private, and spiritually grounded program designed specifically for survivors of domestic violence and trauma bonding.If a group setting feels like too much right now, you are invited to begin with Level 1, a gentle, trauma-informed starting place that allows you to learn, reflect, and rebuild emotional safety at your own pace.Your recovery matters. Your safety matters. Your story matters.Closing ReminderWe are recovering one breath at a time. Give yourself grace and stay fearless. Bye for now. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Growing Up in Chaos: Trauma, Alcoholism, Shame, and Losing Yourself Early with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailEpisode OverviewIn this powerful episode, Coach Liz explores how growing up in an alcoholic or emotionally chaotic home shapes identity, self-worth, and survival patterns long before adulthood. You will learn how shame forms early, why hyper-independence becomes a coping strategy, and how many people lose their authentic selves while simply trying to survive.This episode creates space for understanding, not blame, and offers gentle awareness for those beginning their recovery journey.What You Will LearnHow alcoholism in the home impacts emotional developmentWhy children often take on responsibility that was never theirsHow shame quietly replaces identity in chaotic environmentsThe connection between early chaos and adult people-pleasing or self-abandonmentWhy naming your experience is the first step toward recoveryKey TakeawaysChaos trains the nervous system to stay on high alertShame thrives in secrecy and silenceSurvival roles can follow you into adulthood if left unexaminedAwareness brings choice, and choice brings freedomRecovery begins with compassion for the child you once wereReflection QuestionWhat parts of yourself did you learn to hide just to stay safe?Call to ActionIf this episode resonated with you, consider taking the next step with the Level 1 Pathway to Trauma Recovery Course. This foundational course is designed to help you understand trauma, identify survival patterns, and begin rebuilding emotional safety, clarity, and self-trust at your own pace.You do not have to untangle this alone. Support, structure, and guidance are available as you begin your recovery journey.Closing ReminderWe are recovering one breath at a time. Give yourself grace and stay fearless. Bye for now. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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The Day My World Shattered: Childhood Trauma & Broken Trust with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailEpisode Summary In this deeply personal episode, Coach Liz shares the moment her world shattered at just three years old when she witnessed her mother being violently stabbed. She reflects on how this early trauma, combined with the absence of comfort and emotional support, shaped her understanding of safety, trust, and emotional regulation throughout her life.This conversation explores how childhood trauma that occurs before language develops can fundamentally impact brain development and create lifelong relational patterns. Coach Liz also introduces the concept of childhood emotional neglect and explains how unprocessed trauma teaches a child that their needs and emotions do not matter.To support listeners who may feel stirred or triggered, Coach Liz offers a gentle grounding exercise and reminds listeners that recovery includes learning how to comfort the parts of ourselves that were never protected.The episode closes with encouragement and an invitation to continue the recovery journey with support rather than isolation.Key Topics CoveredChildhood trauma and broken trustTrauma before language and brain developmentChildhood emotional neglect and attachment woundsHow unprocessed trauma impacts adult relationshipsGrounding and self-compassion practicesReconnecting with the inner childFinding support in trauma recoveryGrounding Practice SharedDeep breathingGentle affirmationsAdult self-reassurance for the wounded inner childNext Step for Listeners Listeners are invited to continue their journey through the Trauma Recovery Course, a supportive space to learn tools, understanding, and self-compassion without having to navigate recovery alone.We are recovering one breath at a time. Give yourself grace and stay fearless. Bye for now. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Trauma’s First Wound: When Safety Is Broken Before Birth with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailEpisode Summary In this deeply reflective episode, Coach Liz explores how trauma can begin before birth. Long before memory or language forms, the nervous system is already learning whether the world is safe. When a mother experiences fear, stress, or violence during pregnancy, the developing baby absorbs that emotional environment. This early exposure can shape identity, safety, and relationship patterns later in life.Coach Liz introduces the concept of womb trauma as the first unspoken wound and explains how unresolved early fear can become an invisible bottleneck in adulthood. She shares how the Bottleneck Breakthrough Method helps individuals identify where fear first entered their story so recovery can begin.Grounded in faith, the episode closes with reassurance from Psalms 139, reminding listeners that even if their beginning was marked by fear, their identity and purpose were never lost.Key Topics CoveredHow trauma can begin in the wombEarly nervous system wiring and safetyWhy the body may recognize fear before loveTrauma’s impact on identity and relationshipsIdentifying the first bottleneck in your storyGod’s intention and purpose despite early traumaScripture ReferencePsalms 139Next Step for Listeners If this episode stirred something in you, you are invited to explore Level 1: Pathways to Get Trauma Informed. This program offers a safe and guided space to understand your story and begin your trauma recovery journey.We are recovering one breath at a time. Give yourself grace and stay fearless. Bye for now. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Trauma, Red Flags vs. Healthy Traits — Learning to Discern Safe People with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailEpisode OverviewIn this episode, Coach Liz breaks down one of the most essential skills in trauma recovery. Learning how to discern red flags from healthy relational traits. You will discover why unsafe relationships can feel familiar to a nervous system shaped by chaos, and why peace may feel uncomfortable until the body relearns safety.This episode offers practical tools to help you evaluate relationships with clarity, confidence, and compassion.What You Will LearnWhy red flags are often subtle and not always obviousHow healthy traits feel steady, consistent, and emotionally safeWhy your nervous system provides valuable informationHow to discern who belongs in your inner circleA grounding question for clarity: “Does this person bring me closer to peace or closer to emotional chaos?”Key TakeawaysRed flags show up through patterns like gaslighting, boundary violations, and blameHealthy people demonstrate consistency, honesty, empathy, and responsibilityBehavior matters more than words or promisesConsistency matters more than chemistryEmotional safety is foundational for recovery and identityRed Flags vs. Healthy TraitsRed Flags May Include: Confusion, guilt-tripping, dishonesty, boundary violations, silent punishment, jealousy of growth, manipulation, and repeated apologies without changeHealthy Traits Include: Respect, open communication, emotional grounding, accountability, honesty, encouragement, and safetyReflection PromptWhat does emotional safety feel like for me, and how can I honor it this week?Continue Your Recovery JourneyIf this episode resonated, your next step may be Level 1: Pathway to Trauma Recovery Course. This program provides a safe and supportive space to deepen awareness, rebuild emotional safety, and strengthen discernment skills as part of your recovery journey. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Building a New Life: Healthy Love, Faith, and Community After Trauma with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailSpecial Release: Domestic Violence Series Episode 7 of 8Episode SummaryIn this deeply encouraging episode, Coach Liz explores what it truly looks like to rebuild your life after trauma. She takes listeners through the journey of transitioning from survival mode into a life grounded in peace, healthy love, faith, and community. This episode is a reminder that recovery is not a solo journey and that it is possible to build again with confidence, clarity, and support.Key Topics Covered1. Rebuilding Life After TraumaThe episode opens with a compassionate reflection on the experience of stepping out of abusive or traumatic environments. Many survivors are so accustomed to chaos and hypervigilance that learning to receive love, rest, and joy becomes a new challenge. The conversation walks through the shift from fear-driven survival to heart-centered living.2. Defining Healthy Love After TraumaHealthy love is consistent, steady, and peaceful. It supports your recovery instead of silencing it. It celebrates your growth, honors your worth, and mirrors the character of God. Healthy love does not confuse, disturb, or require you to betray yourself.3. Reconnecting with Faith and CommunityRecovery includes finding your way back to faith—not from fear, but from joy. Coach Liz speaks about the importance of safe spiritual spaces, ministries, and trauma-informed support systems. Community restoration is a vital part of rebuilding because survivors heal more fully when surrounded by people who speak to their worth.4. Practical Steps for RebuildingCoach Liz offers reflective questions to help listeners identify what abundance looks like in this season. Listeners are encouraged to examine where boundaries need strengthening and where they can courageously open up as they build a new foundation.5. Resources for the JourneyThis episode highlights key recovery resources such as the Pathway to Trauma Recovery book, journal tools, and the All Things Recovery online community. Rebuilding becomes possible when survivors are supported, seen, and empowered.Closing ReflectionCoach Liz closes with a powerful reminder that surviving the storm means it is now time to plant your garden. There is peace ahead, and there is purpose in every step forward. We are recovering one breath at a time. Give yourself grace and stay fearless. Bye for now. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Forgiveness vs. Reconciliation After Trauma with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailOverview: In this episode of the Get Trauma Informed Podcast, Coach Liz explores one of the most misunderstood topics in trauma recovery—the difference between forgiveness and reconciliation. Drawing from biblical truth and lived experience, she unpacks what God truly requires of us when we forgive and how to protect your peace in the process.Key Takeaways:Forgiveness and reconciliation are not the same. Forgiveness is about releasing emotional pain and resentment, while reconciliation requires accountability, repentance, and safety.Forgiveness is a spiritual detox. It’s a process that cleanses the heart, removes bitterness, and restores clarity so you can move forward in freedom.Boundaries are sacred. You can forgive someone without inviting them back into your life.Practical tools for walking in forgiveness: Pray for peace instead of proximity, write a release letter, and bless your surroundings to replace resentment with gratitude.Faith connection: Forgiveness aligns you with God’s will, but reconciliation mirrors His grace only when both repentance and responsibility are present.Reflection Prompt: What are you still holding onto that belongs to God? What would it look like to forgive while still protecting your peace?Resource Mentioned: ✨ Pathway to Trauma Recovery book and journal — continue your forgiveness journey and discover emotional restoration, one breath at a time.Join the Recovery Movement: Continue your journey inside the All Things Recovery Patreon Community — where faith, forgiveness, and freedom meet. 👉 Join here Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Learning to Feel Safe in Your Own Skin Again After Trauma with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailSummary: In this episode, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding takes listeners on a journey to rediscover safety, presence, and peace within their own bodies after trauma. She reminds us that while the mind may want to forget, the body remembers, carrying the echoes of past pain in the form of tension, tightness, and guarded breath.Through Scripture and grounded wisdom, Liz reframes the body as sacred ground, not a battlefield. Each breath becomes an invitation to God’s peace, each step toward reconnection an act of worship.Key Topics Covered:The body’s memory of trauma and its survival responsesUnderstanding the body as a temple of the Holy SpiritThree simple body-based healing practices:Purposeful breathing to invite peaceGrounding to stay present in the momentGentle movement to release trauma energyTrauma recovery as worship, restoring both the body and soulReflection Prompt: How can you begin to treat your body as sacred today, not broken, but beloved?Connect with Resources: Visit Oasis Wellness Centers for guided trauma recovery tools, journals, and programs designed to help you reconnect with your body, breath, and spirit.Signature Closing: We are recovering one breath at a time. Give yourself grace and stay fearless. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Finding Your Voice After Abuse and Trauma with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailEpisode OverviewIn this powerful episode, Coach Liz invites you to explore one of the most transformative questions survivors can ask: “Who are you when you remove the pain?”Abuse often strips away self-worth, replacing truth with lies that silence the voice within. This conversation is a reminder that your true identity has never been lost; it’s waiting to be reclaimed. Key Topics1. Reclaiming Your Identity After Abuse Learn how trauma distorts your self-perception and how to rediscover the person God created you to be, whole, worthy, and fearless.2. Alignment: Bringing Mind, Body, and Spirit Back Into Agreement Coach Liz introduces the Bottleneck Breakthrough Method and explains how healing requires harmony between your mind, body, and spirit. This alignment allows truth to flow freely through every part of your being.3. Rebuilding Boundaries and Restoring Your Voice Using the story of Nehemiah rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, you’ll learn how to protect your peace through strong, healthy boundaries, one “NO” at a time.4. God’s Promise of Restoration Drawing from Joel 2:25, Coach Liz reminds listeners that God restores not only time but identity. Every lost moment, voice, and dream can be rebuilt through faith and resilience. Resources MentionedPathway to Trauma Recovery Book & JournalAll Things Recovery Patreon CommunityOasis Wellness Centers Trauma Recovery Coaching Visit OasisWellnessCtrs.com to access these tools and begin reclaiming your voice.💬 Reflection PromptWhere in your life are you ready to say “NO” to what no longer serves you, and “YES” to your true identity?💖 Closing MessageWe are recovering one breath at a time. Give yourself grace and stay fearless. — Coach Liz Blanding, The Trauma Informed Girl Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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When Love Hurts: Recognizing Trauma Bonding and Breaking the Cycle with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailOverview:In this deeply emotional and educational episode of the Get Trauma Informed Podcast, Coach Liz Blanding unpacks the painful reality of trauma bonding. This psychological and chemical attachment keeps survivors tied to abusive relationships even when they want to leave. Through compassion, truth, and faith-based insights, Liz helps listeners understand how to recognize the difference between real love and trauma-induced attachment.Key Discussion Points:💔 Understanding Trauma Bonding (0:00)Trauma bonding occurs through repeated cycles of abuse, apology, and reconciliation.The brain becomes conditioned to associate pain with comfort and fear with love.These emotional highs and lows create chemical bonds that mirror addiction.💞 True Love vs. Trauma (2:11)True love aligns with 1 Corinthians 13—it is patient, kind, and never controlling or humiliating.Love should build your strength, not break your spirit.Real love honors boundaries, encourages peace, and supports your freedom.🔁 The Cycle of Trauma Bonding (3:23)Abusers often begin with charm, gifts, or affection to create a deep sense of attachment.This is followed by emotional or physical abuse, then an apology or promise to change.The apology releases oxytocin (“the bonding hormone”), reinforcing the emotional tie and making it difficult to detach.🛑 Breaking the Bond (4:29) Coach Liz outlines three steps to break the cycle:Awareness – Identify and name the unhealthy pattern.Acceptance – Face the truth without denial or excuses.Courage – Choose to end the cycle, even when fear or hope tries to pull you back.She reminds listeners that journaling, prayer, and supportive communities are powerful tools for rebuilding clarity and strength.✨ Call to Action (7:35)Explore the Pathway to Trauma Recovery book and journal.Join the All Things Recovery community on Patreon for faith-based trauma recovery circles and guided healing.Remember: you do not have to untangle the trauma bond alone.Final Message:You are not bound to your pain. Love does not hurt, manipulate, or control. Love restores, uplifts, and heals.Tagline:We are recovering one breath at a time. Give yourself grace and stay fearless. Bye for now. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Trauma in Emotional and Spiritual Abuse with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailIn this powerful episode of the Get Trauma Informed Podcast, Coach Liz Blanding explores two of the most insidious forms of abuse—emotional and spiritual abuse. These forms of control often hide behind the appearance of care, faith, or love, leaving survivors questioning their worth, intuition, and even their connection to God.Key Discussion Points:🕊️ Defining Emotional and Spiritual Abuse (0:13)Emotional abuse is a pattern of behaviors like gaslighting, name-calling, guilt-tripping, and public humiliation.Spiritual abuse manipulates faith, scripture, or divine authority to shame and control others.Both target identity and create confusion about one’s relationship with self and with God.👁️ Recognizing the Signs (1:30)These forms of abuse can be subtle.The abuser often disguises control as “love” or “spiritual guidance.”True faith produces peace and freedom—not fear, confusion, or control.🌿 The Bottleneck Breakthrough Method (4:35) Coach Liz introduces a 3-step recovery process:Awareness – Identify and name the abusive behaviors.Acceptance – Stop blaming yourself and recognize the abuser’s brokenness.Alignment – Reconnect your mind, body, and spirit with the truth of your worth and freedom.✍️ Reclaiming Your Voice (6:37)Journaling becomes a sacred act of recovery.The silence imposed by abuse can be broken by writing, reflecting, and reaffirming your truth.You may have been silenced, but your power was never stolen.🌼 Resources and Community (6:44)Explore the Pathway to Trauma Recovery book and journal.Join the All Things Recovery community on Patreon for faith-based trauma circles, guided reflections, and peer-to-peer encouragement.Final Message (7:16):You are not alone. You are supported, seen, and safe. Remember—emotional and spiritual abuse may have silenced your voice, but it did not take your power.Tagline:We are recovering one breath at a time. Give yourself grace and stay fearless. Bye for now. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Understanding Trauma in the Context of Domestic Violence: When Safety Isn’t Safe - Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailEpisode SummaryIn this powerful opening to the Mini Trauma Recovery Talks: Domestic Violence & Trauma Recovery Series, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding helps survivors and supporters understand why leaving an abusive situation doesn’t automatically mean the trauma is gone.Trauma is not just about what happened — it’s about how those experiences reshaped your body, brain, and spirit. Liz explains how the “trauma loop” keeps survivors stuck in cycles of triggers, fear, and shame, and how awareness becomes the first step to breaking free.Drawing from The Bottleneck Breakthrough Method and scripture, Liz reminds listeners that God’s plan was never for us to live in fear. True recovery is a process of renewing the mind and learning to feel safe again — one breath at a time.In This Episode You’ll Learn:What trauma really means in the context of domestic violenceWhy the body struggles to recognize safety after leaving abuseHow to identify and break the “trauma loop”Why awareness is the first step in The Bottleneck Breakthrough MethodHow faith and renewal of the mind lead to lasting peaceA simple reflection exercise to begin redefining what safety means todayScripture References:Psalm 34:18 — “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted.”Isaiah 61:1 — “He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted.”Romans 12:2 — “Be transformed by the renewing of your mind.”Reflective Prompt:🪞 What does safety mean to me now — and what would it take for my body to believe it?Resources Mentioned:📘 Pathway to Trauma Recovery book🪞 Pathway to Trauma Recovery Journal🌿 All Things Recovery Patreon Community — Faith-based trauma recovery support and reflection resources Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Trauma & Dignity in Housing: Rent-to-Own Solutions with Diego Giraldo
Send us Fan MailSummary:In this powerful conversation, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding of Oasis Wellness Centers sits down with real estate innovator Diego Giraldo of RTO Enterprises to explore the connection between trauma, foreclosure, and housing. Together, they discuss how foreclosure compounds financial and emotional trauma and how dignity can be restored through creative rent-to-own housing solutions.Listeners will learn:How RTO Enterprises helps distressed property owners avoid foreclosure and protect their credit.Why foreclosure adds layers of trauma, and how rent-to-own offers a pathway to dignity and stability.How the rent-to-own model allows families with credit challenges to begin building equity while renting.Why brokers can benefit from offering rent-to-own solutions and expand their value to clients.How Oasis Wellness and RTO Enterprises’ missions align to provide wraparound services and trauma recovery support.The shared vision for expanding these housing solutions in Michigan, across the U.S., and even globally.🎧 This episode shines a light on housing as more than real estate; it’s a foundation for recovery, dignity, and hope.Resources & Links:Call to Action:If you or someone you know is facing foreclosure, seeking stable housing, or interested in supporting our mission, connect with Oasis Wellness Centers today: 📞 Call: 616-320-0703 🌐 Website: www.oasiswellnessctrs.com 📧 Email: [email protected] Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Domestic Violence: Breaking the Trauma Cycle and Finding Light on the Other Side with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailEpisode Summary: In this heartfelt episode, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding shares a powerful story about a friend’s daughter who was brutally harmed in a domestic violence incident. Drawing from her own journey as a survivor of domestic violence, Liz unpacks how unresolved trauma fuels the cycle of violence—and how it can escalate from “one hit” to life-threatening situations if not addressed.She highlights the ripple effect of domestic violence on families and loved ones who often feel helpless when someone they care about is trapped in an abusive relationship. Liz also discusses the comprehensive resources available at Oasis Wellness Centers—from trauma recovery coaching to financial guidance and safety planning—to help survivors take steps toward freedom, safety, and restoration.Faith remains central to Liz’s message as she shares scripture that assures listeners: God never intended for anyone to live in fear or harm.Timestamps:[0:10] Domestic violence and unresolved trauma[2:17] The ripple effect of domestic violence[3:09] Resources and support for recovery at Oasis Wellness Centers[4:41] Biblical perspective on domestic violence[5:19] Call to action and closing👉 Resources Mentioned:Oasis Wellness Centers: Peer-to-peer trauma recovery coaching, safety planning, financial guidance, and support groupsNational Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Trauma-Informed Leadership: Why It Matters Everywhere with Coach Liz Blanding
Send us Fan MailDescription In this episode of the Get Trauma Informed Podcast, Peer-to-Peer Wellness Coach Liz Blanding explores why trauma-informed leadership is essential in every environment — the workplace, church, schools, and community.Liz shares a personal story of returning to work too soon after her first car accident and being re-traumatized by a supervisor’s angry response. This experience highlights how unresolved trauma and non-trauma-informed leadership can cause lasting harm.You’ll also learn the four principles of trauma-informed leadership, plus practical steps to begin creating safer, more supportive spaces.Timestamps0:06 – Trauma’s presence in every space0:28 – Defining trauma-informed leadership1:05 – Personal story of non-trauma-informed leadership2:40 – Why trauma-informed leadership is imperative3:14 – Four key principles4:04 – Practical action steps4:37 – Transformative power of trauma-informed leadership5:15 – Oasis Wellness Centers’ masterclasses and coursesKey TakeawaysTrauma is always in the room — leaders must recognize it.Trauma-informed leadership shifts from blame to understanding.Four key principles: Awareness, Empathy, Boundaries with Accountability, Model Regulation.Leadership that is trauma-informed helps people not just survive, but thrive.👉 Learn more about Trauma-Informed Leadership Masterclasses and Courses at OasisWellnessCtrs.com. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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What is Trauma? Relationships, Readiness, and Opening the Conversation with Coach Liz
Send us Fan MailDescription In this episode of the Get Trauma Informed Podcast, Coach Liz dives deep into the question: What is trauma? Trauma is not just about the events we’ve lived through — it’s about how our mind, body, and spirit respond when life feels overwhelming, unsafe, or unbearable.We’ll also explore what trauma looks like in relationships, why timing matters when sharing your past, and how to protect your energy in those conversations.Timestamps1:07 – What trauma really is2:44 – How trauma shows up in relationships4:08 – Discerning when to share your trauma6:04 – Why trauma does not make you unworthy of love6:30 – Closing thoughts and consulting God in your decisionsKey TakeawaysTrauma is an imprint, not just an event.Relationships built on unacknowledged trauma are like houses on shaky ground.Share your story slowly, with discernment and awareness of your partner’s response.You are not unworthy of love because of trauma. You are human — and worthy of trust, safety, and grace.👉 Learn more about trauma recovery and explore resources at OasisWellnessCtrs.com Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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The Power of Peer-to-Peer Trauma Recovery with Matthew DeWard
Send us Fan MailEpisode Summary: In this powerful episode, host Liz Blanding sits down with trauma survivor and sound healer Matthew DeWard. After surviving a near-death stabbing and enduring extensive facial reconstructive surgery, Matthew found healing through music and peer-to-peer trauma recovery. Today, he channels his journey into helping others heal at Stillwater Temple, his sound-focused recording studio.Together, Liz and Matthew explore:How trauma shaped Matthew’s life and his journey back from the brinkThe unique healing power of peer-to-peer trauma coaching vs traditional therapyWhy forgiveness and self-awareness are crucial to recoveryHow trauma-informed approaches helped him overcome substance dependencyThe importance of uncovering buried trauma to prevent unconscious reactionsThis episode is a heartfelt reminder that “who feels it knows it” and that healing is possible when we walk together.Resources & Links:Follow Matthew’s work: Stillwater Temple (sound healing)Learn about the Pathway Professional Mentorship Association (PPMA): Oasis Wellness CentersJoin the trauma recovery community: Get Trauma Informed PodcastQuote from Matthew:“Peer-to-peer recovery is like having a travel companion instead of just a map, we walk together.” We are dedicated to providing support, education, and resources to individuals recovering from various forms of trauma. With a dedicated listener base, our podcast offers a unique opportunity for sponsors to connect with a deeply engaged and supportive community.Partnering with us will provide crucial support to many who need it on their recovery journey. Oasis Wellness Centers home of Soothing Salve. An organic pain relief salve. Fights inflammation. Provides pain relief, relieves stiffness. Relieves stiffness. Relieves dry, itchy skin. Improves Circulation. http://oasiswellnessctrs.comMission: Oasis Wellness Centers is dedicated to relieving pain, promoting relaxation & restoring mobility through Premium Natural Herbal Salve Utilization. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Mini Trauma Recovery Talk: Trauma in Transit Workers with Coach Michael Bart Mathews
Send us Fan MailEpisode Overview:This episode of the "Get Trauma Informed" podcast addresses the significant challenges transit workers face, including high levels of stress, frequent traumatic events, and long-term impacts on their mental health. Featuring insights from Coach Michael, a retired Chicago Transit Authority worker, the discussion also highlights the "Pathway to Trauma Recovery" book, offering readers strategies and resources to foster trauma recovery.Key Takeaways:Transit Worker Trauma: The daily pressures of avoiding accidents, managing passenger safety, and dealing with verbal abuse expose transit workers to trauma. Notably, assaults on transit workers reached a 15-year high in 2023.Coach Michael's Story: As a retired transit worker, Michael shares his realization of unaddressed trauma years after retirement, leading him to become a certified trauma recovery coach."Pathway to Trauma Recovery" Book: With contributions from 13 authors, this book guides readers through various trauma experiences and offers tools to overcome trauma, achieve balance, and recognize personal triggers.Resources from Oasis Wellness Centers: Oasis provides support groups, trauma recovery sessions, and additional recovery tools to help individuals on their journey.Topics Covered:Transit Worker Trauma Exposure:Incidents of physical and verbal abuse, risk of accidents, and the constant pressure to ensure passenger safety contribute to anxiety, PTSD, and health issues.Personal Experience of Coach Michael:Ten years after retiring, Coach Michael identified unrecognized trauma symptoms, leading him to collaborate with Wellness Coach Liz in trauma recovery."Pathway to Trauma Recovery" Book:A comprehensive resource featuring strategies for managing trauma symptoms and reaching life balance.Oasis Wellness Centers Resources:Support groups, live sessions, and trauma-informed resources are available through Oasis Wellness Centers.Importance of Trauma Awareness:Educating transit workers and managers on trauma's impact can foster a supportive and trauma-aware work environment.Next Steps:Explore the "Pathway to Trauma Recovery" book: A must-read for those looking to understand trauma triggers and work towards recovery. Visit Oasis Wellness Centers: Additional resources are available, including group sessions and recovery tools. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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From Military Trauma to Market Success with Justin Moore
Send us Fan MailEpisode Summary:In this episode of Get Trauma Informed, pre-recorded July 2024. We sat down with Justin Moore, a former Air Force jet engine mechanic turned entrepreneur. Justin shares his inspiring journey from military life to business success, and how a trauma-informed approach has helped him navigate life’s challenges. He discusses the impact of mental health awareness and the importance of shifting away from unhealthy coping mechanisms.Justin also introduces his sustainable business, Agoge Hemp Protein, and provides insights into launching a wellness-focused startup. Tune in to discover how trauma-informed living, community support, and entrepreneurship intersect on the path to recovery.Key Topics Covered:Justin’s Background (0:00) – Military service, business development, and entrepreneurial journey.Understanding Trauma-Informed Practices (1:32) – How past experiences affect present decisions and relationships.Mental Health & Managing PTSD (1:32) – Tools Justin uses to maintain mental wellness.Launching Agoge Hemp Protein (5:02) – Building a sustainable product and promoting healthy living.Connecting Resources & Community Support (19:00) – The role of community and trauma-informed initiatives in healing.Next Steps & Encouragement (27:23) – Agoge Protein benefits and future plans. We are dedicated to providing support, education, and resources to individuals recovering from various forms of trauma. With a dedicated listener base, our podcast offers a unique opportunity for sponsors to connect with a deeply engaged and supportive community.Partnering with us will provide crucial support to many who need it on their recovery journey. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Wk. 12 Military Trauma: “A New Mission: Moving Forward with Meaning After Trauma”
Send us Fan MailEpisode SummaryIn this closing episode of the Warrior Within 12-week series, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding celebrates the journey we’ve taken together from understanding trauma to building emotional safety, recovering from financial trauma, reclaiming identity, and experiencing the power of peer support.This week, the focus shifts to your new mission: moving forward with meaning after trauma. Trauma may always be part of your story, but it doesn’t define your future. You’ll learn how to embrace post-traumatic growth, reclaim your goals, rebuild relationships, and redefine your life around purpose.You’ll also hear Liz’s personal story of transformation, from devastation to strength, wisdom, and compassion — and why “the air is so much better” on the other side of recovery.Timestamps & Key Takeaways0:11 — Recap of the Warrior Within Series Highlights from the past 12 weeks: understanding trauma, PTSD vs CPTSD, emotional safety, financial trauma recovery, identity, purpose, and peer support.2:32 — Moving Forward with Meaning How recovery shifts your focus to reclaiming goals, relationships, and purpose, and stepping into post-traumatic growth.4:28 — Personal Recovery Story How trauma broke Liz open to become stronger, wiser, and more compassionate.5:12 — Spiritual Reflection Jeremiah 29:11 — God’s plan is to give you hope and a future, not just survival.6:01 — Your Next Step Invitation to join Oasis Wellness Centers' programs, like The Rebirth of the Veteran and the Pathway Professional Mentor Association for aspiring trauma recovery coaches.Your Next Step: Continue the Journey with UsRecovery is just the beginning; now it’s time to thrive. At Oasis Wellness Centers, you’ll find programs, resources, and communities that help you keep moving forward. Whether you’re a veteran ready for your next chapter or you feel called to become a trauma recovery coach, we have a path for you.💛 Join our All Things Recovery Patreon community for weekly support calls, tools, and a safe, faith-filled space to grow alongside others. Patreon — All Things RecoveryReflection Prompt: What has this recovery journey taught you about who you are and the life you now want to live? Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Wk. 11 Military Trauma: “The Power of Peer Support: Why You’re Not Meant to Heal Alone”
Send us Fan MailEpisode Summary:In this episode of Get Trauma Informed, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding explores the transformative role of peer support in long-term trauma recovery. Trauma can make us feel isolated, unseen, and unsafe, but connection changes everything.You’ll discover:How peer support rewires your beliefs about safety, belonging, and worth.The neuroscience of co-regulation and why your nervous system needs safe people to fully recover.A biblical reflection from Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 reminding us that “two are better than one” in the journey of restoration.How to choose healthy communities and distance yourself from toxic influences that hinder your recovery.This is your reminder that you were never meant to recover alone and that the right community can become your lifeline.Timestamps & Key Takeaways0:04 — The Power of Peer Support Why validation and shared experiences help dissolve shame and break isolation.3:40 — The Neuroscience of Safe Belonging We are wired for co-regulation — calming in the presence of grounded, non-judgmental people.4:51 — Biblical Perspective Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 affirms that God sends people to help us rise when we fall.5:14 — Choosing the Right People Healthy communities are essential; replace toxic influences with safe, positive support systems.5:38 — Reflective Prompt Consider the spaces where you feel safe, seen, and supported — and where you need more of that connection.Your Next Step: Join a Loving, Supportive Recovery CommunityRecovery is hard work, but you don’t have to do it alone. At Oasis Wellness Centers, we create safe spaces for trauma Survivors and Thrivers to connect, share, and grow together.If you’re ready for ongoing encouragement, guided recovery tools, and a faith-fueled, non-judgmental support circle, join us inside our All Things Recovery Patreon community. You’ll get access to:Weekly connection and support callsRecovery tools, journal prompts, and affirmationsA safe, loving community that truly “gets it”💛 Join today and start recovering one breath at a time: Patreon — All Things RecoveryReflection Prompt: Who in your life offers you a safe space to recover, and where might you need more of that support? Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Wk.10 Military Trauma: Relapse Isn’t Failure: Building a Plan for the Days You Fall Apart
Send us Fan MailEpisode Summary:In Week 10 of The Warrior Within, Liz Blanding addresses a critical — and often misunderstood — part of the trauma recovery process: relapse. Whether it's returning to old habits, toxic relationships, or emotional shutdown, relapse is not the end of your healing. It’s a signal from your nervous system that you need support, not shame.Key Topics Covered:What relapse looks like in trauma recovery (isolation, shutdown, avoidance)Why relapse happens: trigger stacking, shame flare-ups, emotional fatigueThe difference between failure and fallingHow to build a safety plan for hard daysPersonal story of grace in relapse momentsScripture reflection: Proverbs 24:16Reflection prompt: “What does relapse look like for me — and what safety plan do I need to put in place for those days?”Call to Action:Join the Warrior Within recovery program at oasiswellnessctrs.com to continue your journey with guided support, journaling prompts, and spiritual healing tools. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Wk. 9 Military Trauma: “Boundaries and Brokenness: Learning to Say No, Learning to Stay Whole”
Send us Fan MailEpisode Summary:In Week 9 of The Warrior Within, Liz Blanding tackles one of the most transformational skills in trauma recovery: boundaries. For many survivors, especially those from chaotic homes, military environments, or abusive relationships, boundaries were broken before they were ever built. In this episode, Liz breaks down what boundaries are, how trauma disrupts them, and how rebuilding them can lead to self-worth, peace, and emotional wholeness.Key Topics Covered:Understanding the types of boundaries (physical, emotional, financial, spiritual)How trauma, especially military and CPTSD, disrupts boundariesCommon trauma beliefs: “I can’t say no,” “Love means overgiving”Personal story of learning to say no and reclaiming peaceScripture reflection: Proverbs 4:23Reflection prompt: “Where have I been afraid to speak up — and what would change if I did?”Call to Action:Join the Warrior Within recovery program at oasiswellnessctrs.com to continue your journey with guided support, journaling prompts, and spiritual healing tools.You deserve boundaries that protect your healing. Visit oasiswellnessctrs.com to access boundary-setting resources and trauma-informed support. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Wk. 8 Military Trauma: “Tell Your Story: Identity, Purpose & Reclaiming Your Voice”
Send us Fan MailEpisode Summary:In Week 8 of The Warrior Within, Liz Blanding leads us into one of the most transformative aspects of trauma recovery: telling your story. Trauma teaches us to stay silent, shrink, or hide. But healing begins when we reclaim our voice and shift from surviving to storytelling. This episode explores how testimony transforms, why telling your story in your own words matters, and how it aligns with both neuroscience and scripture.Key Topics Covered:Why storytelling is essential in trauma recoveryThe neuroscience behind testimony and memory integrationReclaiming identity through voice and purposePersonal story of naming trauma and reclaiming powerScripture reflection: Revelation 12:11Reflection prompt: “If I could share my story with someone who needed hope, what part would I tell?”Call to Action:Join the Warrior Within recovery program at oasiswellnessctrs.com to continue your journey with guided support, journaling prompts, and spiritual healing tools. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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Wk. 7 Military Trauma: The Trauma of Financial Instability
Send us Fan MailEpisode Summary:In Week 7 of The Warrior Within, Liz Blanding opens up a vital yet often overlooked topic: financial trauma. Many trauma survivors — veterans and civilians alike — carry deep emotional wounds around money. From poverty and job loss to financial abuse and instability, money becomes more than a resource — it becomes a trigger. This episode explores how to recognize financial trauma, understand its symptoms, and start healing your relationship with money through spiritual truth and self-compassion.Key Topics Covered:What is financial trauma and who it affectsSigns of financial PTSD: anxiety, panic, guilt, shameHow trauma rewires our beliefs about moneyPersonal story of financial collapse and recoveryScripture reflection: Philippians 4:19Reflection prompt: “What messages about money did I receive from trauma — and what do I want to believe instead?”Call to Action:Rebuild your relationship with money by starting with healing. Visit oasiswellnessctrs.com to access trauma-informed coaching and financial empowerment tools.Join the Warrior Within recovery program at oasiswellnessctrs.com to continue your journey with guided support, journaling prompts, and spiritual healing tools. Support the showRemember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast. Contact us at: [email protected]://www.skool.com/oasis-wellness-academy-3841/aboutDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment. Please seek licensed support where appropriate.
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The Get Trauma Informed Podcast is dedicated to unraveling the complexities of trauma, its pervasive impact, and the journey toward holistic recovery and realignment.If your radiance have ever felt muted, like I and thousands of others, you are in the right place to reignite your inner light. I'm your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding. To Reach out for support and coaching.Trauma was not your Fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Recovery however is our Responsibility. I am your Holistic Trauma Recovery Coach and Fellow Survivor turned Thriver. We bring awareness of the resources available to those who are suffering in silence that was created by Trauma.Together we'll explore the depths of trauma awareness, the critical importance of understanding its effects, trauma discrimination, trauma ignorance and the many paths available for <a href="http://oasiswellnessct
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