Episode notes
In this powerful and deeply moving episode, host Angela R. Strong sits down with James, whose life was forever altered when he witnessed the unthinkable at age 11 - the tragic loss of his mother at the hands of his father. Now in his 40's, James shares his remarkable journey from trauma to triumph in a conversation that explores the depths of human resilience and the power of transformation.
Key Discussion Points:
- The immediate aftermath of childhood trauma and its ripple effects through adolescence
- Navigating complex emotions: grief, anger, abandonment, and healing
- Breaking generational cycles of violence and trauma
- The pivotal moments and decisions that led to healing
- Tools and strategies for processing deep-seated trauma
- Building healthy relationships despite early attachment wounds
Keywords
Calibrated Resilience, personal transformation, resilience psychology, mindfulness, Resilience Quotient Assessment (RQA), stress management, emotional regulation, decision-making, interpersonal relationships, life satisfaction, military discipline, achildhood trauma resilience