The Gifts of Trauma

• Moving from “What’s Wrong?” To “What’s Right?” with Dr Shawn Ginwright

  Hosted by Rosemary Davies-Janes. Produced by J'aime Rothbard. Young peoples' transformational stories advocate for an expansion of the current Trauma-Informed approach to include the Healing-Centered focus on empowerment, agency & holistic well-being. In this paradigm shifting conversation, Shawn shares stories of young people who transformed their lives through community support and aspirational  goals. Their experiences demonstrate how being recognized as agents in their own healing process, empowered young people to dream and envision futures beyond their trauma. To support this shift, Shawn advocates an expansion of the current trauma-informed approach’s focus on symptoms and individual experiences to include healing-centered engagement’s focus on empowerment, agency and holistic well-being.  In addition, he explains: - Trauma as political, rooted in systemic issues within disenfranchised and low income communities - Why a sense of agency is crucial for building optimism and controlling one’s life narrative. - How the inherent healing qualities of cultural practices within communities can facilitate well-being - Why the well-being of educators, and others who support youth, is critical for fostering a healthy environment for young people.  Shawn calls for a more integrated approach to trauma that recognizes political systemic issues, the value of community and cultural practices and the cultivation of agency in young people. Photo of firefighter John and his family : https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zWn3V25jIeYBine9GvgMKeMEn1gVrtDL/edit?usp=share_link&ouid=111366718931479540287&rtpof=true&sd=true About Dr Shawn Ginwright (Dr G) Author, Professor, Activist and Provocateur The Jerome T. Murphy Professor of Practice at Harvard Graduate School of Education, Dr G’s groundbreaking work on trauma, healing, and the empowerment of African American youth has been instrumental in reshaping the discourse surrounding youth development.  His introduction of the "healing- centered engagement" concept in 2018 revolutionized the field, providing an asset-based approach to addressing youth trauma and fostering resilience. Dr G’s work has been cited in the New York Times, and he is a highly sought-after speaker on topics ranging from civic engagement and youth activism to the transformative power of healing. His contributions extend beyond his academic work. As a seasoned non-profit leader, Dr G serves as the co-founder and CEO of Flourish Agenda, Inc. This pioneer research lab and consulting firm is dedicated to unlocking the power of healing and empowering youth of color, and their adult allies, to drive transformative change in schools and communities.  Dr G has also written numerous highly acclaimed books, including, The Four Pivots: Reimagining Justice, Reimagining Ourselves. And, Hope and Healing in Urban Education: How Urban Activists and Teachers Are Reclaiming Matters of the Heart. The son of William and May Ginwright (Jacksonville, Florida) he is the father of two amazing young adult children (26 and 24) and the husband of an extraordinary woman for 30 years. He resides between Boston, MA and Oakland, CA and credits his family with supporting  his relentless dedication to empowering marginalized youth and creating inclusive spaces for healing and growth.  Promotional Message If you're a current Compassionate Inquiry Professional Training Program participant or graduate, you're invited to CI's Experiential Intensive Retreat, in the north of Ireland, from September 8 - 12. Deepen your personal and community connections in the beautiful natural setting of Corrymeela, with beautiful views over the Irish sea. Rest, reflect, and partake in workshops,  CI-, body- and nature-based  practice sessions, plus delightful evening community celebrations, with home-cooked meals, Irish music and dancing. Tap this link to learn more. Resources: Websites:  Professional Website Flourish Agenda Related Links: The Eternal Song  Synyder’s Hope Theory  Addicted to Speed and Busyness Articles:  Dr G on Medium Books: The Four Pivots What It Takes to Heal Hope and Healing in Urban Education Black Youth Rising Black in School Quotes: “Doctor G, why do we always have to come here and talk about the worst thing that happened to us? I'm more than my trauma.” - Marcus “A healing-centred approach to addressing trauma requires a different question that moves beyond what happened to you to what's right with you.” - Dr Shawn Ginwright “…we know from research, Hope Theory and Snyder's work, that the ability for… people to see themselves in a possible future... contributes to a sense of control… a sense of agency and a sense of optimism.”  - Dr Shawn Ginwright “Reading this outrageous book feels like the beginning of a social and personal awakening. I can't stop thinking about it.” - Brené Brown’s review of The Four Pivots “How you gonna win when you ain't right within?” - Lauryn Hill “…when things happen, we ask ourselves the wrong first question… what should I do? …the first right question is, who should I become?... because oftentimes we can't achieve the outcome that should be in the current versions of ourselves” - Reverend Benjamin McBride, Social Media IG:  https://www.instagram.com/flourishagenda/?hl=en;  FB: https://www.facebook.com/flourishagenda/;  LI:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/flourish-agenda-inc/;  T:   https://twitter.com/flourishagenda?lang=en

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• Gift Episode with Sat Dharam Kaur

  Sat Dharam Kaur offers these simple practices you can use to help you connect with your body and create a space in which you can deepen your experience of your own bodily, nature and spiritual connection, through presence, truth, love and divinity. Subscribe so you don’t miss an episode or a gift, as over the next few months our guests have created some beautiful gifts for us to share with you! Our wish is that you may use these simple practices to deepen your integration of what was shared by Sat Dharam on The Gifts of Trauma Podcast.

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• I’m All I Wanted to Be. Now What? With Sat Dharam Kaur

  Hosted by Kevin Young. Produced by J’aime Rothbard. This conversation opens with Sat Dharam sharing her realization that her original life goals have been achieved, and asking herself, “What’s next?” She goes on to look forward and explore the possibilities. A therapist’s state is known to influence the client's experience and expand the potential for healing. That’s why Compassionate Inquiry® brings empathetic presence into therapeutic contexts. But if current psychological and spiritual understandings were expanded to include environmental consciousness and creative expression, how might that further enhance the client’s overall mental and physical health? Sat Dharam also suggests we consider: - Integrating bodily awareness into therapeutic practices to extend self-care beyond the mind - Loving and accepting our bodies and their urges rather than criticizing, punishing or denying them - Using compassion-fostering practices to help integrate the mind and body during emotional healing - How psychological states are linked to physical health when it comes to how trauma is processed - The interconnectedness of individual well-being, relationships, and environmental health This episode concludes with an invitation to reflect on the concept of, 'all is one’ and how the human experience of wholeness integrates spirituality, psychology, physical well-being, creativity and the natural world. About Sat Dharam Kaur Compassionate Inquiry® Co-Director, Training Facilitator, Circle Leader, Certified Practitioner Sat Dharam is a practicing naturopathic doctor (since 1989) with a focus on women’s health, cancer and mind-body approaches to healing. Since 2012, she has been studying, hosting, working and teaching with Dr. Gabor Maté. She structured his work in a teachable format; the Compassionate Inquiry® Professional Online Training. Since 2019, much of her naturopathic practice has included Compassionate Inquiry®.  Sat Dharam’s educational background includes a BA majoring in Psychology & English Literature, and a BSc in Biology from the University of Guelph. She completed her postgraduate studies in naturopathic medicine at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto, where she also taught stress management and women’s health for 10 years. The author of multiple *books on women’s health, Sat Dharam has also presented at numerous conferences. An expert instructor in Kundalini Yoga, which she has practiced and taught for over 45 years, Sat Dharam has developed yoga-based curricula in addiction recovery, trauma, and breast health; specialties in which she offers training to teachers around the world. Sat Dharam and her husband live in an off-grid home on 105 acres of beautiful land where she nurtures fruit trees and a large garden. She enjoys hiking, cycling, and communing with plants. She has three adult children and two grandchildren. Promotional Link: If you've been listening to our podcast, you may have heard guests connect their birth experiences with enduring subconscious, behavioural and emotional patterns. To help break this cycle, Compassionate Inquiry offers The Portal a 28-week trauma informed training for perinatal health professionals such as midwives, obstetricians, nurses and doulas, who want to empower their patients to trust their innate ability to birth, bond with and nurture their child. To learn more and register, just follow this link. Resources Websites: Professional Site Compassionate Inquiry Profile Relevant Links: Beyond Addiction Body Mind Unity Conference Compassionate Inquiry What is Breathwork? Books: *The Complete Natural Medicine Guide to Women’s Health *A Call to Women: The Healthy Breast Program & Workbook *A Naturopathic Guide to Preventing Breast Cancer *The Complete Natural Medicine Guide to Breast Cancer The Body Keeps the Score The Wise Heart Quotes: “Even if I look at myself when I was a teenager, it was the same. There was a big piece of me that loved nature. There was a big piece of me that loved the arts and poetry and beauty, and there was a big piece of me that was curious about human nature and psychology and wanted to help.” - Sat Dharam Kaur  “Empathetic Abiding Presence ​​is the art of being fully present in the moment, offering safety, validation, and care while resisting the urge to fix, analyze, or judge.” - Compassionate Inquiry “Both Buddhist psychology and Western psychology have championed the need to include the body as part of wise psychology. Freud and his followers such as Young and Reich, engaged in a hard won battle to help us re inhabit our body as the conduit of life energy. Through their work we have learned the values of our instincts, the eloquence of our sexuality, the need to respect the root motivations and drives of physical life. This reclaiming of the bodily life is part of a long and continuous struggle.” - Jack Kornfield ( The Wise Heart) Social Media:  Instagram  

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• What Happens in Women’s Circles with Tanya Lynn

  Hosted and Produced by J’aime Rothbard In this lively conversation, Tanya reveals why women gather in Circles and the personal growth that can happen when they do.  She shares her long Circling history and what recently motivated her to train in Somatic Experiencing and integrate it into her Circle Work.  Tanya also demystifies: - Sisterhood - The Mother Wound, Sister Wound and Witch Wounds - The Role of Circles - The Roles of Perimenopause and Menopause - The Wild Woman - The Council of Queens - The Grandmother Clan Join us to learn what happens in Woman’s Circles. You might begin by unpacking triggers which can open healing for a lifetime of wounds inflicted by women. Move on to develop personal sovereignty, cultivate powerful personal leadership, and build a community you can trust with your heart. All of this and more is possible through "Circling." About Tanya Lynn, CEO and Author. Tanya is a pioneer in feminine embodiment, global circle facilitation, and trauma-informed leadership. An Integrative Nutrition Health Coach trained in Transformational Leadership, she is currently completing her Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner program.   The founder of Sistership Circle®, a global movement of facilitators across 30+ countries, and the creator of the Feminine Freedom Method™ (a somatic certification rooted in nervous system awareness, shadow alchemy, and sacred space holdin) Tanya spent over 15 years developing transformational experiences that support women in healing, reclaiming their voices, and leading from their deepest truths. She authored, Open Your Heart: How to be a New Generation Feminine Leader, in 2017, and The Art of Leading Circle: How to Fill, Lead & Grow Your Women's Circle, in 2020.  Tanya is known for her fierce devotion to truth, her ability to create safe spaces for deep emotional unraveling, and her commitment to birthing the next generation of embodied feminine leaders.  She lives in Costa Rica with her husband and two daughters. Promotional Message: If you've been listening to our podcast and are curious about the Compassionate Inquiry approach developed by Doctor Gabor Maté and Sat Dharam Kaur, consider joining the Professional Training Program. It's open to all healing professionals, including naturopaths, physicians, body workers, coaches, and therapists. In addition to learning how to use compassion to support your clients in their most vulnerable moments with greater empathy and authenticity, you'll also deepen your own internal process. If you're interested, tap this link to learn more Resources: Websites: Professional Website  Related Links Women's Circle Ritual Handbook:  365 Circle Prompts  Videos: Sistership Circle YouTube Channel youtube.com/sistershipcircle Courses: Peter Levine’s Somatic Experiencing Training Become A Women’s Circle Facilitator Healing the Sister Wound Books: The DIfferent Drum: Community and Making Peace Open Your Heart: How to be a New Generation Feminine Leader,   The Art of Leading Circle: How to Fill, Lead & Grow Your Women's Circle Quotes: “The opposite of patriarchy isn't matriarchy, it's circling.” - Jean Shinoda Bolen “It's really about trusting the medicine. Circle has medicine for us. Sometimes medicine doesn't taste good. It's bitter, right? But it's going to be good for you and it's going to open your heart. Because ultimately that's what it's all about: Where have you closed your heart and are you willing to be brave enough to open it again and let all the love in?” - Tanya Lynn Social Media: IG: @tanyapaluso @sistershipcircle FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sistershipcircle https://www.facebook.com/tanya.paluso/ https://www.tiktok.com/@sistershipcircle  

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• Longing to Belong with Christina Bâra

  Hosted and Produced by J’aime Rothbard The gentle conversation flows from Cristina’s personal journey to her professional role within the Compassionate Inquiry® organization to the approach’s impact on individual and group development.  She highlights how Compassionate Inquiry® groups foster a sense of community and mutual support by inviting individuals to explore their emotions and experiences in the safe facilitated spaces that are essential for meaningful personal exploration. Cristina also explains: - Why the self-discovery and healing path often require us to experience our old blocked pain - How our individual struggles can be mirrored by the group's collective experiences - The notion that compassion—for ourselves and others—is transformative - How transformative insights can be expanded in broader communities. - Reparenting: A process in which we nurture our inner selves with motherly love Cristina reflects her deep exploration of emotional well-being, the shared human experience and showcases the power of Compassionate Inquiry® as a tool for individual and collective healing. About Cristina Bâra Compassionate Inquiry Facilitator, Practitioner.and Romanian Program Director A Compassionate Inquiry Facilitator, Practitioner and the Director of Romanian Programs, Cristina is also a trained in Somatic Therapy, Family Constellations, Dance and Movement Psychotherapy and the Neuro- Affective Relational Model (NARM), an approach often highly effective in treating complex trauma. Cristina is Polyvagal-informed and offers Safe and Sound Protocol interventions, a therapy that uses music to promote optimal functioning of the nervous system.  Cristina began her journey of self-discovery while working for one of the “Big Four” tax consultancy corporations. Long hours led her to the verge of burnout, disconnecting her from herself and her loved ones. After embarking upon a personal quest for meaning, she used meditation and spiritual practices to reconnect.  After completing a transformational coaching program in 2018, the new possibility of accompanying others on their personal journeys emerged. Cristina has since undertaken multiple trainings that shape the way she supports and inspires people. Cristina lives in Romania and works with clients in Romanian and English, both virtually and in person.  Promotional Message: If you're a current Compassionate Inquiry Professional Training Program participant or graduate, you're invited to CI's Experiential Intensive Retreat, in the north of Ireland, from September 8 - 12. Deepen your personal and community connections in the beautiful natural setting of Corrymeela, with beautiful views over the Irish sea. Rest, reflect, and partake in workshops,  CI-, body- and nature-based  practice sessions, plus delightful evening community celebrations, with home-cooked meals, Irish music and dancing. Tap this link to learn more.  Resources: Website:  Professional Website   Related Links: What is Polyvagal Theory? What is Compassionate Inquiry?  Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) What is NARM? What is Somatic Therapy? What is Family Constellations Therapy? What is Dance and Movement Therapy? Transgenerational Trauma in Romania Irvin D Yalom Books Quote: “You are loved” - Cristina Båra   Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cristina-bara/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cristinabara.ro Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cristinabara.ro/

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