Have you ever experienced domestic abuse or know someone who has survived it? After experiencing emotional trauma as a child, Darla Colinet was deeply wounded physically and emotionally through domestic abuse as well, which left her feeling broken and confused. She is an author, inspirational speaker, fine artist who helps those still in abusive situations through her organization God’s Transforming Grace and guides individuals to discover healthy relationships through God’s design. You won’t want to miss her incredible story of healing and hope in this week’s episode. 33-Surviving Domestic Abuse: How God’s Exceptional Love Healed Darla Colinet, part 1. *Top Ten Percent Podcast Worldwide for Christian Mental Health* Connect with Darla: Websites:  https://www.godstransforminggrace.com https://www.darlacolinet.com Email: darlacolinet@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DarlaColinetSpeaker Read her inspiring Books! Under the Staircase: Hearing God’s Voice in the Darkness Quest for Exceptional Love: Transform your love and relationships through Christ's love design Who’s writing your life story? Will it end happily ever after? Explore her Fine Art DarlaColinet.com Resources to help those experiencing domestic abuse: (From Darla’s book Under the Staircase) National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-SAFE (7233) or 800-3224 (TTY) Book Beauty for Ashes: Receiving Emotional Healing by Joyce Meyers Next Steps with Beth Join the free Facebook Group: Natural Healing Community for Christian Women! Connection, Biblical Encouragement, Natural Healing Tips https://bit.ly/3FMactK Share this podcast with a friend, so they can heal and find hope. Intro, outro, and trailer music “Bright as the Dawn” is licensed by Taizo Audio through Premium Beat by Shutterstock. #6193805 Disclaimer: I am not a licensed professional therapist, and unable to diagnose, treat or analyze depression or other associated mental illnesses. Based on Biblical principles and my personal experience of healing, I offer these holistic wellness strategies as a guide to bring healing from trauma and depression. You will receive Biblical encouragement, support, and hope in your journey to healing, using natural life solutions. Please see your doctor, psychologist, or professional therapist for help with diagnosing and treating mental illness. If you are severely depressed, to the point where you are considering suicide, please get help immediately! Your life matters, and you are loved and valued. It is possible to find hope and healing from depression. Christians in Crisis https://www.christiansncrisis.com  phone or text 1-844-472-9687. Started by Marriage/ Family Therapist Dr. Cheryll Holmes, this faith-based hotline offers a listening ear and counsel for severe depression and other mental illness issues. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call 988 for emotional support through depression/Suicide.                                                                                                                             If you have enjoyed this podcast, please send it to a friend, so they can discover healing from trauma and depression. Also, please consider writing a review on Apple/iTunes. These reviews help spread the word about the podcast, so other people can rise above depression into wellness, like the sun ascending and reflecting on majestic mountains, a new day dawning. Connect with me: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethhopesteigerwalt/ Beth@healdepressionwithgod.com