
James M. spent years hiding from his pain—masking childhood trauma, battling addiction, and questioning his worth. In this raw and powerful conversation, he opens up about the moment everything changed.Through therapy, EMDR, and radical honesty, James began a journey not just of recovery, but of true transformation. He shares how healing isn’t linear, why facing the past is non-negotiable, and what it really takes to find peace.If you've ever felt broken, misunderstood, or stuck in survival mode—this episode is for you.James's Book - https://www.schoolforemotionalwellbeing.com/syos-letterTopics we cover:- Childhood trauma & identity- Victim consciousness in relationships- The power of EMDR therapy- Radical honesty & spiritual growth- Daily practices that actually work👇 If this resonates, subscribe for more unfiltered conversations on healing, purpose, and transformation.#healing #trauma #therapy #selfgrowth #innerpeace #podcast #mentalhealthChapters:00:00 Intro02:52 Passion vs. Pain05:05 Learning to Trust06:00 Meeting Needs Differently10:00 Power of Words15:00 Victim Mindset18:30 Recovery Begins23:00 Therapy Breakthrough31:50 Ego & Letting Go36:20 Facing Trauma39:00 Healing Techniques43:30 Daily Healing Practices44:45 EMDR Explained49:00 Trigger Awareness01:21:20 Radical Honesty01:28:23 Final Thoughts
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