How do the threads of your life connect? In this episode, Neelley Hicks interviews Firdaus Kharas, the founder of Chocolate Moose Media about lessons he's learned throughout the diverse experiences of his life. Take inspiration from this episode and consider what your life has taught you. You can support the groundbreaking work that Harper Hill Global does in the USA and Africa. Give now. https://harperhill.global/donate . Firdaus Kharas, OC, FRSA, D.Hum (hc) LL.D. (hc), is the visionary Founder...
May 27, 2025•47 min•Season 5Ep. 1
In this Women Arise podcast, I interviewed Dr. Mario Mendez about how the brain is wired and responds through hate. Each of us has a brain, and it is wired in particular ways to the in-group and the out-group. How can we, as people of faith and hope, come into a sense of our being to bring about a world free from hate? Please consider Harper Hill Global in your tithes and offerings. As we bring light to the world, together, we can overcome. https://harperhill.global/donate
Jan 21, 2025•30 min
Casey, Lora, and Shandiin Church spread love through the Good Medicine Way in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Circle of Healing: Gently Unwrapping Trauma through Community Education is their expression of Triumph Over Trauma. By integrating the arts, Indigenous practices, and spirituality, they create a safe space for their neighbors. Keep the circle growing. Contribute to https://harperhill.global/donate so more facilitators can be trained.
Nov 12, 2024•33 min
In this episode, Rev. Amber Armistead shares her grief journey after losing her precious son, Noah. Learn what helped and what didn't to offer better support for yourself and others. Learn more about Harper Hill Global and the programs we offer to help people heal from trauma and promote health. https://harperhill.global Your gifts really make a difference. Donate at https://harperhill.global/donate
Aug 14, 2024•26 min•Season 4Ep. 6
In this episode, HHG Founder Neelley Hicks is interviewed by the former news editor of United Methodist News Service about her encounter with Nazis in Nashville.
Aug 09, 2024•26 min•Season 4Ep. 5
What if you could be the hero of your own story? In this episode, award-winning author and workshop leader PM Terrell speaks about the power of writing to heal and reclaim your own power. Learn more about online courses at https://www.harperhill.global/courses Support the work of Harper Hill Global: https://HarperHill.Global/donate Check out PM Terrell's books on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001JOXFXK?ingress=0&visitId=fbdabd66-1f15-473a-a9d0-256994ecf3f2&ref_=ap_rdr...
Aug 06, 2024•22 min•Season 4Ep. 4
How can religious networks assist in reducing mental health crises? In this session, Neelley Hicks, M.Div. will share how NASMHPD's TAMAR (Trauma, Addiction, Mental health, And Recovery) program is providing trauma-informed community care in houses of prayer as well as non-religious settings. TAMAR was developed in the late 1990s as part of a federally funded program for incarcerated women in Maryland. It has since been implemented in multiple justice and behavioral health systems across the nat...
May 24, 2024•53 min
Elvira Cruz, LSCW, is a behavioral health counselor who speaks about trauma recovery in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas. In her work, she applies Triumph Over Trauma training and curriculum. Elvira was trained as a Triumph Over Trauma facilitator at an event in September 2023 sponsored by Methodist Healthcare Ministries and the Valley Legacy Baptist Foundation. Learn more at TriumphOverTrauma.INFO. Your gifts help us provide Triumph Over Trauma training and mentoring. Give at harperhill.global/do...
Mar 12, 2024•25 min•Season 5Ep. 3
Sylvia Turner of the Mississippi Public Health Institute discusses a statewide recovery program that combines congregational care with mental health education and mentoring. Triumph Over Trauma is integrated with their programs. To register for the MSPHI April 25, 2024 program, go to https://msphicrop.org/ . Go to TriumphOverTrauma.INFO for free resources and training. We invite you to support the training and mentoring of Triumph Over Trauma facilitators through harperhill.global/donate....
Mar 09, 2024•34 min•Season 5Ep. 2
Welcome to the Women Arise Podcast. In this episode, you’ll find hope in Alaska. Rev. Murray Crookes’ community is progressing toward the goals of truth and reconciliation by revisiting the historical oppression of Native American people. Healing Circles provide a path to peace and are supported through the work of Triumph Over Trauma. Go to TriumphOverTrauma.INFO for resources, registration, and more. Learn more about Rev. Murray Crooks ....
Mar 06, 2024•41 min•Season 5Ep. 1
What are the effects on children of domestic violence households? Jody Anderson, LCSW, describes her experiences with children, ages 5 - 8, who bonded over their common issues growing up during domestic abuse. This episode provides insight and hope that came from their lives as Jody releases her new book, "Band of Angels" on Amazon.com. If you experience domestic violence, call 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788. Hope is on the horizon.
Oct 28, 2023•32 min•Season 4Ep. 4
Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy has called for action to address the public health crisis and the devastating impact of the epidemic of loneliness and isolation in the United States. Dr. Murthy explains that disconnection fundamentally affects our mental, physical, and societal health. He also states that loneliness and isolation increase the risk for individuals to develop mental health challenges in their lives. Through funding from SAMHSA’s Transformation Transfer Initiative, NASMHPD has par...
Jul 03, 2023•1 hr 31 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy has called for action to address the public health crisis and the devastating impact of the epidemic of loneliness and isolation in the United States. Dr. Murthy explains that disconnection fundamentally affects our mental, physical, and societal health. He also states that loneliness and isolation increase the risk for individuals to develop mental health challenges in their lives. Through funding from SAMHSA’s Transformation Transfer Initiative, NASMHPD has par...
Jun 15, 2023•1 hr 29 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Rosa Rodriguez wrote the song, "Mujer Vida" for Harper Hill Global and Colleagues in Care's campaign to reduce maternal mortality caused by hypertension. In this interview, Rosa describes what it was like to put her creativity to the test - singing about the subject of hypertension. Visit HarperHill.Global to learn how we creatively share life-giving information with communities throughout the world. You can contribute to the global effort by giving to HarperHill.global/donate. Together, we comm...
Mar 14, 2023•23 min•Season 4Ep. 2
In 2022, Tameka Ferebee began writing a healing song for Triumph Over Trauma, a movement for trauma recovery. In the midst of writing, she and her family experienced the devastating loss of her nephew. In this episode, Tameka shares how this song came to be and how it is helping her and others recover. Text HOPE to 615-933-5387 to receive daily messages that enliven the spirit within. Triumph Over Trauma is produced by the National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors in partners...
Feb 09, 2023•22 min•Season 4Ep. 1
To be understood is essential for human life, yet many who cannot hear go a lifetime without it. In this episode, United Methodist Bishop Peggy Johnson shares how she became involved in deaf ministries and how her life was transformed by it. Triumph Over Trauma resources can be downloaded at TriumphOverTrauma.info, and facilitator registration is available on the site. Text HOPE to 615-933-5387 to receive daily messages that enliven the spirit within. Triumph Over Trauma is produced by the Natio...
Dec 21, 2022•22 min•Season 3Ep. 10
Why is trauma-informed care so important - not just to know - but to practice? This episode focuses on how Neelley Hicks, founder of Harper Hill Global, became passionate about the issue and how we are channeling our collective energy into equipping and training local faith-based leaders so they can offer trauma-informed care within their communities. Triumph Over Trauma is a program created by the National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors in partnership with Harper Hill Glob...
Dec 08, 2022•19 min•Season 3Ep. 11
If you are a caregiver, you know how easy it is to get depleted. Whether caring for a family member, a local community, a congregation, or as a first responder, care of self is often relegated to your last priority. In this episode, Neelley Hicks interviews her daughter, Marissa Fox, LCSW-C, author of the Triumph Over Trauma Facilitator Debrief Guide. Learn why a circle of care will help you overcome uncertainty and refuel. Download Triumph Over Trauma resources at TriumphOverTrauma.info and sig...
Dec 01, 2022•24 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Rev. Carol Lakota Eastin and Rev. Dr. Michelle Oberwise Lacock are the founders of MorningSky Leadership Initiative and leaders in the Native American International Caucus of The United Methodist Church. In this episode, we discuss the integration of Native American spiritual practices with trauma-informed care and how they can help during the stress of the holidays. You can download the resources mentioned in today's broadcast. Just go to TriumphOverTrauma.info and subscribe to daily affirmatio...
Nov 24, 2022•30 min•Season 3Ep. 8
John Woodrow Cox has uncovered both the depths and breadth of childhood trauma that exists among survivors of gun violence. His book, "Children Under Fire: An American Crisis," delves into his research and provides alternative behaviors that could help prevent future shootings. Children Under Fire: An American Crisis A book discussion guide is free for download through TriumphOverTrauma.info , as are resources for helping your community cope with trauma. Subscribe to the Women Arise podcast on y...
Nov 17, 2022•29 min•Season 3Ep. 8
In this episode, Rev. Keith Caldwell, pastor of the historic Seay Hubbard UMC and social justice leader, speaks about trauma that is not just caused by one event, but ingrained into public life.
Nov 10, 2022•36 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Join Neelley Hicks for a conversation with Imam Ossama Bahloul, Ph.D., as he shares wisdom gained through faith and life. Imam Bahloul is the Resident Scholar of the Islamic Center of Nashville, TN. For more information, go to TriumphOverTrauma.info.
Nov 03, 2022•27 min•Season 3Ep. 4
David Washington speaks about moving through childhood trauma later in life and discovering new life along the way. David is one of the authors in the Triumph Over Trauma resource series and is a Harm Reduction Practitioner for the State of Maryland. Text HOPE to 615-933-5387 to receive free daily messages. Triumph Over Trauma resources can be downloaded at TriumphOverTrauma.info.
Oct 27, 2022•31 min•Season 3Ep. 4
In this episode, Lynn Heady, TN Deputy State Coordinator of Braver Angels, shares how she is working to raise awareness of the lasting effects of trauma inflicted upon survivors of school shootings and how Triumph Over Trauma provides the necessary next step for faith communities. Referenced in this episode is "Children Under Fire: An American Crisis," a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize and written by Washington Post Journalist John Woodrow Cox. Also referenced is a community-wide gathering at Be...
Oct 20, 2022•31 min•Season 3Ep. 3
What happens when mind/body/spirit reconnect? Listen to Charryse N. Wright, M.Div., BSW, share wisdom from life gained by experiencing trauma, learning the holistic workings of trauma, and sharing this wisdom through the newly release Triumph Over Trauma resources. Go to TriumphOverTrauma.info to download free resources, attend online training, and receive free daily messages of hope. Your support for this podcast really matters. You can give at harperhill.global/donate. Hosted by Neelley Hicks,...
Oct 13, 2022•36 min•Season 3Ep. 1
In this episode, Joan Gillece, Ph.D., shares how the effects of trauma are as unique as the person experiencing them. Forgiveness of self is essential, and daily practices help. For more information, go to TriumphOverTrauma.info , or email contact@triumphovertrauma.info Sign up for daily messages of hope by texting the word HOPE to +1-615-933-5387. Joan Gillece, Ph.D., Director, NASMHPD Center for Innovation in Behavioral Health Policy and Practice Dr. Gillece has 40+ years of experience working...
Oct 06, 2022•31 min•Season 3Ep. 1
When people lack knowledge, understanding is based on myths shared by trusted family members and friends. In this episode, Rev. Dr. Betty Kazadi Musau is interviewed by Lipscomb student Caleb Williams about her campaign to save lives by dispelling myths. Listen and give as you are able, as we expand our work to spread knowledge for hope and health.
May 16, 2022•24 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Sarah Todd Cloud, RN learned resilience through study and experience. Now she shares these lessons with the Women Arise Collective, bringing trauma informed care into the global circle. Recorded Tuesday, Sept 15, 2020. You can grow resilience by supporting the Women Arise Collective with prayer and financial gifts. Share now! https://harperhill.global/donate
Oct 22, 2020•31 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Women in Nigeria speak out against rape, finding the power of their voices in the process. A compelling interview with Doris Adamu, Women Arise Collective Director, Nigeria. Recorded Tuesday, Sept 1, 2020. You can make their lives better by giving! Doris is beginning a small business to bring income to herself, and also the Women Arise Collective in Nigeria. Give now and spread the love! https://harperhill.global/donate
Sep 10, 2020•23 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Join Neelley Hicks (founder of the Women Arise Collective) & Sherry Cothran (singer, author, leader WoAC USA) for an evening of song & story. We are joined by special guests Judith Osongo Yanga Eluhu , Doris Adamu Jenis , and Ruth Nabakulu, along with Rosalie, Georgette & Tumaini from the Mama Lynn Center, Kindu DRC....
Sep 03, 2020•45 min•Season 1Ep. 10
