E38: Breaking Free: Insights from Brittney Geary on Healing from Abuse

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Jan 24, 2024•33 min•Ep 38•Transcript available on Metacast

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Summary

In this episode, author Brittney Geary discusses her book 'Breaking Free: Healing from Abuse and Trauma' and shares her personal journey of overcoming abuse and trauma. She emphasizes the importance of vulnerability and forgiveness in the healing process. Brittney also talks about the reception she received from family and friends, the impact on her children, and the challenges of holding onto faith in the midst of lack of support. She highlights the unique aspects of her book, including practical activities for healing, and shares her vision of helping millions of women find freedom and healing.

Takeaways

Vulnerability and sharing our stories can be nerve-wracking, but it can also lead to healing and empowerment.

Not everyone will be supportive or understanding when we share our experiences, but it's important to focus on the relationships that can be repaired and the boundaries we need to set.

Holding onto faith in the midst of lack of support can be challenging, but maintaining a personal relationship with God and seeking His guidance can help navigate through difficult times.

The impact of abuse and trauma on children is significant, and it's important to provide them with support, counseling, and opportunities for healing.

Brittney's book 'Breaking Free' stands out because of its practical activities for healing and its personal and relatable approach to helping readers find freedom from abuse and trauma.

Forgiving ourselves is a crucial step in the healing process and allows us to move forward and find true freedom.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Book Overview

03:09 Vulnerability and Nervousness in Sharing Personal Story

04:12 Reception from Family and Friends

06:27 Repairing Relationships

09:04 Holding onto Faith in the Midst of Lack of Support

13:23 Impact on Children

18:33 What Makes 'Breaking Free' Different

20:51 Advice for Those Hesitant to Share Their Stories

22:25 Writing and Publishing Process

23:50 End Goal and Vision for the Book