What is Trauma – Part 2

A few weeks ago, we started a new series on trauma, how it affects the body, and steps you can take to heal. In my first post, we learned that trauma occurs when an event exceeds your nervous system’s capacity to cope with it. It was simply too much to process or understand at the time. This could be due to age, sensitivity, emotional stability, […]

What Is Trauma?

In today’s post, we explore the definition of “trauma,” symptoms of unresolved trauma, and factors that determine whether a stressful event becomes traumatic for an individual. As you read or listen, ask yourself, “Does any of this resonate? Could trauma be part of my story?” and follow the rest of the series to learn ways to move forward and heal.

From Traumatic Beginnings to Hopeful Endings – Mary’s Story of Loss, Grief, and Faith in God That Kept Her Moving Forward

When Mary found out her 35-year-old father unexpectedly died in a farm accident, she and her family were devastated. In an instant, their world seemed to fall apart as they tried to process the trauma, had to purchase a new home, and her mom started a full-time position. Through God’s strength, her family was able to keep moving forward, and Mary’s faith was what kept her grounded during seasons of anxiety, depression, and fear. In her testimony, she shares how God grew her through her trials and planted a desire in her heart to minister to others journeying through trauma.