The Honest Pod

In this week’s podcast session, Karrie discusses the second step of healing which often comes after we have brought our story to light. It is a period of grieving. There is no unspoken timeline when grief needs to be resolved. We are always grieving. Grief is a part of our everyday life. But when we grieve in a God given way it moves us through the trauma and hurt, and it allows for us embrace peace because we are not eradicating parts of us. Common misconceptions about grief are:If I start grieving I will drownGrief is weaknessI need to stop being sadThere is a timeline on griefKarrie walks us through how we can find comfort in the grieving process and how we can share our grief with God and within safe places. Grieving inevitably happens when we are alone, but the fullness of healing comes when grief is communal. Reflection Question:What grief have you been holding back? Karrie's Instagram: @karriescottgarciaKarrie’s Website: karriegarcia.comFreedom Movement Instagram: @freedom_movementFreedom Movement Website: wearefm.orgSign up for Freedom Movement Trainings: https://www.wearefm.org/trainingsFind Story Work Retreat info & sign-ups:https://www.karriegarcia.com/work-with-karriePurchase Karrie's book Free & Fully Alive!https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310366445?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_A6200T1AKD7FS2PZ8VA1Book Karrie for Speaking Engagements:https://www.karriegarcia.com/book-karrie Music by Tanya Godsay

In Episode 5, Karrie named the first step to healing involves connection with our own story. This week, Karrie is joined by Cathy Loerzel, one of the co-founders of the Allender Center, as well as an author, speaker, and story work coach, to continue the discussion of using story work as a tool for healing and how reconnecting to our story can lead us back to our true self . When do we know we need to look at places in our stories? When behaviors and patterns keep arising that prevent us from being who God wanted us to be. Why can’t we just know something happened? Why do we need to go through a story at a granular level? Cathy explains that when trauma becomes embedded, we sometimes need to feel it again with an empathetic witness in order to process out what has been stored in the body. Kathy and Karrie share more about the consequences of stored trauma and how maladaptive behavior is created. We are sharing all of the resources mentioned here if you’d like to learn more: Redeeming Heartache by Dan Allender and Cathy Loerzelhttps://a.co/d/bak3lliWhole Brain Child by Daniel Siegel and Tina Payne Brysonhttps://a.co/d/hA5GQhRThe Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolkhttps://a.co/d/cbNMbzfBrain Talk by David Schnarchhttps://a.co/d/gaK3Z0xTo learn more about the work of Cathy Loerzel visit her on Instagram @cathy.loerzelSacred Interruptions Retreathttps://www.sacredinterruptionretreats.comKarrie's Instagram: @karriescottgarciaKarrie’s Website: karriegarcia.comFreedom Movement Instagram: @freedom_movementFreedom Movement Website: wearefm.orgSign up for Freedom Movement Trainings: https://www.wearefm.org/trainingsFind Story Work Retreat info & sign-ups:https://www.karriegarcia.com/work-with-karriePurchase Karrie's book Free & Fully Alive!https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310366445?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_A6200T1AKD7FS2PZ8VA1Book Karrie for Speaking Engagements:https://www.karriegarcia.com/book-karrie Music by Tanya Godsay

The First Step to HealingFrom the day we are born, we were created to be connected to God and to others throughout our lives. So of course it’s no surprise that the first step to healing involves connection! In Episode 5, Karrie shares a recent story as an example of how patterns often resurface, even at the most unexpected times. Like the day Karrie found herself on a bench with two friends wondering if she would be able to overcome a narrative that had been deeply embedded in her own story. In her fear of being exposed or vulnerable, Karrie felt her body begin to panic and she was uncertain about how to move forward. The moments that follow reveal what it looks like when connection and healing intertwine..Karrie reminds us that we cannot avoid pain but we can live with peace through pain. The many patterns we struggle with in our lives, whether they be shaped by fear, anger, or shame, can be traced back to the particularities of our stories and through sharing those stories we begin to find shalom. Here are some actions to move toward healing in connection:: -Invite others in. -Share our stories.-Name the particularities of our stories.-Repeat the process. Reflection:What pattern have you experienced that is not serving you well? Karrie's Instagram: @karriescottgarciaKarrie’s Website: karriegarcia.comFreedom Movement Instagram: @freedom_movementFreedom Movement Website: wearefm.orgSign up for Freedom Movement Trainings: https://www.wearefm.org/trainingsFind Story Work Retreat info & sign-ups:https://www.karriegarcia.com/work-with-karriePurchase Karrie's book Free & Fully Alive!https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310366445?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_A6200T1AKD7FS2PZ8VA1Book Karrie for Speaking Engagements:https://www.karriegarcia.com/book-karrie Music by Tanya Godsay

When Your Body Tells A Story You Can’t Ignore With Tori Hein“No matter what I achieved it never felt like I was doing enough.” Our first Honest Pod guest, Tori Hein, Director of Strategy and Marketing for Freedom Movement, shares her honest journey with being stuck in the cycle of doing more. Tori reflects over the past five years how walking through painful parts of her story with God has brought tremendous self-awareness and has allowed her to bridge the disconnect between her external self that she allowed people to see and her internal self who was feeling exhausted and deeply in need of connection. Behind the need for “doing more” was a wound that was revealed during her own story work through Freedom Academy. What transpired shook Tori to her core and moved her forward in healing the narrative that was held over her. Weekly Reflection:Where is your body naming a lack of peace?What are the narratives you need to break?Karrie is honored to have Tori on as a guest and will regularly be inviting Tori and other Freedom Movement staff onto The Honest Pod to share their stories and experiences. Freedom Movement is a non-profit organization transforming stories through biblically sound, spirit-filled and trauma informed coaching.Tori’s Instagram: @torimaeheinTori’s Website: https://www.torimaehein.com/Karrie's Instagram: @karriescottgarciaKarrie’s Website: karriegarcia.comFreedom Movement Instagram: @freedom_movementFreedom Movement Website: wearefm.orgSign up for Freedom Movement Trainings: https://www.wearefm.org/trainingsFind Story Work Retreat info & sign-ups:https://www.karriegarcia.com/work-with-karriePurchase Karrie's book Free & Fully Alive!https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310366445?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_A6200T1AKD7FS2PZ8VA1Book Karrie for Speaking Engagements:https://www.karriegarcia.com/book-karrie Music by Tanya Godsay

What You Can’t Remember, Still Remembers YouHave you ever had one of those HUGE reactions to a small event and wondered where it came from? In Episode 3, Karrie reflects on a story from childhood that was embedded deeply in her memory. So much so that one evening a silly event with her son and husband engages her implicit memory and she shares her very honest reaction. What is implicit memory and explicit memory? How does our body use them to recall past experiences? How does story work use them to heal? How did Jesus use them to heal? Karrie dives in and gives us an overview of the two types of memory and the steps to integrating both. She also gives examples of Jesus engaging in the stories of people which lead to healing that encompasses not just one part of a person, but the mind, body and spirit together. Reflection Questions for the Week:Is there a part of your story you have dismissed because you can’t remember part of it. Where might your body be holding a memory your mind doesn’t have words for?How can you invite God into some of those places?Karrie's Instagram: @karriescottgarciaKarrie’s Website: karriegarcia.comFreedom Movement Instagram: @freedom_movementFreedom Movement Website: wearefm.orgSign up for Freedom Movement Trainings https://www.wearefm.org/trainingsFind Story Work Retreat info & sign-upshttps://www.karriegarcia.com/work-with-karriePurchase Karrie's book Free & Fully Alive https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310366445?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_A6200T1AKD7FS2PZ8VA1Book Karrie for Speaking Engagementshttps://www.karriegarcia.com/book-karrie Music by Tanya Godsay

When the Map is MissingKarrie returns for episode 2 jumping back into thoughts around our past stories and how they keep us stuck. Karrie reflects on how she and her husband find themselves at a crossroads while in the midst of a housing crisis and COVID on the rise. What effect does past experiences have on their response and how do they move forward? Karrie explains the effects of trauma on the brain and how the prefrontal cortex can be hindered from processing decisions. In this frozen state we sometimes  find ourselves feeling lost without a map. Episode 2 wraps up with Karrie asking us to take some time to reflect on a few questions:-Where in your life do you feel stuck or without a map?-Could it be your story holds the missing piece to the next step?-Is there a time when I felt the same feelings I feel right now?-What if healing isn’t rushing forward but gently reconnecting with where you have been?Karrie's Instagram: @karriescottgarciaKarrie’s Website: karriegarcia.comFreedom Movement Instagram: @freedom_movementFreedom Movement Website: wearefm.orgSign up for Freedom Movement Trainings:https://www.wearefm.org/trainingsFind Story Work Retreat info & sign-ups:https://www.karriegarcia.com/work-with-karriePurchase Karrie's book Free & Fully Alive! https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310366445?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_A6200T1AKD7FS2PZ8VA1Book Karrie for Speaking Engagements:https://www.karriegarcia.com/book-karrie Music by Tanya Godsay

Karrie is back with a new season of The Honest Pod and she reflects on how much the podcast has been an integral part of the greater mission of Freedom Movement. Karrie leads Freedom Movement organization and its mission to create safe places that foster healing, hope, and the courage to love who God created you to be. Karrie started the nonprofit in 2014 with the understanding that every single one of us is broken and has wounds, many of which are not often addressed within traditional church environments. She saw firsthand that God’s true redemptive purpose for our lives does not begin once we’re free from pain, rather it stems directly out of that pain.This season of the Honest Pod will have an emphasis on moving from the places that are shattered or stuck in your story to restoration. Some questions that will be reflected on in the upcoming episodes: -What do we do with the pain in our stories? -Why are we still stuck?  -What areas of my story do I still need to dive into? -How do we move forward from those places? Karrie begins with the story of Hagar and the pain surrounding Hagar’s story. God meets Hagar in her darkest moment and asks her two deeply honest questions. God reveals to us healing begins with honesty and curiosity. By answering those questions, Hagar can step into who God created her to be. Karrie’s work within Freedom Movement helps connect people to their stories and reach into difficult questions. God is always at the center of story work. Only God ultimately brings transformation and peace but there are things we can do to partner with God on our healing journey. Karrie's Instagram: @karriescottgarciaKarrie’s Website: karriegarcia.comFreedom Movement Instagram: @freedom_movementFreedom Movement Website: wearefm.orgSign up for Freedom Movement Trainings:https://www.wearefm.org/trainingsFind Story Work Retreat info & sign-ups:https://www.karriegarcia.com/work-with-karriePurchase Karrie's book Free & Fully Alive!https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310366445?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_A6200T1AKD7FS2PZ8VA1Book Karrie for Speaking Engagements:https://www.karriegarcia.com/book-karrie 

In today's episode, Karrie returns to the Honest Pod after a hiatus, sharing her transformative experiences during a sabbatical that coincided with her 50th birthday. She reflects on the importance of Story Work in healing generational wounds and breaking cycles of pain. Karrie emphasizes the necessity of confronting one's past to achieve true freedom and encourages listeners to embrace their stories as a path to growth and community. The conversation culminates in an invitation to engage in healing practices and reclaim personal narratives. She chats through the following: Take time for yourself and prioritize self-reflection to nurture personal growth. Reflect on life milestones to gain clarity on where you've been and where you're headed. Engage in “Story Work” as a way to heal and break free from generational patterns. Understand that healing is a layered journey; confront past traumas to unlock deeper freedom. Seek meaningful experiences—whether through travel or exploration—to gain new insights about yourself. Embrace the journey to freedom by facing painful stories and experiences head-on. Rely on community; healing is often best supported by others who understand and uplift you. Challenge yourself to approach the edge of your fears, knowing that freedom awaits beyond. View healing as a partnership with God, which requires both vulnerability and courage. Remember that freedom is your birthright—reclaim your story and live it boldly! Karrie's Instagram: @karriescottgarcia Sign up for Freedom Movement Trainings ⁠HERE⁠! Find Story Work Retreat info & sign-ups ⁠HERE⁠! Purchase Karrie's books, ⁠FREE & FULLY ALIVE⁠ and ⁠THE EXCHANGE⁠. Check out Karrie's website ⁠HERE⁠!

This week on the REPLAY we share an interview with Karrie and Andi Andrew, a fantastic author and pastor! She shares about the heart and honest stories that birthed her newest book "Friendship — It’s Complicated." As we all know, friendship is difficult but so necessary! This interview offers practical tools for improving and healing friendships. Andi Andrew is the author of "She Is Free", "Fake or Follower", and her newest book, "⁠Friendship–It's Complicated⁠." She is also the founding Pastor of Liberty Church, a multisite church she pioneered with her husband Paul in 2010. In 2015 she launched She Is Free, a movement that exists to engage and equip women to encounter God and expand the Kingdom. Currently, Andi's life is focused on raising her four kids in Brooklyn, writing books, creating for her show and podcast Coffee With Andi, building Liberty Church, and traveling to invest in churches and lives all around the world. Keep up with Andi here: Andi Andrew/ Insta Andi / Website Friendship-- It's Complicated / Book Podcast / ⁠Coffee With Andi Karrie Garcia /⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Freedom Movement Monthly Cohort / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Karrie's Book / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free & Fully Alive⁠ Freedom Movement Upcoming Academies / More Info

REPLAY of the week, talking about friendships and the value in them. Something we talk about a lot on The Honest Pod is our connection to ourselves, God and others. Join us this week as Karrie, Mario, and Allyson share some of their experiences as a friend and being a friend. They also discuss some of the markers for WHEN it’s time to invite a friend into hard seasons and why you should seek that SAFE outside perspective to ground you in your story.  Karrie Garcia /⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Freedom Movement Monthly Cohort / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Karrie's Book / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free & Fully Alive⁠ Freedom Movement Upcoming Academies / More Info

In this week's REPLAY, Karrie is joined by friend Tori Hein as they dive into the often overlooked topic of our relationship with our bodies within the context of faith. They explore the history of the church, examining periods of body-centeredness and times when the body was neglected or abused. In the present era, where we are inundated with images of others' bodies, the hosts highlight the lack of engagement with this subject in the church and emphasize the importance of honoring our bodies as the dwelling place of God's presence. Karrie and Tori share their personal experiences and insights, revealing that true healing goes beyond focusing on food and sin issues. They discuss the four types of eating—fueling, joyful indulgence, storm eating, and void eating—as reflections of deeper emotional and spiritual connections. Through practical guidance and deep exploration, listeners are encouraged to reclaim their bodies and find freedom and healing in their relationship with God and themselves. Tune in to part 1 of this 3 part series to embark on a transformative journey towards a healthier, more holistic connection with your physical self. Go finish listening to the whole 3-part series with the next two Episodes 94-95 Karrie's Instagram/ ⁠⁠@karriescottgarcia⁠⁠⁠ Tori's Instagram/ ⁠⁠@torimaehein⁠⁠ Freedom Movement Monthly Cohort / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Karrie's Book / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free & Fully Alive⁠ Freedom Movement Upcoming Academies / More Info

This week on our REPLAY of Episode 77, Karrie chats with her friend Heather Stringer, artist, licensed mental health therapist and ritual maker. Heather leads with the quote, “forgetfulness leads to exile, while remembrance leads to redemption” as they dive into the practice of embodiment and the importance of ritual making to mark your life. Heather challenges some of the ideas and misconceptions of rituals today and brings us back to the original intent and beauty of rituals and how they play a big part in relationship with God. Karrie Garcia /⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Freedom Movement Monthly Cohort / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Karrie's Book / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free & Fully Alive⁠ Freedom Movement Upcoming Academies / More Info Instagram: ⁠@life_in_ritual⁠ Website: ⁠Life In Ritual

We're doing a replay of some of our favorite episodes for the summer! Karrie sits down with Cassandra Speer to discuss her new book "Her True Worth", her personal story, and how she provides a healing space for others. Cass talks about stewarding her time in order to walk alongside others going through the trenches of life and how to remain faithful through heartaches. You can find Cassandra and Brittany Maher's book ⁠“Her True Worth”⁠ at Target, Barnes & Noble, and other bookstores. Instagram: ⁠@Hertrueworth⁠ ⁠@cassandralspeer⁠ ⁠@brittmaher⁠ Facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/hertrueworth/⁠ Website: ⁠www.cassandraspeer.com⁠ YouVersion Bible App 5-Day Reading Plan: ⁠Her True Worth Karrie Garcia /⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Freedom Movement Monthly Cohort / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Karrie's Book / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free & Fully Alive⁠ Freedom Movement Upcoming Academy's / More Info

Another fun Question and Answer with Karrie, Cathy, and Shara. In today's episode, they answer the question about seeking healing and restoration in relationships with parents who deny past trauma. The hosts emphasize the importance of doing the inner work before engaging in conversations with parents, as well as the possibility of healing without their acknowledgment. They also highlight the need for time, outside perspective, and setting boundaries in order to navigate these complex dynamics. In this part of the conversation, Cathy and Karrie discuss the importance of understanding and accepting the limitations of relationships, especially with parents. They emphasize the need to grieve the reality of what could have been and to release expectations of redemption. They also explore the process of working with clients who have multiple layers of shame and how to decide where to start. They highlight the significance of following the thread of a story and the themes that emerge. They conclude by encouraging listeners to take small steps towards their redeemed selves through honesty and self-reflection. Takeaways Healing and restoration in relationships with parents who deny past trauma may not always be possible, and it's important to prioritize one's own healing regardless of their response. Engaging in conversations with parents about past trauma should be approached with caution and only after doing the necessary inner work. Setting boundaries and taking time for oneself can be crucial in navigating complex family dynamics. Seeking outside perspective from a trusted source can provide valuable insights and guidance in dealing with challenging family relationships. Understand and accept the limitations of relationships, especially with parents, and grieve the reality of what could have been. Release expectations of redemption and focus on personal healing and growth. When working with clients with multiple layers of shame, start with the story that feels the most available and follow the thread to uncover themes. Honesty and self-reflection are key to personal healing and growth. Take small steps towards your redeemed self by being more honest and creating spaces for honesty. Understanding the underlying issues that lead to addictive behaviors is crucial for healing and finding healthier coping mechanisms. Setting boundaries and limitations can be an act of self-care and self-compassion in navigating addiction. Societal acceptance of certain addictions, such as alcohol and sugar, can make it challenging to recognize and address unhealthy patterns. Self-awareness and reflection are key in identifying and addressing addictive behaviors. Karrie Garcia /⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Freedom Movement Monthly Cohort / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Karrie's Book / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free & Fully Alive Questions? / Form here Cathy Lorezel / ⁠Instagram⁠  Cathy's Website / ⁠More Info

Today Karrie talks with Dr. Christy Bauman as they discuss her book 'Her Rights' and the importance of women embracing their true voice and identity. Dr. Christy explores the concept of rites of passage and how they can help women navigate different seasons of life. The conversation touches on themes of vulnerability, belonging, and the cost of being vulnerable. Dr. Bauman emphasizes the importance of knowing oneself and trusting one's intuition. The chapters in the book cover topics such as birthright, initiation, exile, legacy, and intuition. In this conversation, Karrie and Dr. Christy Bauman discuss the importance of marking significant moments in a woman's life through various rites of passage. They explore the rites of birth, initiation, exile, creating, intuition, and legacy. Dr. Bauman emphasizes the need for women to engage with their bodies and embrace the power and beauty of their experiences, including menstruation. She also encourages women to tap into their intuition and embrace their creative abilities. The conversation highlights the transformative potential of these rites of passage and the importance of leaving a lasting legacy. Takeaways Embrace your true voice and identity as a woman Rites of passage can help navigate different seasons of life Vulnerability can be costly, but it is necessary for growth Belonging to oneself is the first step towards empowerment Knowing oneself and trusting intuition are key to personal growth Marking significant moments in a woman's life through rites of passage is important for personal growth and empowerment. Menstruation is a powerful and sacred experience that should be celebrated and embraced. Engaging with our bodies and embracing our experiences can lead to a deeper understanding of ourselves and our connection to the divine. Women have the power to create and leave a lasting legacy through their actions, creativity, and nurturing. Listening to our intuition and trusting our inner knowing is essential for personal growth and making empowered decisions. Karrie Garcia /⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Freedom Movement Monthly Cohort / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Karrie's Book / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free & Fully Alive Questions? / Form here Christy’s Work / Website Christy's Book / Her Rites Christy's Tour / Dates & Locations

Today's episode is a fun one! We decided to join forces with Cathy and Shara to have a fun Question and Answer time! Together they explore the idea that religion can be used to avoid dealing with personal issues and instead focus on external behaviors and approval. They also discuss the dangers of using religion as a way to earn God's love and belonging, rather than experiencing true healing and connection with God. Karrie, Cathy and Shara emphasize the importance of authenticity and self-awareness in one's faith journey and caution against using religion as a substitute for facing personal struggles. Their time together explores the topics of certainty and safety in the church, the impact of trauma on our attachment to God, and the use of alcohol to regulate emotions. It emphasizes the importance of doing our own internal work to understand our attachments and how they shape our relationship with God. It also highlights the need for healing and repair in our relationships, even if our families or spouses don't support our journey. The conversation encourages taking responsibility for our own healing and not expecting others to fix us. Takeaways Religion can be used as a form of self-medication and escape from reality, allowing individuals to avoid dealing with personal issues. Using religion to earn approval and belonging can lead to a cycle of behavior modification and a lack of true healing and connection with God. Authenticity and self-awareness are essential in one's faith journey, as they allow for genuine growth and transformation. It is important to recognize the limitations of religious structures and seek a deeper, personal relationship with God. Certainty in the church can provide a false sense of security and lead to damage. Our attachment styles and past traumas shape our relationship with God. Doing our own internal work is essential for healing and repairing our relationships. We can't expect others to fix us or change for us; we can only change ourselves. It's important to create safe spaces in the church for processing and healing. Feel free to DM Karrie or Cathy any new questions or fill out this form here. Karrie Garcia /⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Freedom Movement Monthly Cohort / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Karrie's Book / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free & Fully Alive Cathy Lorezel / ⁠Instagram⁠ Cathy's Website / ⁠More Info Intimacy & Desire Book / Buy Book

In this special episode, Karrie discusses the importance of truth in our lives and how it sets us free. She emphasizes the need to move beyond surface-level faith and dive into the complexity and nuance of our stories. Karrie explores the disorientation of truth in a fallen world and the role of the Holy Spirit in guiding us towards truth. She encourages listeners to confront false allegiances and idols in their lives, and to embrace the challenging journey of truth-seeking. Karrie also highlights the difference between peacekeeping and peacemaking, and the importance of speaking the truth with grace and love. Takeaways Moving towards sanctification is a journey of seeking truth and moving beyond surface-level faith. The disorientation of truth is a universal human reality caused by living in a fallen world. The Holy Spirit plays a crucial role in guiding us towards truth and bringing healing to our stories. False allegiances and idols can keep us captive and prevent us from experiencing true freedom. Being a peacemaker requires confronting the truth, speaking it with grace and love, and embracing the challenging journey of truth-seeking. Karrie Garcia /⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Freedom Movement Monthly Cohort / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Karrie's Book / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free & Fully Alive

In today's episode, Karrie and Kathy discuss the concept of fawning as a coping mechanism is introduced, highlighting the tendency to please others in order to feel safe. The fear of confrontation and the importance of maintaining autonomy in relationships are also discussed. This conversation explores the concept of fawning and its impact on vulnerability. It delves into childhood traumas and emotional triggers, highlighting the importance of understanding and tolerating these emotions. The role of the amygdala and prefrontal cortex in regulating responses is discussed, along with the significance of story work in resetting the amygdala. The conversation also addresses the influence of religious context on fawning and the need to be aware of losing oneself. It emphasizes the power of healing and integration in the brain and the invitation to embrace and heal emotions, following Jesus' example. Takeaways Fawning is a coping mechanism where individuals become overly accommodating and pleasing in order to feel safe and maintain connection. It is important to maintain autonomy in relationships and address conflicts directly rather than resorting to fawning or people-pleasing. Understanding the vulnerability behind fawning and the avoidance of personal hurt Learning to tolerate and understand emotions to make healthier choices Recognizing the impact of childhood traumas and emotional triggers The importance of story work in resetting the amygdala and offering care to oneself The role of the amygdala and prefrontal cortex in regulating responses Being aware of losing oneself in religious contexts and setting healthy boundaries The power of healing and integration in the brain to find shalom Embracing and healing emotions, following Jesus' example Karrie Garcia /⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Freedom Movement Monthly Cohort / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Freedom Academy In-Person April / More Here Karrie's Book / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free & Fully Alive Cathy Lorezel / ⁠Instagram⁠ Cathy's Website / ⁠More Info

In this episode, Karrie and Cathy explore the concept of freeze or fawn responses and how they can manifest in different ways, such as feeling stuck or numbing oneself. They also delve into the role of the amygdala in triggering these responses and how our individual stories shape our reactions. Understanding these responses can help us navigate and heal from past traumas. This conversation explores the freeze response and its impact on our lives. It discusses the importance of completing the stress cycle and the role of the freeze response in perpetuating stress and anxiety. The analogy of a gazelle shaking off adrenaline is used to illustrate the need to release the chemicals associated with the freeze response. The conversation also highlights the importance of understanding our body's needs and finding healthy ways to recover from heightened states. It emphasizes the significance of going into the deeper waters of our stories and the transformative power of kindness and compassion. Takeaways Freeze is a response where we feel stuck or unable to take action. Understanding the role of the amygdala can help us recognize and navigate our emotional responses. Our individual stories shape our reactions and coping mechanisms. The freeze response can leave us feeling stuck and trapped in a loop. Completing the stress cycle is essential for our well-being and recovery. Understanding our body's needs and finding healthy ways to recover is crucial. Going into the deeper waters of our stories and showing kindness and compassion to ourselves can lead to transformation. Karrie Garcia /⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Freedom Movement Monthly Cohort / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Karrie's Book / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free & Fully Alive Cathy Lorezel / ⁠Instagram⁠ Cathy's Website / ⁠More Info

In this conversation, Karrie and Cathy discuss the fight and flight responses and how they are influenced by personal experiences and childhood trauma. They share their own phobias and experiences with fight and flight, highlighting the importance of understanding the context in which these responses occur. They emphasize the need for compassion and self-reflection when dealing with the fight response, and the importance of slowing down and recognizing triggers. They discuss the different responses to conflict and stress, including the fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responses (with more on freeze and fawn next week). They emphasize the importance of understanding the context and underlying stories that contribute to these reactions. They also highlight the need for reflection and healing to address these emotional responses. The conversation explores the power dynamics and the role of repentance and repair in finding alignment and healing. Overall, the conversation provides insights into understanding and navigating emotional reactions in relationships and personal growth. Takeaways Fight and flight responses are influenced by personal experiences and childhood trauma. Understanding the context in which fight and flight responses occur is crucial. Compassion and self-reflection are important when dealing with the fight response. Slowing down and recognizing triggers can help manage the fight response. Emotional responses, such as fight, flight, freeze, and fawn, are natural reactions to conflict and stress. Understanding the context and underlying stories that contribute to these reactions is crucial for healing and growth. Reflection and self-awareness are key in addressing and transforming emotional responses. Repentance and repair play a significant role in finding alignment and healing in relationships. Karrie Garcia /⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Freedom Movement Monthly Cohort / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ March Online Freedom Academy /⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠More Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Karrie's Book / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free & Fully Alive⁠ Cathy Lorezel /⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠ Cathy's Website /⁠ ⁠More Info