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Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy

Angie

55 episodes

2 days ago

Show Notes: In this powerful episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy, host Angie Berrett sits down with sisters Kathleen Harnish McKune and Karen Dixon, trauma survivors, authors, and founders of the nonprofit Remarkably Resilient. Kathleen and Karen share how discovering the neuroscience of trauma later in life transformed their understanding of childhood abuse, chronic health challenges, and long held survival patterns. Together, they explore how trauma responses such as fight, flight, ...

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Show Notes: In this powerful episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy, host Angie Berrett sits down with sisters Kathleen Harnish McKune and Karen Dixon, trauma survivors, authors, and founders of the nonprofit Remarkably Resilient. Kathleen and Karen share how discovering the neuroscience of trauma later in life transformed their understanding of childhood abuse, chronic health challenges, and long held survival patterns. Together, they explore how trauma responses such as fight, flight, ...

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Episodes (20/55)

Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy

Ep. 55 Childhood Trauma, Resilience, and the Five Rs of Healing with Kathleen Harnish McKune and Karen Dixon

Show Notes: In this powerful episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy, host Angie Berrett sits down with sisters Kathleen Harnish McKune and Karen Dixon, trauma survivors, authors, and founders of the nonprofit Remarkably Resilient. Kathleen and Karen share how discovering the neuroscience of trauma later in life transformed their understanding of childhood abuse, chronic health challenges, and long held survival patterns. Together, they explore how trauma responses such as fight, flight, ...

2 days ago

50 minutes

Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy

Ep. 54 Survivor Led Healing After Sexual and Emotional Abuse with Sophia Moreno

Show Notes: In this episode of Healing Doesn’t Have To Be Heavy, host Angie Berrett is joined by survivor, author, and nonprofit founder Sophia Moreno for an honest and compassionate conversation about healing from complex trauma and finding your way forward. Sophia shares her lived experience with childhood sexual abuse, emotional abuse, and financial abuse, along with the impact of victim blaming and narcissistic family dynamics. She reflects on the tools and support that helped her navigat...

1 week ago

36 minutes

Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy

Ep. 53 Holding Space for Survivors During the Epstein Files

Show Notes: Trigger warning: This episode includes discussion of child sexual abuse, sex trafficking, and the Epstein files. Please listen with care and take breaks as needed. In this deeply personal solo episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy, Angie Berrett gently holds space for survivors navigating an especially triggering moment in the collective conversation around child sexual abuse and the release of the Epstein files. Speaking as a registered nurse, trauma-informed coach, and sur...

2 weeks ago

43 minutes

Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy

Ep. 52 Identity Healing and Self Discovery through Astrology with Lori Barnes

Show Notes: In this episode, Angie sits down with astrologer, teacher, and former psychotherapist Lori Barnes to explore an unexpected but deeply insightful lens for healing: psychological astrology. Lori shares her powerful story of being adopted, growing up with unrecognized emotional disturbances, and eventually discovering that astrology helped her understand herself in ways traditional therapy never fully could. Lori blends astrology and psychology to help people understand the complex l...

3 weeks ago

45 minutes

Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy

Ep. 51 From Survival to Victory Laps: How Writing, Cooking, and Yoga Became Tools for Emotional Healing

Show Notes: In this episode of Healing Doesn't Have To Be Heavy, host Angie Berrett sits down with yoga instructor, author, and trauma survivor Marie Triplett for a powerful conversation about healing, embodiment, and reclaiming joy. Marie was a key guide during Angie's early healing journey, offering compassionate support and trauma-informed yoga instruction at a time when Angie was navigating the emergence of childhood abuse memories. Marie shares how yoga became her entry point into healin...

1 month ago

41 minutes

Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy

Ep. 50 When Holidays Feel Heavy: Simple Grounding Tools for Trauma Survivors

Show Notes: In this deeply supportive solo episode, trauma-informed coach, registered nurse, and play expert Angie Berrett speaks directly to trauma survivors navigating the heavy emotional landscape of the holiday season. Angie opens up about her own lived experience with holiday-related trauma and seasonal affective disorder, offering both validation and compassionate guidance for listeners who feel overwhelmed, frozen, or disconnected this time of year. She breaks down the physiology behin...

1 month ago

26 minutes

Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy

Ep. 49 Burnout, Back Pain & Intuition: What Your Body Is Trying to Tell You with Jacqueline M Kane

Show Notes: In this powerful episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy, host Angie Berrett, welcomes Jacqueline Kane. Together, they explore the deep connection between emotional trauma, chronic pain, autoimmune disorders, and the body’s energy system. Jacqueline shares how childhood trauma, nervous system dysregulation, and long-held beliefs become stored in the body, often showing up later as fibromyalgia, low back pain, neck tension, autoimmune symptoms, and burnout. She explains w...

1 month ago

38 minutes

Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy

Ep. 48 What Coercive Control Looks Like and How Survivors Can Take Their Power Back

Show Notes: Host Angie Berrett sits down with Laura Bonetzky-Gaffney, a multi-generational healer, intuitive, and survivor whose story sheds light on the intersection of trauma, justice, and resilience. Laura opens up about her journey through domestic violence, court-sanctioned abuse, and a decades-long fight to reclaim her freedom after enduring corruption within the family court system. From being silenced in marriage to finding her voice as an advocate and author, Laura shares what it mea...

1 month ago

46 minutes

Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy

Ep. 47 When Healing Gets Heavy, Try Laughing Instead

Show Notes: In this hilarious episode, Angie Berrett sits down with comedian and storyteller Natasha Samreny to explore how humor can become a surprising tool for healing trauma and reclaiming joy. From ex-Mormon roots and cultural identity to setting healthy boundaries and finding your voice, Natasha shares her deeply human approach to using comedy as both creative expression and self-discovery. Together, Angie and Natasha unpack the intersection of trauma, humor, and authenticity — and how ...

1 month ago

40 minutes

Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy

Ep. 46 EMDR, NET, and Releasing Stored Trauma with Author of Beautiful Ashes

Show Notes: In this deeply moving episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy, host Angie Berrett sits down with Shelly Edwards Jorgensen—survivor, speaker, author of Beautiful Ashes, and advocate for trauma recovery. Shelly shares the profound and nearly unimaginable trauma she endured throughout her childhood and teenage years, including domestic violence, sexual abuse, and the murder of her mother at the hands of her father. Despite living what looked like a “successful” life on the outsid...

2 months ago

36 minutes

Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy

Ep. 45 Breaking the Silence: Empowerment Through Shared Healing Journeys with Christella Ilunga

Show Notes: Host Angie Berrett welcomes Christella Ilunga for an insightful discussion on the process of healing from trauma, with a focus on childhood experiences and the significance of healthy boundaries. Together, they examine the role of community support, effective coping strategies, and the journey of personal growth and self-awareness. The conversation underscores the importance of creating safe, supportive environments where individuals can share their experiences and find empowermen...

2 months ago

55 minutes

Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy

Ep. 44 How Play and Shadow Work Open the Door to Deep Emotional Healing

Show Notes: In this episode, host Angie Berrett sits down with Mindy Schreger, a transformational coach who blends creativity, psychology, and spirituality to guide people toward deep personal healing. Mindy shares how play, shadow work, family constellations, and color can become powerful tools for transformation and self-awareness. She explores the concept of our “inner teams”—the different parts of ourselves that shape our thoughts and behaviors—and how embracing them with curiosity can un...

2 months ago

34 minutes

Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy

Ep. 43 Healing Religious Trauma: Trusting Yourself Again with Lizsolette Williams

Notes: Show In this episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy, host Angie Berrett sits down with Lizsolette Williams to explore the journey of healing from trauma, with a special focus on religious trauma and learning to trust yourself again. Together, they discuss different healing modalities, including energy work, and emphasize the importance of self-discovery and empowerment. Lizsolette shares her personal experiences and insights on navigating faith, intuition, and growth, encouraging ...

2 months ago

40 minutes

Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy

Ep. 42 Breaking Cycles of Abuse and Reclaiming Joy with Elizabeth Muñoz

Notes: In this episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy, host Angie Berrett welcomes Ms. Elizabeth Muñoz for a powerful conversation on healing, trauma, and empowerment through play and movement. Elizabeth shares her journey from corporate life to holistic healing practices, emphasizing the role of community and visibility in overcoming trauma. Together, they explore how grief can be transmuted into purpose and how dance can serve as a transformative tool for reclaiming joy and self-expres...

3 months ago

48 minutes

Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy

Ep. 41 Triggers in the Timeline: Coping With Abuse in the News CycleTrauma Triggers

Show Notes: In this episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy, host Angie Berrett explores how recent events around child abuse and trauma are impacting survivors today. She explains how the brain processes trauma and why triggers can feel so overwhelming, while also highlighting the powerful role of play and movement in the healing journey. Angie shares practical tools and strategies to help listeners manage emotional triggers, regulate overwhelming feelings, and reconnect with a sense of ...

3 months ago

37 minutes

Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy

Ep. 40 Healing in Layers: Self-Love, Movement, and Community

Show Notes: In this episode, host Angie Berrett sits down with Rowena Jayne to explore the multifaceted journey of healing from trauma. Together, they dive into the powerful role of self-love, community support, and practices like yoga and movement in releasing stored emotions. Through personal stories and heartfelt insights, Angie and Rowena reveal that healing is rarely a straight path—it’s a layered process that takes patience, compassion, and deep self-understanding. They also discuss the...

3 months ago

39 minutes

Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy

Ep. 39 Amy Egan on Reclaiming Reality After Trauma

Show Notes: In this episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy, host Angie Berrett sits down with Amy Egan, therapist and quantum healing practitioner, to explore the transformative role of play and movement in trauma recovery. Amy opens up about her own journey through childhood trauma, how it shaped her path as a therapist, and the ways she integrates quantum healing with traditional therapeutic practices. Together, Angie and Amy highlight the importance of: Creating safe, supportive space...

3 months ago

33 minutes

Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy

Ep. 38 Overcoming Fear and Finding Joy in the Psychedelic Experience with Alex Theberge

Show Notes: In this episode, host Angie Berrett sits down with psychotherapist Alex Theberge to explore the healing potential of Ayahuasca and other psychedelics in trauma recovery. Together, they discuss why preparation and integration are just as important as the experience itself, and how these practices can lead to profound emotional breakthroughs. Alex shares his personal path to becoming a psychotherapist and how his work with Ayahuasca helped him confront and release long-held emotiona...

4 months ago

32 minutes

Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy

Ep.37 Healing Childhood Trauma and Emotional Eating with Icy Barzey George

Show Notes: In this episode of the Healing Doesn't Have To Be Heavy podcast, host Angie Barrett engages in a heartfelt conversation with Icy Barzey-George, a clinical dietitian and transformation coach. They explore the profound impact of childhood trauma on emotional eating, the healing power of Reiki, and the journey towards finding one's voice and authenticity. Icy shares her personal experiences with trauma, the importance of self-love, and the challenges she faced in her healing jo...

4 months ago

40 minutes

Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy

Ep. 36 Unlocking Intuition: Breaking Free from Trauma Patterns with Saba Hocek

Show Notes: In this conversation, Angie Berrett and Saba Hocek explore the concepts of intuition, trauma, and the subconscious mind. They discuss how trauma can lead to repeating patterns in behavior and the importance of understanding and trusting one's intuition. The guest shares insights on how to manifest desires and the role of the subconscious in shaping our experiences. The conversation emphasizes the significance of self-worth and the healing journey, providing listeners with practica...

4 months ago

39 minutes