Heal, redefine yourself, and rise above with Dr. Tashina Reader, a licensed therapist, trauma survivor and empowerment coach. In this episode, Dr. Reader shares her inspiring journey of overcoming emotional abuse, HIV, and cancer with Dr. Alicia Newsome. The ladies discuss the importance of unpacking trauma and setting healthy boundaries to build unshakeable confidence. You'll learn: The key steps to healing from trauma (including the power of acknowledging your experience) How to redefine your identity and build unshakeable confidence Strategies for setting healthy boundaries to protect your well-being The importance of community in the healing process Why self-care is essential for lasting transformation Specific challenges faced by Black and brown women on their healing journeys How to create safe spaces for vulnerability and connection Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Why Healing Matters 04:01 Dr. Tashina Reader's Journey of Healing and Empowerment 07:11 Writing 'Manifesting Her': How Dr. Reader Found Her Voice 10:59 Redefining Your Identity After Trauma 16:19 Setting Healthy Boundaries to Protect Yourself 21:21 The Power of Community in Your Healing Journey 25:40 Redefining Identity, Building Confidence, and Setting Boundaries (Deep Dive) 27:27 Challenges Faced by Black and Brown Women on Their Healing Journeys 29:21 Creating Safe Spaces for Expression and Connection 30:48 The Importance of Rest, Relaxation, and Self-Care 33:13 Finding Wholeness Through Self-Compassion 39:57 Empowering Women at the Release Retreat in the Bahamas (Call to Action) Soundbites: "Acknowledge it... You can't heal what you don't acknowledge." "Imperfect progress is still progress." "There is a blessing in the stretching." "You are fearfully and wonderfully made." Ready to heal, redefine yourself, and rise above? Join Dr. Tashina Reader at her upcoming Release Retreat in the Bahamas! Find out more and register here. Don't miss this powerful episode! Share it with a friend who might be on their own healing journey. Connect with Dr. Tashina Reeder! info@drtashinareeder.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-tashina-reeder-ph-d-lsw-a2b71269/ https://www.instagram.com/drtashinareeder/   Dr. Tashina’s Books https://www.drtashinareeder.com/shop   The Manifesting Her Retreat 2024 https://keap.page/epk122/manifesting-her-retreat-2023.html   INVITE DR. ALICIA TO SPEAK https://www.dralicianewsome.com/invite-to-speak/   FREE RESOURCES 🩺 Having Trouble with Digestion?: https://www.dralicianewsome.com/quiz-having-trouble-with-your-digestion/ 😩 Is Stress Getting the Best of You: https://www.dralicianewsome.com/quiz-is-stress-getting-the-best-of-you/ 🩸Struggling with PMS?: https://www.dralicianewsome.com/quiz-do-you-suffer-from-pms/ 📖 Blog: https://www.dralicianewsome.com/wellness-articles/ 🎁https://www.dralicianewsome.com/freegift/ 👩🏾‍💻http://www.dralicianewsome.com   Follow us on Social Media to stay connected! 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.alicianewsome 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-alicia-newsome/ ☕️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dralicianewsome