Forgiveness Is For YOU - Overcome Trauma Through Forgiveness

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  S3E33 Unwinding Stuck Patterns: Rewriting What Childhood Taught us About Love 18.08.2026 32min

  Friends,  My guest in this episode, Audye Gonzalez grew up in a small town, the daughter of divorced parents, raised by a mother whose love came with conditions she spent years trying to name. Today she's the creator of the "Still Stuck" workbook, and she's spent her career helping adult daughters of narcissistic mothers recognize the five trauma patterns that keep showing up in relationships, and everyday life.  In this conversation, Audye and I talk about what it's like to grow up as the child who adapts instead of the child who's allowed to just be. We get into the specific moment she realized her marriage was echoing her childhood, the first boundary she ever set and what it cost her, and why she still doesn't have a clean answer on forgiveness. If you've ever wondered why certain relationships feel like you're back in an old role you thought you'd outgrown, this one's for you. Audye's Links: Website: https://audyegonzalez.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/coach.audye.gonzalez Workbook: https://audyegonzalez.com/pages/still-stuck/  Special Invitation from Dr. Carron If you're a Christian woman survivor of betrayal trauma looking to rebuild trust in yourself and your marriage, I have a limited number of 1:1 coaching spots available. Schedule a discovery call at https://drcarron.kartra.com/calendar/chatwithdrcarron Connect with Dr. Carron Partner with Us: https://go.drcarron.com/FIFYPodcastGift Work with me 1:1 — Looking for shame‑free, nonjudgmental support on your healing journey? Schedule a free consultation and let’s chat: https://go.drcarron.com/chatwithdrcarron Love the Podcast? If Forgiveness Is for YOU resonates with you, please: Follow / Subscribe Share with someone who needs hope Leave a rating and written review Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forgiveness-is-for-you-overcome-trauma-through-forgiveness/id1721956839 How to Leave an Apple Review Open the Apple Podcasts app Search: Forgiveness Is for YOU Tap the show (not an episode) Scroll to Ratings & Reviews Tap Write a Review Credits Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90) Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00 Disclaimer Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression. A Final Word Thank you for listening, Friend. Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.
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  S3E32 Healing Domestic Abuse, Betrayal Trauma and Addiction through Inner Healing Prayer 11.08.2026 39min

  Friends,  In this episode, founder of You Are Made New Ministry,  De Yarrison,  a uniquely Catholic healing ministry for men and women survivors of domestic abuse, betrayal trauma, and addiction shares how she first heard her calling in an unexpected place: surrounded by more than a thousand teenagers in stillness before God at a youth conference. That moment set her on a path to develop a ministry that combines inner healing prayer with Gestalt therapeutic techniques to help survivors heal and rebuild. We talk about: How De's ministry blends Catholic spirituality with clinical Gestalt therapy techniques What inner healing prayer looks like in practice How survivors of betrayal trauma and addiction can begin their healing journey Why stillness before God is essential to hearing your unique calling De Yarrison's Links: Email: de@youaremadenew.com Website: youaremadenew.com Instagram: @youaremadenew Hope's Garden Community: hopesgarden.mn.co Coaching Invitation from Dr. Carron If you're a Christian woman survivor of betrayal trauma looking to rebuild trust in yourself and your marriage, I have a limited number of 1:1 coaching spots available. Connect with Dr. Carron Partner with Us: https://go.drcarron.com/FIFYPodcastGift Work with me 1:1 — Looking for shame‑free, nonjudgmental support on your healing journey? Schedule a free consultation and let’s chat: https://go.drcarron.com/chatwithdrcarron Learn more at www.drcarron.com Love the Podcast? If Forgiveness Is for YOU resonates with you, please: Follow / Subscribe Share with someone who needs hope Leave a rating and written review Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forgiveness-is-for-you-overcome-trauma-through-forgiveness/id1721956839 How to Leave an Apple Review Open the Apple Podcasts app Search: Forgiveness Is for YOU Tap the show (not an episode) Scroll to Ratings & Reviews Tap Write a Review Credits Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90) Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00 Disclaimer Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression. A Final Word Thank you for listening, Friend. Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.  
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  S3E31 Healing Body Shame: The Hidden Forgiveness Every Woman Needs 04.08.2026 35min

  Hello Forgiver,  In this episode, I sit down with Jane Snyder, affectionately known as Mama Jane, founder of Wisdom Wellness Coaching and host of the Cycles and Sanctity podcast. As a Catholic Womanhood Coach, fertility educator, and certified mindset coach, Jane helps women rediscover the wisdom of their reproductive health while uncovering the beliefs and emotions that shape their relationship with their bodies. We explore how body shame often grows from unrealistic cultural expectations, painful life experiences, and misunderstandings about our feminine design. More importantly, we discuss how forgiveness can become a powerful pathway toward healing, because resentment, disappointment, and self-rejection keep us from living in the freedom God desires for us. Mama Jane's Links Website: https://www.wisdomwellnesscoaching.net/schedule-appt-mama-jane/  Contact: jane@wisdomwellnesscoaching.net Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/169-beyond-birth-control-the-reproductive-health/id1681179618?i=1000777044463 Connect with Dr. Carron Partner with Us: https://go.drcarron.com/FIFYPodcastGift Work with me 1:1 — Looking for shame‑free, nonjudgmental support on your healing journey? Schedule a free consultation and let’s chat: https://go.drcarron.com/chatwithdrcarron Love the Podcast? If Forgiveness Is for YOU resonates with you, please: Follow / Subscribe Share with someone who needs hope Leave a rating and written review Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forgiveness-is-for-you-overcome-trauma-through-forgiveness/id1721956839 How to Leave an Apple Review Open the Apple Podcasts app Search: Forgiveness Is for YOU Tap the show (not an episode) Scroll to Ratings & Reviews Tap Write a Review Credits Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90) Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00 Disclaimer Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression. A Final Word Thank you for listening, Friend.Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.  
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  S3E30 When "Let Go" is Bad Advice 28.07.2026 12min

  Friend,  Have you ever watched someone you love go through a painful betrayal or heartbreak and felt totally helpless? We want so badly to help our friends and family heal, but well-meaning advice like "you just need to let it go" or "holding onto bitterness only hurts you" can actually do more harm than good. In this episode, we tackle the tricky question of how to walk alongside someone in deep pain without rushing them before they are ready, without pushing for unsafe reconciliation, and without experiencing compassion fatigue ourselves. As a Certified Catholic Mindset Coach, I see firsthand the incredible breakthroughs that happen when we simply offer a gentle, loving presence with no strings attached. Forgiveness cannot be forced or manipulated.  Recommended Books:  The Forgiving Life: A Pathway to Overcoming Hurts and Reclaiming Your Happiness by Dr. Robert D. Enright Moving Forward: Six Steps to Forgiving Yourself and Breaking Free from the Past by Dr. Everett L. Worthington Jr. Set Boundaries, Find Peace: A Guide to Reclaiming Yourself by Nedra Glover Tawwab Trauma Stewardship: An Everyday Guide to Caring for Self While Caring for Others by Laura van Dernoot Lipsky Connect with Dr. Carron Partner with Us: https://go.drcarron.com/FIFYPodcastGift Work with me 1:1 — Looking for shame‑free, nonjudgmental support on your healing journey? Schedule a free consultation and let’s chat: https://go.drcarron.com/chatwithdrcarron Love the Podcast? If Forgiveness Is for YOU resonates with you, please: Follow / Subscribe Share with someone who needs hope Leave a rating and written review Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forgiveness-is-for-you-overcome-trauma-through-forgiveness/id1721956839 How to Leave an Apple Review Open the Apple Podcasts app Search: Forgiveness Is for YOU Tap the show (not an episode) Scroll to Ratings & Reviews Tap Write a Review Credits Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90) Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00 Disclaimer Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression. A Final Word Thank you for listening, Friend.Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.  
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  S3E29 How One Safe Adult Helps Heal Childhood Trauma (Summer Rewind) 21.07.2026 13min

  Friends,  Healing trauma often happens in layers. Just when we think we've worked through the pain, another memory, emotion, or grief surfaces, inviting us into deeper healing. In this Summer Rewind episode, I share the story of the man who became my primary father figure during childhood, my Uncle Isaac. As I continue my own healing journey through somatic practices and grief work, I've been reflecting on the profound impact one loving adult can have on a child's life. Though trauma leaves lasting wounds, research consistently shows that one safe, caring adult can help foster resilience and create a foundation for healing. Whether you're recovering from childhood trauma, grieving a significant loss, or reflecting on the people who shaped your life, this episode offers hope and encouragement. Reflection Question Who was the one safe adult who made a difference in your life? Connect with Dr. Carron Partner with Us: https://go.drcarron.com/FIFYPodcastGift Work with me 1:1 Looking for shame‑free, nonjudgmental support on your healing journey? Schedule a free consultation and let’s chat: https://go.drcarron.com/chatwithdrcarron Love the Podcast? If Forgiveness Is for YOU resonates with you, please: Follow / Subscribe Share with someone who needs hope Leave a rating and written review Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forgiveness-is-for-you-overcome-trauma-through-forgiveness/id1721956839 How to Leave an Apple Review Open the Apple Podcasts app Search: Forgiveness Is for YOU Tap the show (not an episode) Scroll to Ratings & Reviews Tap Write a Review Credits Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90) Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00 Disclaimer Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression. A Final Word Thank you for listening, Friend.Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.    
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  S3E28 Unexpected Joy: Meeting God in Life's Detours 14.07.2026 27min

  Friend,  We all have dreams, but sometimes our dream isn’t what God had in mind when He created us.  In this Summer Rewind of S1E14, my guest, Monica Herber, shared her dream of starting a family, but when that dream was dashed because of infertility, she and her husband decided to adopt. They fell in love with their beautiful little boy, but after multiple diagnoses, their dream of a healthy child was dashed.  Monica shares her heartbreak and how God taught her how to be joyful in the unknown.  Monica’s links:  Website: www.thejoyfulunknown.com.  Free 30 Minute Consult Call: https://thejoyfulunknown.hbportal.co/schedule/631e33b8c9ead80c681a2d96    Connect with Dr. Carron Partner with Us: https://go.drcarron.com/FIFYPodcastGift Work with me 1:1 — Looking for shame‑free, nonjudgmental support on your healing journey? Schedule a free consultation and let’s chat: https://go.drcarron.com/chatwithdrcarron Love the Podcast? If Forgiveness Is for YOU resonates with you, please: Follow / Subscribe Share with someone who needs hope Leave a rating and written review Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forgiveness-is-for-you-overcome-trauma-through-forgiveness/id1721956839 How to Leave an Apple Review Open the Apple Podcasts app Search: Forgiveness Is for YOU Tap the show (not an episode) Scroll to Ratings & Reviews Tap Write a Review Credits Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90) Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00   Disclaimer Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression. A Final Word Thank you for listening, Friend.Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.  
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  S3E27 Cultivating Joy in a Suffering Season 07.07.2026 12min

  Friends,  Healing is not all gloom and doom. When we've been deeply hurt, betrayed, or disappointed, it can feel as though suffering has taken over every corner of our lives. Yet even in our darkest seasons, moments of joy remain available to us. The challenge is learning how to recognize and receive them. As part of this Summer Rewind series, I'm revisiting one of my favorite short episodes. In this conversation, I explore how we can become more receptive to joy in the midst of suffering and how our own wounds can become a source of compassion, wisdom, and hope for others. Drawing on insights from Fr. Robert Spitzer's book, Finding True Happiness, I discuss the four levels of happiness and how a deeper understanding of joy can transform the way we navigate hardship. You'll also learn my simple three-step practice for cultivating receptivity to joy: Stop – Pause long enough to notice what is happening within and around you. Drop – Release your resistance to the present moment. Rock & Roll – Lean into life, gratitude, and meaningful action. Suffering and joy are not mutually exclusive. We can grieve and still be grateful. We can carry pain and still experience beauty. We can be healing and still encounter moments of genuine happiness. Reflection Question Where are the pockets of joy that God is offering you today, even in the midst of your pain? Resources Mentioned Finding True Happiness by Fr. Robert Spitzer Connect with Dr. Carron Partner with Us: https://go.drcarron.com/FIFYPodcastGift Work with me 1:1 — Looking for shame‑free, nonjudgmental support on your healing journey? Schedule a free consultation and let’s chat: https://go.drcarron.com/chatwithdrcarron Love the Podcast? If Forgiveness Is for YOU resonates with you, please: Follow / Subscribe Share with someone who needs hope Leave a rating and written review Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forgiveness-is-for-you-overcome-trauma-through-forgiveness/id1721956839 How to Leave an Apple Review Open the Apple Podcasts app Search: Forgiveness Is for YOU Tap the show (not an episode) Scroll to Ratings & Reviews Tap Write a Review Credits Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90) Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00 Disclaimer Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression. A Final Word Thank you for listening, Friend.Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.  
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  S3E26 How Forgiveness Transforms Guilt with Fr. Thomas Berg (Summer Rewind) 30.06.2026 39min

  Friends,  In this Summer Rewind episode, I'm bringing back my conversation with Fr. Thomas Berg, originally released as Choosing Forgiveness. Together, we explore one of the most challenging aspects of the Christian life: what happens when guilt lingers long after we've sought forgiveness. Many of us understand God's mercy intellectually, yet continue carrying shame, self-condemnation, and regret. Fr. Thomas offers profound insights into the relationship between forgiveness, guilt, freedom, and God's healing grace. Drawing from Scripture, spiritual wisdom, and practical experience, this conversation invites us to reflect on Jesus' call to reconciliation and consider how forgiveness can transform not only our relationships with others, but also our relationship with ourselves. Reflection Question If God has already forgiven you, what keeps you from receiving that forgiveness fully? Fr. Thomas Berg's Link(s): Profile: https://mcgrath.nd.edu/about/faculty-staff/fr-thomas-v-berg-ph-d/ Book: Choosing Forgiveness: Unleash the Power of God's Grace: https://a.co/d/0aMsn9sO Connect with Dr. Carron Partner with Us: https://go.drcarron.com/FIFYPodcastGift Work with me 1:1 — Looking for shame‑free, nonjudgmental support on your healing journey? Schedule a free consultation and let’s chat: https://go.drcarron.com/chatwithdrcarron Love the Podcast? If Forgiveness Is for YOU resonates with you, please: Follow / Subscribe Share with someone who needs hope Leave a rating and written review Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forgiveness-is-for-you-overcome-trauma-through-forgiveness/id1721956839 How to Leave an Apple Review Open the Apple Podcasts app Search: Forgiveness Is for YOU Tap the show (not an episode) Scroll to Ratings & Reviews Tap Write a Review Credits Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90) Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00 Disclaimer Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression. A Final Word Thank you for listening, Friend.Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.
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  S3E25 The Mother Wound: Identity, Boundaries and Forgiveness 23.06.2026 19min

  Friends, In this episode, I explore the mother wound: how early relational experiences shape identity, distort boundaries, and quietly influence how we relate to ourselves, others, and even God. I focus my discussion primarily on the mother-daughter relationship.  Many daughters grow up learning to perform for love, manage emotional climates, and abandon their own needs in order to maintain connection. Over time, these adaptations can harden into identity. This episode is especially for those who have done years of healing work, yet still feel something unresolved beneath the surface. And for those listening who wonder if this applies to you, you may find your own story reflected here, or gain deeper compassion for those you love. Key Takeaway: You are not defined by what was missing. You are being restored into who you were created to be. Resources: Karyl McBride – Will I Ever Be Good Enough? Lindsay Gibson – Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents Kristin Neff – Self-Compassion Research Bessel van der Kolk – The Body Keeps the Score Craig Malkin – Rethinking Narcissism Connect with Dr. Carron Partner with Us: https://go.drcarron.com/FIFYPodcastGift Work with me 1:1 — Looking for shame‑free, nonjudgmental support on your healing journey? Schedule a free consultation and let’s chat: https://go.drcarron.com/chatwithdrcarron Love the Podcast? If Forgiveness Is for YOU resonates with you, please: Follow / Subscribe Share with someone who needs hope Leave a rating and written review Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forgiveness-is-for-you-overcome-trauma-through-forgiveness/id1721956839 How to Leave an Apple Review Open the Apple Podcasts app Search: Forgiveness Is for YOU Tap the show (not an episode) Scroll to Ratings & Reviews Tap Write a Review Credits Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90) Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00 Disclaimer Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression. A Final Word Thank you for listening, Friend.Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.    
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  S3E24 Sacred Battleground: Forgiveness and the Heart 16.06.2026 13min

  Friends,  If forgiveness takes place in the heart, what kind of heart is capable of forgiving? In Episodes 21 and 22, I explored the anxiety that often accompanies forgiveness and practical ways to move through it. In this episode, we go into the heart itself. June is dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, a devotion that invites us to contemplate Christ's boundless love for humanity. As I reflected on the image of the Sacred Heart, exposed, wounded, crowned with thorns, and burning with love, I began to wonder what it might teach us about forgiveness. Many of us move through life with either a hardened heart or a guarded heart. We have been wounded. We have learned to protect ourselves. But is there a difference between protecting our hearts and closing them off completely? Drawing from Scripture, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, and the example of Jesus Himself, I explore what it means to cultivate a heart that is ready to forgive. The Sacred Heart reminds us that suffering does not have to harden us. Through grace, our wounds can become places where God's mercy enters and transforms us. Resources Mentioned: Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Catechism of the Catholic Church #2843 Proverbs 4:23 Connect with Dr. Carron Partner with Us: https://go.drcarron.com/FIFYPodcastGift Join the weekly newsletter: https://go.drcarron.com/newsletterfreegiftoptin Work with me 1:1 — Looking for shame‑free, nonjudgmental support on your healing journey? Schedule a free consultation and let’s chat: https://go.drcarron.com/chatwithdrcarron Love the Podcast? If Forgiveness Is for YOU resonates with you, please: Follow / Subscribe Share with someone who needs hope Leave a rating and written review Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forgiveness-is-for-you-overcome-trauma-through-forgiveness/id1721956839 How to Leave an Apple Review Open the Apple Podcasts app Search: Forgiveness Is for YOU Tap the show (not an episode) Scroll to Ratings & Reviews Tap Write a Review Credits Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90) Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00 Disclaimer Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression. A Final Word Thank you for listening, Friend. Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.  
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  S3E23: Created for Love: Restoring Authentic Desire in a Pornified Culture 09.06.2026 27min

  Friends,  In this episode, I sit down with Catholic Coach, Husband, and Father, Andrew Lanchoney, to discuss the impact of pornography on the human person and the journey toward healing and freedom.   Together, we explore the deeper questions beneath pornography use: What are we really searching for? Why do so many people feel stuck? And how do we begin restoring authentic desire in a culture that often reduces people to objects for consumption? Drawing on the wisdom of St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body, this conversation offers hope for anyone who has struggled personally, loves someone who has, or wants to better understand the cultural forces shaping our view of human dignity. Freedom is possible. Healing is possible, and authentic love begins when we recognize that we were created for love, not use. Andrew’s Links:  Email: alanchoney@gmail.com  Website: https://www.andrewlanchoneycoaching.com/ Reference: Theology of the Body: https://www.usccb.org/issues-and-action/marriage-and-family/natural-family-planning/catholic-teaching/theology-of-the-body Are you a Christian woman 40+ who has done all the things to heal from trauma and betrayal, but knows deep down forgiveness is still incomplete? Join us for the Freedom to Forgive Masterclass: A Journey of Healing, Release, and Renewal starting tomorrow. Click HERE to learn more and register. Connect with Dr. Carron       Partner with Us: https://go.drcarron.com/FIFYPodcastGift       Join the weekly newsletter: https://go.drcarron.com/newsletterfreegiftoptin      Work with me 1:1 — Looking for shame‑free, nonjudgmental support on your healing journey? Schedule a free consultation and let’s chat: https://go.drcarron.com/chatwithdrcarron Love the Podcast? If Forgiveness Is for YOU resonates with you, please: Follow / Subscribe Share with someone who needs hope Leave a rating and written review Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forgiveness-is-for-you-overcome-trauma-through-forgiveness/id1721956839 How to Leave an Apple Review Open the Apple Podcasts app Search: Forgiveness Is for YOU Tap the show (not an episode) Scroll to Ratings & Reviews Tap Write a Review Credits Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90) Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00 Disclaimer Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression. A Final Word Thank you for listening, Friend. Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.  
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  S3E22 Tips for Overcoming Forgiveness Anxiety 02.06.2026 16min

  Friends, What if the anxiety you feel around forgiveness isn’t resistance… but protection? In this episode I explore the very real fear, confusion, and nervous system responses that can surface when we begin considering forgiveness after trauma, betrayal, abuse, or deep emotional pain. Forgiveness is often presented as simple or immediate, but for many people, the thought of forgiving can activate shame, panic, dissociation, hypervigilance, or emotional overwhelm. Why? Because our bodies remember what happened, even when our minds try to move on. Drawing from trauma research, somatic healing principles, and Christian spirituality, I explain how forgiveness anxiety may actually be a signal that deeper healing and safety are needed first. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why forgiveness can feel unsafe in the body How trauma responses impact our ability to forgive The connection between embodiment, emotional safety, and interior freedom Why misunderstanding forgiveness keeps many people stuck The difference between authentic forgiveness and forced forgiveness How unresolved trauma can manifest physically through chronic stress and mind-body symptoms Why becoming a “student of forgiveness” can reduce fear and confusion References:  van der Kolk, Bessel A. The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma. Penguin Books, 2015. [1, 2]  Levine, P. Retrieved from YouTube, May 26, 2026  https://youtu.be/e4If-3mQtLA?si=KWMOhhWWR_z2KYE4 If forgiveness has felt overwhelming, unsafe, or impossible, this episode offers a gentler path forward — one rooted in honesty, nervous system awareness, compassion, and healing. Are you: A high-achieving Christian woman? Survivor of Trauma and Betrayal? Have done all the things - therapy, wellness classes, spiritual growth practices? And still feel like something is missing? Join us for the Freedom to Forgive Masterclass: A Journey of Healing, Release, and Renewal. We start next Wednesday! Connect with Dr. Carron Partner with Us: https://go.drcarron.com/FIFYPodcastGift  Join the weekly newsletter: https://go.drcarron.com/newsletterfreegiftoptin Work with me 1:1 — Looking for shame‑free, nonjudgmental support on your healing journey? Schedule a free consultation and let’s chat: https://go.drcarron.com/chatwithdrcarron Love the Podcast? If Forgiveness Is for YOU resonates with you, please: Follow / Subscribe Share with someone who needs hope Leave a rating and written review Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forgiveness-is-for-you-overcome-trauma-through-forgiveness/id1721956839 How to Leave an Apple Review Open the Apple Podcasts app Search: Forgiveness Is for YOU Tap the show (not an episode) Scroll to Ratings & Reviews Tap Write a Review Credits Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90) Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00 Disclaimer Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression. A Final Word Thank you for listening, Friend.Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.  
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  S3E21 Why Forgiveness Can Feel So Scary 26.05.2026 20min

  *Content Warning* This episode contains mature content not suitable for minors. Please use discretion when listening.  Friends,  In this episode, I explore one of the most difficult and rarely discussed questions surrounding forgiveness: Who will I be if I let go of unforgiveness? For many people, unforgiveness is not simply an emotional response to pain. It becomes intertwined with identity, safety, survival, and even spirituality. When we’ve lived for years inside betrayal, abuse, abandonment, or grief, forgiveness can feel less like freedom and more like losing ourselves. In this episode, I share my own journey through childhood sexual abuse recovery and explore: how wounding can become part of our identity, why the nervous system resists unfamiliar peace, the attachment we develop to our personal stories, the spiritual pressure many Christians feel around forgiveness, and how repeated emotional patterns shape the brain over time. If forgiveness feels scary to you, you are not broken. You may simply be standing at a crossroads between survival and freedom. This episode offers compassion, insight, and hope for those who feel stuck in resentment, grief, fear, or confusion around forgiveness. Reference(s): Van Der Kolk, B.A., The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma. Penguin Books, 2015. Learn more about the Freedom to Forgive Masterclass: A Journey of Healing, Release & Renewal.  Connect with Dr. Carron Partner with Us: https://go.drcarron.com/FIFYPodcastGift  Join the weekly newsletter: https://go.drcarron.com/newsletterfreegiftoptin Work with me 1:1 — Looking for shame‑free, nonjudgmental support on your healing journey? Schedule a free consultation and let’s chat: https://go.drcarron.com/chatwithdrcarron Love the Podcast? If Forgiveness Is for YOU resonates with you, please: Follow / Subscribe Share with someone who needs hope Leave a rating and written review Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forgiveness-is-for-you-overcome-trauma-through-forgiveness/id1721956839 How to Leave an Apple Review Open the Apple Podcasts app Search: Forgiveness Is for YOU Tap the show (not an episode) Scroll to Ratings & Reviews Tap Write a Review Credits Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90) Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00 Disclaimer Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression. A Final Word Thank you for listening, Friend.Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.    
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  S3E20 Fighting for Hope: Veteran Suicide and the Battle for Belonging 19.05.2026 43min

  Friends,  As Memorial Day approaches, we pause to remember the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. But there is another group of veterans quietly fighting battles long after deployment ends, those struggling to transition home, find belonging, and rediscover hope in civilian life. In this deeply important conversation, I’m joined by retired Lt. Colonel John Garcia, host of the Regiment of the Cross podcast, to discuss the invisible struggles many veterans face after returning home from service. John shares the heartbreaking realities surrounding veteran suicide, the emotional and psychological challenges of transitioning into civilian society, and the ways advocacy, agriculture, storytelling, and authentic human connection can help restore dignity, purpose, and hope. Together, we explore: Why the transition home can feel isolating and disorienting The importance of belonging and being truly seen The emotional toll of military service and reintegration The alarming statistics surrounding veteran suicide How civilians can better support veterans in their communities Why storytelling and meaningful work can become pathways to healing This episode is both a Memorial Day reflection and a call to greater compassion, awareness, and connection. If you know someone serving in the military, transitioning home, or quietly struggling, please share this conversation with them. Connect with John Garcia Listen to the Regiment of the Cross podcast Email: regimentofthecross@gmail.com Connect with Dr. Carron Interested in joining Dr. Carron for a forgiveness Masterclass this summer? Join the Freedom to Forgive Interested List. This course is for Christian women 50+ who have survived trauma, spent years in therapy, are living good lives, but still feel something is missing. In this course, we will journey together through a process of healing, release and renewal.  Partner with Us: https://go.drcarron.com/FIFYPodcastGift Join the weekly newsletter: https://go.drcarron.com/newsletterfreegiftoptin Work with me 1:1 — Looking for shame‑free, nonjudgmental support on your healing journey? Limited spots available. Schedule a free consultation and let’s chat: https://go.drcarron.com/chatwithdrcarron Love the Podcast? If Forgiveness Is for YOU resonates with you, please: Follow / Subscribe Share with someone who needs hope Leave a rating and written review Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forgiveness-is-for-you-overcome-trauma-through-forgiveness/id1721956839 How to Leave an Apple Review Open the Apple Podcasts app Search: Forgiveness Is for YOU Tap the show (not an episode) Scroll to Ratings & Reviews Tap Write a Review Credits Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90) Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00 Disclaimer Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression. A Final Word Thank you for listening, Friend.Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.  
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  S3E19 When the System Wounds, Who Do We Forgive? 12.05.2026 21min

  Friends,  In a world marked by division, violence, and deep injustice, the question of forgiveness becomes anything but simple. In this deeply personal episode, I reflects on my lived experience of Apartheid, a system that shaped my childhood, understanding of safety, and relationship to truth.  As global events echo familiar patterns of oppression and silenced voices, this episode explores what it means to hold both grief and compassion simultaneously.  Through the life and witness of Nelson Mandela, a man who moved from prisoner to president and chose forgiveness in the face of profound injustice, we are invited into a difficult, necessary question: Who do we forgive when the system itself is the wound? This conversation doesn’t offer easy answers. Instead, it creates space to reflect on: Trauma stored in the body and how it resurfaces The impact of hidden or distorted history The tension between justice and forgiveness The role of our shared humanity (Ubuntu) in healing Why forgiveness begins with people, not systems “Systems are made of people, and when people change, systems change.” Whether you are carrying personal wounds or witnessing injustice in the world around you, this episode invites you to consider one small but powerful step: Who is one person you might be ready to forgive? Reference(s) https://www.facebook.com/amarchivepub/videos/nelson-mandela-on-imprisonment-and-forgiveness-1991/2187579574982773/ https://youtu.be/hnpIyHzHukc?si=XF8MP2tISiITmP4M Connect with Dr. Carron Partner with Us: https://go.drcarron.com/FIFYPodcastGift  Join the weekly newsletter: https://go.drcarron.com/newsletterfreegiftoptin Work with me 1:1 — Looking for shame‑free, nonjudgmental support on your healing journey? Schedule a free consultation and let’s chat: https://go.drcarron.com/chatwithdrcarron Love the Podcast? If Forgiveness Is for YOU resonates with you, please: Follow / Subscribe Share with someone who needs hope Leave a rating and written review Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forgiveness-is-for-you-overcome-trauma-through-forgiveness/id1721956839 How to Leave an Apple Review Open the Apple Podcasts app Search: Forgiveness Is for YOU Tap the show (not an episode) Scroll to Ratings & Reviews Tap Write a Review Credits Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90) Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00 Disclaimer Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression. A Final Word Thank you for listening, Friend.Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.    
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  S3E18 Loving an Alcoholic: Healing the Hidden Wounds Left Behind 05.05.2026 33min

  Friends,  What does it do to your heart, your body, and your sense of safety to love someone struggling with alcohol use? In this episode, I’m joined by holistic health and fitness coach Tresa Salters, who shares her story of loving a spouse with alcohol use disorder, and the lasting impact it had on her mental, physical, and spiritual health. While much of the conversation around addiction focuses on the person struggling, this episode turns the lens toward the spouse and family members who are often left carrying unseen wounds. Tresa opens up about the moment she knew something had to change, how she began protecting herself and her children, and what true healing has looked like in the years since. If you’ve ever felt the ripple effects of someone else’s addiction, this conversation will remind you that your healing matters too. Tresa's Links Website: www.livewellwithtresa.com Substack: https://substack.com/@tresarolandosalters FB: https://www.facebook.com/tresa.rolando.salters IG: https://www.instagram.com/livewellwithtresa/ Freebie: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/coffe-chatl7uvjx Connect with Dr. Carron Partner with Us: https://go.drcarron.com/FIFYPodcastGift  Join the weekly newsletter: https://go.drcarron.com/newsletterfreegiftoptin Work with me 1:1 — Looking for shame‑free, nonjudgmental support on your healing journey? Schedule a free consultation and let’s chat: https://go.drcarron.com/chatwithdrcarron Love the Podcast? If Forgiveness Is for YOU resonates with you, please: Follow / Subscribe Share with someone who needs hope Leave a rating and written review Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forgiveness-is-for-you-overcome-trauma-through-forgiveness/id1721956839 How to Leave an Apple Review Open the Apple Podcasts app Search: Forgiveness Is for YOU Tap the show (not an episode) Scroll to Ratings & Reviews Tap Write a Review Credits Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90) Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00 Disclaimer Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression. A Final Word Thank you for listening, Friend.Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.  
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  S3E17 Forgiveness After Infidelity: Healing From Divorce 28.04.2026 33min

  Friends,  In today’s episode of Forgiveness Is for YOU, I’m joined by forgiveness coach Abigail Sikes, who shares her story of forgiving her ex-husband nearly nine years after their divorce Abigail shares how God redeemed the pain of divorce by calling her into forgiveness ministry.  In this conversation, we talk about: How infidelity leaves wounds that don’t quickly resolve The physical cost of unforgiveness The emotional (and even physical) cost of holding onto resentment What forgiveness actually looks like in real life, not just in theory And how healing begins, even when you don’t feel ready If you’ve ever felt pressure to “just move on,”  this episode gives you permission to pause and forgive from the heart.  Abigail's Link(s): Website: https://forgivinggifts.com/ Reclaim YOU: https://reclaimyou.us/my-story Connect with Dr. Carron Partner with Us: https://go.drcarron.com/FIFYPodcastGift  Join the weekly newsletter: https://go.drcarron.com/newsletterfreegiftoptin Work with me 1:1 — Looking for shame‑free, nonjudgmental support on your healing journey? Schedule a free consultation and let’s chat: https://go.drcarron.com/chatwithdrcarron Love the Podcast? If Forgiveness Is for YOU resonates with you, please: Follow / Subscribe Share with someone who needs hope Leave a rating and written review Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forgiveness-is-for-you-overcome-trauma-through-forgiveness/id1721956839 How to Leave an Apple Review Open the Apple Podcasts app Search: Forgiveness Is for YOU Tap the show (not an episode) Scroll to Ratings & Reviews Tap Write a Review Credits Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90) Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00 Disclaimer Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression. A Final Word Thank you for listening, Friend.Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.    
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  S3E16 Divorced but Still Catholic? Demystiyfing Annulment with Theresa Matters 21.04.2026 28min

  Friends,  When a marriage ends, many Catholics are left asking: Where do I belong now? Am I still part of the Church? And can I ever remarry? In this episode, we explore the reality of divorce through the lens of the Catholic faith and the often misunderstood annulment process. My guest, Theresa Matters, shares her personal journey through divorce and her experience seeking an annulment, and offers insight into how the Church carefully examines the validity of a marriage and what it means to find freedom, clarity, and healing on the other side. Whether you are: A Catholic navigating life after divorce Considering the annulment process Or simply curious about what the Church actually teaches This episode will help you understand the truth and the compassion at the heart of the Church. In This Episode, We Cover: What the Catholic Church teaches about marriage and divorce The difference between divorce and annulment Common misconceptions about annulments (“Is it just Catholic divorce?”) What the annulment process actually looks like How to know if you might be eligible A personal story of healing and starting over Theresa's Links:  IG: @little.way.freedom Email: tmatters@gmail.com Freebie: 9 Day Little Way Rose Novena mailchi.mp/6bf019fccdd1/fdyrr1tes2 Book a discovery call: https://calendly.com/littlewayfreedom/welcome30minutecoaching Resources & Next Steps: USCCB Annulment Information Learn more about the Catholic annulment process through your local parish Speak with a priest or tribunal advocate if you are discerning this path Connect with Dr. Carron Partner with Us: https://go.drcarron.com/FIFYPodcastGift Join the weekly newsletter: https://go.drcarron.com/newsletterfreegiftoptin Work with me 1:1 — Looking for shame‑free, nonjudgmental support on your healing journey? Schedule a free consultation and let’s chat: https://go.drcarron.com/chatwithdrcarron Love the Podcast? If Forgiveness Is for YOU resonates with you, please: Follow / Subscribe Share with someone who needs hope Leave a rating and written review Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forgiveness-is-for-you-overcome-trauma-through-forgiveness/id1721956839 How to Leave an Apple Review Open the Apple Podcasts app Search: Forgiveness Is for YOU Tap the show (not an episode) Scroll to Ratings & Reviews Tap Write a Review Credits Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90) Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00 Disclaimer Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression. A Final Word Thank you for listening, Friend.Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.    
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  S3E15 Healing from Divorce: A Catholic Approach to Connection, Support, and Restoration with Carolyn Klika Catino 14.04.2026 37min

  Friends,  Divorce can feel like both a personal and spiritual rupture, leaving many questioning where they stand with God, the Church, and even themselves. But what if healing doesn’t require walking away, but instead how to remain? In this episode, I’m joined by Carolyn Klika Catino, who shares her own journey through divorce and the deep healing that followed. Now serving others through her apostolate, Abounding Joy Ministry, she walks alongside individuals and families navigating separation and divorce with compassion, clarity, and hope. Together, we explore what it looks like to: Stay connected to God and the Church in the midst of divorce Begin the process of emotional and spiritual healing Find support when you feel isolated or unsure where to turn Hold onto hope when your marriage has broken This conversation is the beginning of a 3-part series on divorce, annulment, and forgiveness, offering a path forward for those seeking both truth and healing. Reference(s)  https://www.romereports.com/en/2015/02/05/pope-francis-homily-the-church-should-be-like-a-field-hospital/ Resources & Support If you or someone you love is experiencing separation or divorce, support is available. 👉 Learn more about Carolyn’s ministry:Abounding Joy Ministryhttps://aboundingjoyministry.com Connect with Dr. Carron Partner with the mission: https://go.drcarron.com/FIFYPodcastGift  Join the weekly newsletter: https://go.drcarron.com/newsletterfreegiftoptin Work with me 1:1 — Looking for shame‑free, nonjudgmental support on your healing journey? Schedule a free consultation and let’s chat: https://go.drcarron.com/chatwithdrcarron Love the Podcast? If Forgiveness Is for YOU resonates with you, please: Follow / Subscribe Share with someone who needs hope Leave a rating and written review Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forgiveness-is-for-you-overcome-trauma-through-forgiveness/id1721956839 How to Leave an Apple Review Open the Apple Podcasts app Search: Forgiveness Is for YOU Tap the show (not an episode) Scroll to Ratings & Reviews Tap Write a Review Credits Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90) Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00 Disclaimer Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression. A Final Word Thank you for listening, Friend.Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.  
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  S3E14 Sacramental Healing: Finding Safety Again After Church Hurt 07.04.2026 16min

  Friends,  What does it look like to feel safe again after experiencing church hurt? In this episode, we continue the conversation on healing from spiritual wounds by exploring a path forward, one that is honest, and rooted in encounter with Jesus in the Sacraments of the Eucharist and Reconciliation. Through personal testimony and reflection, we look at how the Eucharist and the Sacrament of Reconciliation offer more than ritual—they offer real healing through the presence of the Divine Physician. If you’ve felt distant, hesitant, or unsure about returning, this episode is a safe place to begin again. Connect with Dr. Carron Partner with the mission: https://go.drcarron.com/FIFYPodcastGift Join the weekly newsletter: https://go.drcarron.com/newsletterfreegiftoptin Work with me 1:1 — Looking for shame‑free, nonjudgmental support on your healing journey? Schedule a free consultation and let’s chat: https://go.drcarron.com/chatwithdrcarron Love the Podcast? If Forgiveness Is for YOU resonates with you, please: Follow / Subscribe Share with someone who needs hope Leave a rating and written review Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forgiveness-is-for-you-overcome-trauma-through-forgiveness/id1721956839 How to Leave an Apple Review Open the Apple Podcasts app Search: Forgiveness Is for YOU Tap the show (not an episode) Scroll to Ratings & Reviews Tap Write a Review Credits Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90) Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00 Disclaimer Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression. A Final Word Thank you for listening, Friend.Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.