Nothing Is Wasted #255: The Importance of Engaging Your Story and Trauma

Adam Young
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Yourself

In this episode, Adam Young shares his personal journey towards freedom by confronting the abuse in his “normal” evangelical Christian family of origin. I (James) found the talk riveting. Young is gifted at communicating neuroscience, sociology and theology.

You will come away from this talk better understanding what the brain and body do when traumatized, what they need for healing and why many churches lack the courage and know-how to take this holistic path.  

Lastly, Young is insightful in his assessment of those who hurt others but are unwilling to feel the healthy shame that necessarily comes with repair.

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