When "Not Yet" Becomes "Right Now"

Childhood Trauma Episodes

Guests (and host) discuss their own experiences with childhood trauma. This podcast discusses Complex PTSD and child abuse without going into details of experiences.
A Deep Dive Into the Emotion of Guilt and Why We May Feel It Over the Holidays
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Dec. 11, 2024

A Deep Dive Into the Emotion of Guilt and Why We May Feel It Over the Holidays

Send us a text In this episode, host Jen Ginty explores the pivotal moments of transformation in our lives, focusing on the emotion of guilt. She discusses the different types of guilt, including parental, spousal, and survivor's guilt, and emphasizes the importance of understanding justified versus unjustified guilt. Jen shares personal reflections on her holiday experiences and the impact of depression during this season. She offers practical coping strategies to manage guilt and encourages...
From Trauma to Triumph: A Story of Resilience & Reclaiming Identity with Michelle Holling-Brooks
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Nov. 20, 2024

From Trauma to Triumph: A Story of Resilience & Reclaiming Identity with Michelle Holling-Brooks

Send us a text Jen speaks with Michelle Holling-Brooks, a trauma-informed specialist, about her incredible journey of healing & transformation. Michelle shares her origin story, detailing her battle with severe illness at a young age that left her deaf, blind & paralyzed. Through her experiences, she discusses the impact of trauma on identity, the role of equine therapy in her recovery & the importance of finding balance and purpose in life. Michelle emphasizes the need for self-d...
Introduction
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Sept. 9, 2024

Introduction

Send us a text Welcome to my podcast! I’m Jen Ginty—a single mom living with Complex PTSD and Major Depressive Disorder, both stemming from childhood trauma. For years, I put off my healing journey. I was stuck in survival mode, always telling myself “not yet” when it came to facing my mental health. But there was a point when something shifted. My brain, body, and soul finally said, “Right now.” And I realized I couldn't move forward without stepping into the uncomfortable but necessary proc...