Jen speaks with Anu Verma, a survivor of childhood sexual abuse and domestic trauma, who transformed her painful experiences into a journey of healing and empowerment. Anu shares her story of overcoming PTSD, depression, and self-blame, ultimately becoming a beacon of hope for others through her platform, 'Victim to Victor'. The conversation delves into the complexities of trauma, the importance of community, and various healing modalities, including Reiki and energy healing. Anu emphasizes the significance of taking the first step towards healing and finding support in the journey.

Key Takeaways:
-Anu Verma's journey from trauma to empowerment is inspiring.
-The hardest part of healing is recognizing the moment to change.
-Trauma can deeply impact self-worth and relationships.
-Journaling and podcasting can be powerful tools for healing.
-Reiki and energy healing can unblock trauma stored in the body.
-Community support is crucial for trauma survivors.
-Complex PTSD arises from repeated traumatic experiences.
-Healing is an ongoing journey, not a destination.
-Finding the right therapist is essential for recovery.
-Everyone deserves to feel like a victor in their life.

Episode Highlights:
[03:14] The Impact of Childhood Trauma
[06:03] The Healing Journey: From Victim to Victor
[09:27] Understanding Trauma and Its Effects
[12:15] The Role of Therapy in Healing
[15:09] Exploring PTSD vs. Complex PTSD
[18:06] Energy Healing and Reiki
[19:40] The Power of Community in Healing
[22:46] Advice for Those Starting Their Healing Journey
[25:40] Victim to Victor: Anu's Mission

Resources Mentioned:
Anu’s Website: https://victim2victor.net
Anu’s Podcast: https://spoti.fi/36D6ZYE
Anu’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Victim-Victor-inspirational-struggle-overcoming/dp/1649530951/ref=cm_cr_arp_mb_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8

Connect:
https://www.instagram.com/victim2victor_anuverma/
https://www.facebook.com/anuvermaV2V
https://www.youtube.com/c/Victim2VictorHealingJourney/videos
https://www.linkedin.com/in/anuvermav2v
https://www.tiktok.com/@victim_2_victor
https://imdb.me/anuvermav2v

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