Rachel Leroy
Rachel Leroy
Episode 8 Season 5: The Art of Being Gentle With Yourself
Episode 8 Season 5: The Art of Being Gentle With Yourself
Episode 8 Season 5: The Art of Being Gentle With Yourself
Monday 22nd September 2025
Explore self-compassion's role in trauma recovery with Rachel Leroy. Embrace gentleness as a powerful tool for healing.
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Recovery from Trauma
Healing from Sexual Trauma
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Episode Overview
- Self-compassion is crucial for trauma recovery.
- Gentleness is often overlooked in Christian teachings.
- Pushing oneself too hard can lead to chronic health issues.
- Embrace self-care as a vital part of healing.
- Learn from experts like Kristen Neff and Sharon Salzberg.
"Being gentle with yourself is an art, not just science."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? In this heartfelt episode, Rachel Leroy takes us on a journey through the art of being gentle with oneself, especially for those healing from childhood trauma. Rachel, a college professor and trauma survivor herself, shares her personal experiences and insights into why self-compassion is crucial in a world that demands perfection.
She passionately discusses how Christians often overlook gentleness, a fruit of the Spirit, when it comes to their own healing journey. Rachel explores the importance of self-compassion and its powerful role in trauma recovery. She highlights the work of experts like Kristen Neff and Sharon Salzberg, encouraging listeners to dive deeper into their teachings on self-compassion. Rachel's approach blends faith, science, and art, offering a unique perspective on how to heal trauma effectively.
The episode is peppered with anecdotes about Rachel's own healing journey, including her struggles with pushing herself too hard in her career. She candidly shares how this led to chronic health issues and emphasises the need to prioritise one's health and well-being above all else. Rachel encourages listeners to embrace gentleness and self-compassion as essential tools for healing. By practicing these virtues on themselves, individuals can better extend them to others, creating a ripple effect of kindness and understanding.
This episode is a reminder that healing is an art form, requiring patience, experimentation, and self-love. Are you ready to embrace gentleness and self-compassion in your own life? Tune in to discover how these practices can transform your healing journey.