Healing Intergenerational Trauma with Trauma Therapist, Linda ThaiHealing Intergenerational Trauma with Trauma Therapist, Linda Thai
Prison Yoga Project Podcast
Linda Thai shares her journey from childhood trauma to mindfulness and self-healing, offering insights into intergenerational trauma recovery.
1:24:27•19 Apr 2023
Linda Thai on Healing Generations: Mindfulness and Trauma Recovery
Episode Overview
- Linda Thai's personal experiences with trauma and self-healing through mindfulness and yoga
- Insights into complex developmental trauma and intergenerational trauma
- Exploration of racialized trauma and its impact on psychological well-being
- The transformative power of trauma recovery and the mind-body connection
- Linda Thai's expertise in therapeutic modalities for addressing trauma and promoting self-healing
“Healing yourself heals your ancestors. The secret of life is that it's a lifelong thing. I invite you to be kind with yourself and gentle with yourself.”
Linda Thai, a trauma therapist and educator, brings a wealth of experience and empathy to this episode of the Prison Yoga Project Podcast. Linda's journey began as a two-year-old refugee from Vietnam to Australia, and her life story is woven with themes of race, childhood trauma, internalized whiteness, and addiction. This conversation with host Priscilla is a deep dive into how these early experiences shaped Linda's path to mindfulness and self-healing.
Linda shares personal anecdotes that highlight the connection between mindfulness, meditation, and the healing of intergenerational trauma. She emphasizes that healing oneself can create a ripple effect, fostering compassion and understanding for previous generations who were under-resourced. Her teaching style is infused with storytelling, humor, and practical tools that make complex topics accessible. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of how mindfulness can open up space for compassionate curiosity and self-care.
Whether you're an adult child of refugees or simply interested in trauma recovery, Linda's insights offer valuable perspectives on the journey to healing.

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