Inner Growth for emotional healing
Inner Growth for emotional healing

Bear Psychology Podcast

Dr. Anna Baranowsky chats with Dr. Steve Taylor about spiritual awakening's role in emotional healing, exploring practical steps to cultivate inner growth.

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Bear Psychology Podcast

Dr. Anna Baranowsky

Dr. Anna Baranowsky is a Canadian Clinical Psychologist, CEO of the Traumatology Institute, Founder and President of the Board at Trauma Practice. She is the author of two books on trauma, numerous courses to help train professionals in trauma mental health and the developer of the Trauma Recovery Program for Self-Guided trauma care. She works with trauma survivors and those with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) on post-traumatic growth and recovery. Through her work she believes that when we share, dialogue and feel supported, it provides a powerful foundation for forward movement in our understanding and the care needed. In her own words "I have found that the most profound changes occur when a person truly feels heard and understood - I like to think of it as deeply BEARING WITNESS to life evolving. We can feel incredibly stuck when we live with our fears, stressors and troubles in isolation." Dr.Baranowsky is the host of the Bear Psychology Show, focusing on bearing witness to Evolving Mood, Mind, Health. Her talks revolve around recovery, relationships, work and life adventures. She is dedicated to assisting organizations and health professionals who help trauma survivors to ensure a trauma informed lens of care can grow in community health networks. With that vision in 1998, the Traumatology Institute Canada (TIC) was established. TIC has trained thousands of individuals nationally and internationally. Dr. Baranowsky serves on the board of directors of the Academy of Traumatology and is a Board Certified Expert in Traumatic Stress through the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress and is recognized by The National Center for Crisis Management. She has published in the area of Post-Traumatic Stress, Compassion Fatigue, and therapeutic relationships (the Silencing Response). Copyright: Dr. Anna Baranowsky, 2020

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Awakening: A Journey to Emotional Healing

Episode Overview

Spiritual awakening can lead to emotional healing and personal growth.
Cultivating gratitude and presence enhances well-being.
Disidentification from ego helps in stabilising emotions.
Awakening experiences can transform perspectives on life.
Practical exercises can foster qualities of wakefulness.

“"It's as if a veil falls away and a rich new layer of reality reveals itself, shining with radiance and freshness."”

Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? The latest episode of the Bear Psychology Podcast, hosted by Dr. Anna Baranowsky, features a compelling conversation with Dr. Steve Taylor, a renowned spiritual psychologist. Together, they explore the concept of spiritual awakening and its role in emotional healing, particularly after experiencing trauma or turmoil. Dr.

Taylor shares insights from his book, 'The Adventure: A Practical Guide to Spiritual Awakening', where he outlines the transformative power of awakening and its ability to shift perceptions, making the world appear more vibrant and meaningful. Dr. Taylor delves into the eight qualities of wakefulness, including disidentification from ego, gratitude, and presence, offering listeners practical ways to cultivate these traits in their own lives.

The episode is peppered with personal anecdotes and listener questions, making the discussion both relatable and enlightening. Dr. Baranowsky and Dr. Taylor's engaging dialogue highlights how awakening can lead to profound personal growth, even in the face of life's challenges. If you're seeking inspiration or tools to enhance your emotional well-being, this episode is a treasure trove of wisdom. It offers a refreshing perspective on finding peace and connection in a world that often feels overwhelming.

Are you ready to embark on your own journey of inner growth?

Listen to find out how you can start embracing the richness of life today.

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