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Why People Pull Away Even When You Want to Be Close
Why People Pull Away Even When You Want to Be Close
Why People Pull Away Even When You Want to Be Close
Tuesday 10th March 2026
Explore how healing from trauma transforms relationships with insights from Evan Owens on The REBOOT Recovery Show.
18 minutes
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Recovery Reimagined
Recovery from Trauma
Healing Relationships
Creative Recovery Journeys
Healing from Sexual Trauma
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Episode Overview
- Healing from trauma involves becoming someone others can safely connect with.
- Gentleness and kindness are intentional choices, not just personality traits.
- Unhealed trauma can create barriers in relationships.
- Scripture offers guidance on how to live connected.
- Personal transformation requires conscious effort and faith.
"Healing is personal, but restoration is relational."
What makes a relationship truly transformative? Evan Owens tackles this profound question in the latest episode of The REBOOT Recovery Show. This week, Evan continues the 'Living Connected' series by exploring how unhealed trauma can make us unsafe for others, even when we crave connection. Drawing inspiration from the teachings of Colossians and Ephesians, Evan emphasises that healing is personal, but restoration is relational.
It's not just about finding safe people to connect with; it's about becoming someone others feel safe connecting with too. Evan candidly shares his experiences, likening people to 'prickly pears'—those who are tough to love due to past wounds. But fear not, because gentleness and kindness are within reach for everyone. These aren't just personality traits for the chosen few; they're garments we can choose to wear every day.
Just like selecting an outfit, we must intentionally clothe ourselves in compassion and patience. Evan also highlights the sticky residue trauma leaves on our hearts, much like a diner table that hasn't been cleaned properly. This residue makes others hesitant to connect with us. But by allowing God to cleanse and heal our hearts, we open the door to genuine relationships. So, are you ready to let go of bitterness and embrace a life of connection?
Evan invites you to join him in prayer and reflection, as you take steps towards becoming someone who others want to connect with. Are you willing to let others in?