You Repeat What You Don’t Repair, with Amanda GravesYou Repeat What You Don’t Repair, with Amanda Graves
Becoming Wildly Well with Brandi Lea
Join Amanda Graves on 'Becoming Wildly Well' as she shares her journey from intense trauma to healing and self-love, highlighting the power of storytelling.
45:02•11 May 2021
Healing Trauma: Amanda Graves' Journey
Episode Overview
- Amanda Graves shares her traumatic life experiences.
- Discusses the importance of self-love and healing.
- Emphasizes breaking generational cycles of trauma.
- Encourages overcoming fear for personal growth.
- Highlights the power of storytelling for empowerment.
“"If you don't use yourself to love yourself, how can you love anyone else?" - Amanda Graves”
In this deeply moving episode of 'Becoming Wildly Well,' hosted by Brandi Lea, listeners are introduced to the story of Amanda Graves, a woman who has traversed unimaginable challenges to find healing and self-love. Throughout the conversation, Amanda shares the harrowing experiences of her youth, growing up with a mentally ill and addicted mother, and the subsequent traumas that shaped her early life.
She recounts vivid memories of feeling neglected, experiencing loss, and the intense longing for parental love, which remained unfulfilled for much of her life. Amanda's narrative is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of healing. She speaks candidly about the moments when she faced her deepest fears, standing naked in front of a mirror to confront every scar and wound that held her back.
Through this process, Amanda learned the importance of self-love, realizing that true healing begins from within. The episode delves into the concept of breaking generational cycles—Amanda emphasizes that to heal is to create a ripple effect, empowering those around you to embark on their own journeys of wellness. She inspires listeners by discussing how overcoming fear is imperative to change and healing, urging everyone to push through life's challenges with courage and accountability.
Amanda's story is not just one of survival but of thriving. Despite the adversities she faced, she has committed her life to serving others, driven by a dream to leave a legacy of love for her children. Her message is clear: love wins and drives out hate, and healing is possible for anyone willing to take that first step.
Listeners are encouraged to connect with Amanda on social media, where she continues to share her story and offer hope to those who see themselves in her journey. This episode is a powerful reminder that by embracing our stories and healing our wounds, we can shine a brighter light into the world.

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