21: Healing from Religious Trauma and Stepping Into Spirituality with Dawn Gabriel, MA, LPC
What happens when we neglect our spiritual selves? In a world where we are constantly bombarded with the pressures of work, relationships, and societal expectations, it's easy to lose sight of our own spiritual well-being. Many of us can find ourselves sacrificing our souls in pursuit of success, whether it be in our careers or even in our roles as parents and partners.
Dawn Gabriel joins the show to share her personal journey of discovering the power of soul care and how it transformed her own life. This episode explores the concept of deconstructing and reconstructing one's beliefs, the impact of religious trauma, and the need for safe spaces to explore spirituality. Tune in to dive deep into these profound topics and uncover the transformative power of soul care!
About Dawn Gabriel:
Dawn is a group practice owner, consultant, and host of the Soul Care for Therapists podcast. She is passionate about helping mental health therapists take a deeper look into their spirituality and faith while creating sustainable practices and lifestyles. She believes that therapists need their own sacred place to slow down and let go of all they hold in order to continue the transformative work with others, which is why she offers retreats and community groups to do just that. Often you can find Dawn reading a book with a cup of chai, having deep conversation over a glass of wine, or hiking a trail with her husband and two boys, who all love living and adventuring in Colorado.
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Key Topics:
- [02:30] Dawn's personal experience with grief and burnout
- [04:00] Experiencing a profound change in spirituality
- [07:00] Losing yourself in the pursuit of success
- [09:15] How women have a tendency to sacrifice and not feel enough
- [14:00] Personal experiences with religious trauma
- [18:45] A rebel against religion
- [23:30] Getting back to you and caring for your soul
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