Wk. 2 Military Trauma: “Rewiring the Wounded Brain: Neuroplasticity, Recovery, and God’s Design”

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Episode Description:

 In Week 2 of the Warrior Within trauma recovery journey, we dive into the science and spirituality of neuroplasticity — the brain’s miraculous ability to heal, rewire, and recover after trauma. Whether you've endured the battlefield, childhood abuse, or chronic stress, this episode reminds you that your brain is not broken—it’s wounded, and wounded things can heal.

We’ll explore how trauma rewires the fear, memory, and decision-making centers of the brain, and how practices like journaling, prayer, rest, movement, and safe relationships can begin to overwrite those trauma-coded patterns.

This episode is your proof that healing isn’t just emotional—it’s biological. And it’s built into God’s design for your recovery.

Key Topics Covered:

What is Neuroplasticity?
The brain’s ability to form new neural pathways — meaning recovery is possible and natural.

How Trauma Affects the Brain:

• Amygdala: Goes into survival overdrive
• Hippocampus: Shrinks, distorting memory
• Prefrontal Cortex: Shuts down, impairing logic and clarity

Recovery Through Practice:

• Journaling
• Therapy
• Prayer and Affirmations
• Movement
• Intentional Relationships

Biblical Backing:

Romans 12:2 — “Be transformed by the renewing of your mind”

Isaiah 43:19 — “I am making a way in the wilderness”

 Takeaway Truth:
Your brain is not defective—it’s adaptable.
Your recovery is not optional—it’s divinely designed.

 Reflection Prompts:

1. What thoughts, beliefs, or habits feel like they were written by trauma?
   
   
   
2. What truth do I want to start writing over them?

Call to Action:

Join the Warrior Within recovery program at oasiswellnessctrs.com to continue your journey with guided support, journaling prompts, and spiritual healing tools.

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Remember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast.

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