Wk. 4 Military Trauma: “Moral Injury & Survivor’s Guilt: The Wounds We Don’t Talk About”

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Episode Description:

 In Week 4 of The Warrior Within, we’re addressing two of the most hidden—and spiritually painful—wounds many trauma survivors carry: moral injury and survivor’s guilt. Whether you're a veteran grappling with what happened in combat, or a civilian struggling with shame after escaping abuse or outliving others, these wounds go beyond the emotional—they cut into the soul.

In this episode, Coach Liz shares the truth: you are not defined by what you saw, did, or survived—you are being refined through recovery.

 Key Topics Covered:

• What is Moral Injury?
  Soul-level pain from actions or events that violated your core beliefs
  
  
  
• What is Survivor’s Guilt?
  Deep shame or questioning after surviving something others didn’t
  
  
  
• The Shame Cycle:
  How guilt can spiral into isolation, addiction, self-sabotage, and fear of joy
  
  
  

Spiritual Reflection:

Psalm 103:10 — “He does not treat us as our sins deserve or repay us according to our iniquities.”

You don’t have to carry what Jesus already covered.

Reflection Prompts:

1. Where do I still feel ashamed for surviving or for decisions made during trauma?
   
   
   
2. What would it feel like to forgive myself—or accept that I’m already forgiven

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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