A Trauma-Informed Perspective to Spiritual Growth (with Edwina Yeow)

Join me in this candid episode as I engage in a heartfelt conversation with trauma-informed and somatic-trained Catholic spiritual guide Edwina Yeow, founder of Anam Cara Ministries (Singapore). We delve into the deep connection between trauma, spirituality, and our relationship with God. Edwina, a seasoned Catholic spiritual director with 30 years of experience, shares invaluable insights on integrating spiritual direction, psychology, and somatic practices to address trauma’s impact on our relationship with God. We discuss the importance of involving the body in spiritual healing and the role trauma plays in shaping our religious scripts. This episode encourages a spirit of curiosity towards healing, self-love, and deeper intimacy with God through a trauma-informed perspective. Edwina Yeow's website: https://www.anamcaraministries.com More conversations between me and Edwina: https://www.becomingmepodcast.com/gue... Follow my Podcast: https://www.becomingmepodcast.com Follow me on Instagram:   / animann   Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://www.integroformation.com/news... Support me with a monthly subscription: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1375510/su... Support me with a one-time gift: https://www.integroformation.com/patron 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 06:01 Personal Reflections on Trauma and Faith 12:02 Integrating Psychology and Spirituality 15:57 Recognising and Addressing Religious Scripts 40:19 The True Self and Survival Mechanisms 46:42 The Body's Role in Holding Trauma 57:28 Religion as a Source of Trauma 01:05:37 The Role of Resistance in Faith 01:12:39 Reclaiming Free Will 01:23:04 The Importance of Developmental Stages 01:30:47 Final Thoughts and Gratitude