1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 In this conversation, hosts Deema Tamimi and Hannah Claire Smith engage with Chloe Nahas, a trauma-informed activist, to explore the emotional challenges faced by activists today. They discuss the impact of trauma, guilt, and helplessness on individuals involved in social justice movements, emphasizing the importance of healing-informed activism and collective healing. The conversation highlights the duality of hope and despair in activism, the significance of curiosity in navigating disagreements, and the necessity of compassion in the face of trauma. Chloe shares insights on intergenerational trauma and the role it plays in shaping the experiences of activists, ultimately encouraging listeners to prioritize self-compassion and connection in their work for social justice. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Trauma and Activism 02:46 The Emotional Toll of Current Events 05:38 Understanding Trauma in Activism 08:56 Intergenerational Trauma and Its Impact 11:47 Collective Healing and Empowerment 14:27 Navigating Helplessness in Activism 17:51 The Role of Guilt in Activism 20:51 Instrumentalizing Trauma in Movements 33:12 Instrumentalizing Trauma: A Double-Edged Sword 36:06 Self-Silencing and Its Psychological Impact 41:40 Gaslighting and Collective Trauma 44:54 Healing-Informed Activism: A New Approach 58:22 Compassion and Curiosity in Activism AllFree https://sites.libsyn.com/566505 <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/36391165/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/88AA3C/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/item/36391165