1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 If this episode resonates with you, take a moment to like, follow, and subscribe to the podcast. When you do, it helps others find these conversations—and gives you access to the&amp;nbsp;resource library, including reflection journals and tools designed to help you go deeper in your healing journey. As we close the&amp;nbsp;Held Together: Healing Childhood Trauma series, we end with something hopeful: The possibility that healing does not just bring relief… Sometimes, healing brings transformation. In this bonus and final episode, we explore the concept of post-traumatic growth—what it means to not only survive trauma, but to experience meaningful growth through the healing process. This episode is not about pretending trauma was good or minimizing pain. It is about understanding that while trauma wounds us, healing can shape us into people who are more aware, more grounded, more compassionate, and more resilient than before. In this episode, we discuss: • What post-traumatic growth is—and what it is not • How healing changes the brain and nervous system through neuroplasticity • Why growth does not erase grief • How to hold both pain and progress at the same time • Practical tools to support continued healing and emotional growth • How God can bring purpose from pain without ever calling the pain good We also reflect on the stories of Joseph and David to explore how Scripture shows us that God does not waste pain—even when healing takes time. If you have ever wondered whether something beautiful can come from your healing journey… This episode is for you. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health treatment. Listening to this podcast does not establish a therapeutic relationship. The content shared is not intended to diagnose, treat, or provide individualized psychological care. If you are experiencing significant emotional distress or mental health concerns, please seek support from a licensed mental health professional or qualified healthcare provider. &amp;nbsp; Restored: Where Psychology Meets Grace https://www.greater-things.com <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/40935265/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/40935265