Episode 9: Steeping in Healing: Trauma, Faith, and Identity with Lewis Johnson. In this engaging conversation, Tahirah Gaillard and Lewis Johnson explore the complexities of trauma, healing, and the importance of mental health, particularly within the black community and LGBTQIA+ individuals. Lewis shares his personal journey into therapy, the significance of trauma therapy, and the impact of racial and religious trauma. They discuss how to support loved ones experiencing trauma and the importance of self-affirmation and healing. The conversation emphasizes that healing is a continuous journey and that individuals do not have to navigate it alone. Takeaways Healing is a continuous journey that requires patience and time. Trauma can be passed down through generations and has a profound impact on our bodies. Listening without preparing to respond is crucial in supporting others. It's essential to find a therapist with whom you feel a connection for effective healing. Acknowledging the need for help is the first step in the healing process. Racial and identity-based trauma can be challenging, but it is navigable with support. Religious trauma can impact one's beliefs and identity significantly. Self-affirmation is vital; reminding oneself that they are enough is a powerful act of self-empowerment. Creating safe spaces for healing is essential in therapy. Healing requires both emotional and spiritual integration. Navigating the Murky Waters of the Healing Journey of Trauma and Recovery "You are thriving." "I want to heal." "I am enough." Want to connect IG: ⁠⁠⁠@teatime_4⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠tahirah_at_thewell⁠⁠ email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠teatimetahirah@gmail.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ text: 484.442.0554 Get the journal pages: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://direct.me/teatimetahirah⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠