63. How Childhood Trauma Shapes Your Kids (and What You Can Do About It) with HEATHER HUGHES

64. Motherhood, Postpartum Depression & Emotional Healing with MIYA MARTIN

This is The Energy to Heal, your resource for all things Splankna, the faith-based inner healing modality that will help you achieve emotional freedom. In this episode, Laura Milliken welcomes Miya Martin, a Master's Certified Splankna Practitioner, to share her remarkable journey from personal brokenness to emotional freedom through Christ-centered inner healing. Together, Laura and Miya explore one of the most fascinating areas of emotional health: womb work and prenatal experiences. They discuss how experiences before birth and during early childhood can influence our emotional patterns later in life, and how God can bring restoration to places we don't consciously remember. Miya also shares her own story of walking through postpartum depression, discovering Splankna, and watching the Lord use her greatest struggles to shape her calling. Throughout the conversation, she explains how creativity, neuroplasticity, and faith work together to help renew the mind and support emotional freedom. In this episode, they discuss: * What womb work is and why it matters * Prenatal and early childhood experiences through a Splankna lens * Miya's journey through postpartum depression * The role of creativity in renewing neural pathway * Practical encouragement for parents wanting to help their children thrive * How the Lord uses our greatest weaknesses to reveal His strength Whether you're a parent, practitioner, or someone seeking greater emotional freedom, this episode offers hope that God can restore even the earliest places of hurt. 🎟️ Want To Become a Practitioner? You don't need a background in any certain field to be trained! Use promo code: PODCAST when you register for training to get a discount on your training cost at Splankna.com. (This discount is only applicable for the CORE training.) 🌟 About the Host – Laura Milliken Laura Milliken is the host of The Energy to Heal and a Master's Certified Splankna Practitioner. She is a registered nurse, a mom of five, and a passionate advocate for emotional freedom, healthy relationships, and faith-based personal growth. 👉 Learn more about Laura, Splankna and all things podcast here: www.LauraMilliken.com [http://www.LauraMilliken.com] You can also find Laura's featured practitioners on her website—trusted Master's Certified practitioners she knows and confidently refers others to. 📧 TheEnergyToHeal@gmail.com 🤍 Support the Podcast on Patreon Up until this point, Laura has carried the majority of the costs of producing this podcast on her own—and that is no longer financially sustainable. If this podcast has encouraged you, helped you grow, or supported you in your journey, your support would mean the world. Join the community here: 👉 https://www.patreon.com/c/LauraMilliken [https://www.patreon.com/c/LauraMilliken] As a Patreon member, you'll receive: * Behind-the-scenes content * The opportunity to vote on future podcast topics 🎙️ About the Guest – Miya Martin Miya Martin is a Master's Certified Splankna Practitioner who is passionate about helping people discover emotional freedom through a Christ-centered approach to trauma recovery and personal growth. After experiencing profound transformation in her own life—including freedom from postpartum depression—Miya now helps others explore the connection between emotional wounds, prenatal experiences, creativity, and renewed thinking. She has a special interest in womb work, neuroplasticity, and partnering with God to bring restoration to the deepest places of the heart. All her contact info is found at LauraMilliken.com ▶️ The Energy to Heal is on YouTube! Please show your support for this mission by subscribing, rating the show, and commenting on whatever platform you hear it on! Watch the playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIhcKzqnllgmJX7HH9Qyr9CnRMUTKU-oR [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIhcKzqnllgmJX7HH9Qyr9CnRMUTKU-oR] ⚠️ Disclaimer The Splankna protocol is a unique, faith-based modality, and individual experiences will vary. While many people report breakthrough and emotional freedom, we cannot guarantee specific outcomes or timelines. Some individuals experience change quickly, while others notice gradual shifts over time. This modality is not a substitute for professional medical or psychiatric treatment. Always consult with your healthcare provider for any medical or mental health concerns. By engaging with this content, you acknowledge that results are personal and not assured.

63. How Childhood Trauma Shapes Your Kids (and What You Can Do About It) with HEATHER HUGHES

This is The Energy to Heal, your resource for all things Splankna, the faith-based inner healing modality that will help you achieve emotional freedom. In this episode, Laura Milliken welcomes Heather Hughes, co-founder of Splankna and a Master Trainer who has spent more than two decades helping individuals and families find emotional freedom through Christ-centered trauma work. If you've ever wondered why your child seems to overreact, struggles with anxiety, has frequent meltdowns, or repeats the same difficult behaviors despite your best parenting efforts, this episode offers a refreshing perspective. Heather shares how childhood experiences shape the beliefs children carry about themselves, God, and the world around them—and how those beliefs often continue into adulthood if left unaddressed. Together, Laura and Heather discuss how understanding emotional wounds can transform the way we parent, replacing frustration with compassion and helping parents build stronger, healthier relationships with their children. In this episode you'll learn: * Why children's behaviors often reveal deeper emotional needs * Common childhood wounds that shape adult relationships * How trauma influences emotional development * Why trust is the foundation of healthy parenting * The balance between grace, structure, and accountability * Practical ways to foster emotional resilience in your children * Why you don't have to be a perfect parent to raise emotionally healthy kids Whether you're parenting toddlers, teenagers, or simply wanting to understand your own childhood more deeply, this episode will equip you with practical tools and hope for breaking unhealthy family patterns. 🎟️ Want To Become a Practitioner? You don't need a background in any certain field to be trained! Use promo code: PODCAST when you register for training to get a discount on your training cost at Splankna.com. (This discount is only applicable for the CORE training.) 🌟 About the Host – Laura Milliken Laura Milliken is the host of The Energy to Heal and a Master's Certified Splankna Practitioner. She is a registered nurse, a mom of five, and a passionate advocate for emotional freedom, healthy relationships, and faith-based personal growth. 👉 Learn more about Laura, Splankna and all things podcast here: www.LauraMilliken.com [http://www.LauraMilliken.com] You can also find Laura's featured practitioners on her website—trusted Master's Certified practitioners she knows and confidently refers others to. 📧 TheEnergyToHeal@gmail.com 🤍 Support the Podcast on Patreon Up until this point, Laura has carried the majority of the costs of producing this podcast on her own—and that is no longer financially sustainable. If this podcast has encouraged you, helped you grow, or supported you in your journey, your support would mean the world. Join the community: 👉 https://www.patreon.com/c/LauraMilliken [https://www.patreon.com/c/LauraMilliken] As a Patreon member, you'll receive: * Behind-the-scenes content * The opportunity to vote on future podcast topics 🎙️ About the Guest – Heather Hughes Heather Hughes is the co-founder of Splankna and has served as a practitioner, trainer, and leader within the Splankna community for more than 20 years. She has helped shape the protocol alongside founder Sarah J. Thiessen and has trained practitioners around the world in this Christ-centered approach to emotional freedom. Heather is passionate about helping families understand the connection between childhood experiences, emotional regulation, and healthy relationships. Her practical wisdom, biblical perspective, and decades of experience have impacted thousands of practitioners and clients alike. ▶️ The Energy to Heal is on YouTube! Please show your support for this mission by subscribing, rating the show, and commenting on whatever platform you hear it on! Watch the podcast playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIhcKzqnllgmJX7HH9Qyr9CnRMUTKU-oR [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIhcKzqnllgmJX7HH9Qyr9CnRMUTKU-oR]

62. *Reiki vs. Splankna: What's the Difference? with SARAH THIESSEN

This is The Energy to Heal, your resource for all things Splankna, the faith-based inner healing modality that will help you achieve emotional freedom. In this episode, Laura Milliken sits down with Sarah J. Thiessen, founder of Splankna, to tackle one of the most frequently asked questions in the Christian emotional healing space: What exactly is Reiki? Many Christians have heard conflicting opinions about Reiki. Some view it as a harmless wellness practice, while others believe it has spiritual implications that deserve careful consideration. In this candid conversation, Laura and Sarah take a thoughtful look at Reiki's history, origins, core beliefs, and how it compares to Splankna. Together they discuss: * What Reiki is and where it originated * The foundational beliefs behind Reiki practice * Whether Reiki and Splankna are the same thing * Why people often confuse the two modalities * The role of spiritual authority in Christian emotional healing * How to evaluate healing practices through a biblical lens * Common misconceptions about Splankna and energy psychology * Questions Christians should ask when considering any healing modality Sarah brings decades of experience studying emotional healing, trauma, theology, and spiritual formation to this important discussion. Whether you're curious about Reiki, concerned about New Age influences, or simply trying to better understand what makes Splankna distinct, this episode offers a thoughtful framework for evaluating these topics through a Christian worldview. 🎟️ Want To Become a Practitioner? You don't need a background in any certain field to be trained! Use promo code: PODCAST when you register for training to get a discount on your training cost at Splankna.com (This discount is only applicable for the CORE training.) 🌟 About the Host – Laura Milliken Laura Milliken is the host of The Energy to Heal and a Master's Certified Splankna Practitioner. She is a registered nurse, a mom of five, and a passionate advocate for emotional freedom, healthy relationships, and faith-based personal growth. 👉 Learn more about Laura, Splankna and all things podcast here: www.LauraMilliken.com [http://www.LauraMilliken.com] You can also find Laura's featured practitioners on her website — trusted Master's Certified practitioners she knows and confidently refers others to. 📧 TheEnergyToHeal@gmail.com [TheEnergyToHeal@gmail.com] 🤍 Support the Podcast on Patreon If this podcast has encouraged you, helped you grow, or supported you in your journey, your support would mean the world. Join the community here: 👉 https://www.patreon.com/c/LauraMilliken [https://www.patreon.com/c/LauraMilliken] As a Patreon member, you'll receive: * behind-the-scenes content * the ability to vote on future episode topics 🎙️ About the Guest – Sarah J. Thiessen Sarah J. Thiessen is the founder of Splankna and one of the pioneers in the integration of faith-based emotional healing, trauma work, and energy psychology. After experiencing profound personal transformation through these techniques, Sarah spent years researching, developing, and refining what would eventually become the Splankna protocol. Today, thousands of practitioners around the world have been trained in Splankna, helping individuals address trauma, anxiety, fear, grief, emotional dysregulation, and other challenges through a Christ-centered approach. Sarah is passionate about helping believers understand their authority in Christ and experience emotional freedom while remaining grounded in biblical truth. Her work continues to influence practitioners, pastors, counselors, and individuals seeking deeper freedom and wholeness. ▶️ The Energy to Heal is on YouTube! Please show your support for this mission by subscribing, rating the show, and commenting on whatever platform you hear it on! Here's the playlist: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIhcKzqnllgmJX7HH9Qyr9CnRMUTKU-oR [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIhcKzqnllgmJX7HH9Qyr9CnRMUTKU-oR] ⚠️ Disclaimer The Splankna protocol is a unique, faith-based modality, and individual experiences will vary. While many people report breakthrough and emotional freedom, we cannot guarantee specific outcomes or timelines. Some individuals experience change quickly, while others notice gradual shifts over time. This modality is not a substitute for professional medical or psychiatric treatment. Always consult with your healthcare provider for any medical or mental health concerns. By engaging with this content, you acknowledge that results are personal and not assured.

61. The Unexpected Power of Family Healing Through Spiritual and Emotional Breakthroughs w/ LISA BRIGHT

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-67d2492f-1ba4-8007-981c-8ca80af7b8f5-0" data-turn-id-container= "request-67d2492f-1ba4-8007-981c-8ca80af7b8f5-0" data-testid= "conversation-turn-268" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn= "assistant"> This is The Energy to Heal, your resource for all things Splankna, the faith-based inner healing modality that will help you achieve emotional freedom. In this episode, Laura Milliken welcomes Lisa Bright for a powerful conversation about family healing, generational strongholds, and the authority believers have in Christ to bring lasting change to their family lines. Many families find themselves trapped in repeating cycles of anger, addiction, fear, broken relationships, and emotional pain. In this episode, Lisa shares how God used Splankna, prayer, and biblical truth to help her address patterns that had impacted her own family for generations. Together, Laura and Lisa explore: * What generational strongholds can look like in real life * How emotional patterns can be passed down through family systems * The role of prayer and spiritual authority in breaking unhealthy cycles * Stories of restored relationships and transformed family dynamics * Why freedom is possible even when problems seem deeply rooted * How parents and grandparents can begin changing the trajectory of future generations Lisa also shares personal stories from her own journey, including how the Lord helped her navigate inherited anger, health challenges, and family brokenness. Her testimony is a powerful reminder that no family is beyond redemption and that lasting transformation is possible when we partner with God in the process. If you've ever looked at your family and wondered, "How do we stop repeating the same patterns?" this episode is for you. 🎟️ Want To Become a Practitioner? You don't need a background in any certain field to be trained! Use promo code: PODCAST when you register for training to get a discount on your training cost at Splankna.com (This discount is only applicable for the CORE training.) 🌟 About the Host – Laura Milliken Laura Milliken is the host of The Energy to Heal and a Master's Certified Splankna Practitioner. She is a registered nurse, a mom of five, and a passionate advocate for emotional freedom, healthy relationships, and faith-based personal growth. 👉 Learn more about Laura, Splankna and all things podcast here: www.LauraMilliken.com [http://www.LauraMilliken.com] You can also find Laura's featured practitioners on her website — trusted Master's Certified practitioners she knows and confidently refers others to. 📧 TheEnergyToHeal@gmail.com 🤍 Support the Podcast on Patreon Up until this point, Laura has carried the majority of the costs of producing this podcast on her own — and that is no longer financially sustainable. If this podcast has encouraged you, helped you grow, or supported you in your journey, your support would mean the world. Join the community here: 👉 https://www.patreon.com/c/LauraMilliken [https://www.patreon.com/c/LauraMilliken] As a Patreon member, you'll receive: * behind-the-scenes content * the ability to vote on future episode topics 🎙️ About the Guest – Lisa Bright Lisa Bright is a Master's Certified Splankna Practitioner with years of experience helping individuals and families find freedom from emotional pain, trauma, and unhealthy generational patterns. She is passionate about helping people understand their identity and authority in Christ while equipping them with practical tools to walk in emotional freedom. Lisa has witnessed firsthand the impact that prayer, faith, and addressing root issues can have on individuals, marriages, and entire family systems. She offers virtual sessions and works with clients from a Christ-centered perspective, helping them navigate trauma, family challenges, and personal growth. Her contact information is at LauraMilliken.com [https://www.lauramilliken.com] ▶️ The Energy to Heal is on YouTube! Please show your support for this mission by subscribing, rating the show, and commenting on whatever platform you hear it on! Here's the playlist: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIhcKzqnllgmJX7HH9Qyr9CnRMUTKU-oR [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIhcKzqnllgmJX7HH9Qyr9CnRMUTKU-oR] ⚠️ Disclaimer The Splankna protocol is a unique, faith-based modality, and individual experiences will vary. While many people report breakthrough and emotional freedom, we cannot guarantee specific outcomes or timelines. Some individuals experience change quickly, while others notice gradual shifts over time. This modality is not a substitute for professional medical or psychiatric treatment. Always consult with your healthcare provider for any medical or mental health concerns. By engaging with this content, you acknowledge that results are personal and not assured

60. * Thinking About Splankna Training? (Or Newly Trained?) Listen to This First ⭐ with KERI LARNED

This is The Energy to Heal, your resource for all things Splankna, the faith-based inner healing modality that will help you achieve emotional freedom. In this episode, Laura Milliken sits down with Keri Larned, a Master's Certified Splankna Practitioner and one of Laura's featured practitioners, to share Keri's remarkable journey into the world of Splankna and the healing that changed the trajectory of her life. Before becoming a practitioner herself, Keri experienced a physical struggle that lasted seven long years. Through her own encounter with Splankna and the power of prayer, the Lord brought breakthrough in a way that deeply shaped her faith and calling. Today, Keri serves others through virtual sessions and carries a special heart for new trainees and recently trained practitioners. In this episode, Laura and Keri have an honest conversation about what it really feels like to step into this work for the first time. They discuss: * Keri's personal journey into Splankna * The physical issue that persisted for years before breakthrough came * How God used that experience to shape her calling * The overwhelm and self-doubt many new trainees experience * Why it's normal to feel like you have no idea what you're doing at first * Practical encouragement for making the most of training * How to stay the course and avoid giving up early Whether you're considering training, recently completed CORE, or are quietly wondering if you're "cut out" for this work, this episode is packed with reassurance and wisdom from someone who has been exactly where you are. 🎟️ Want To Become a Practitioner? You don't need a background in any certain field to be trained! Use promo code: PODCAST when you register for training to get a discount on your training cost at Splankna.com (This discount is only applicable for the CORE training.) 🌟 About the Host – Laura Milliken Laura Milliken is the host of The Energy to Heal and a Master's Certified Splankna Practitioner. She is a registered nurse, a mom of five, and a passionate advocate for emotional freedom, healthy relationships, and faith-based personal growth. 👉 Learn more about Laura, Splankna and all things podcast here: www.LauraMilliken.com [http://www.LauraMilliken.com] You can also find Laura's featured practitioners on her website — trusted Master's Certified practitioners she knows and confidently refers others to, including Keri. 📧 TheEnergyToHeal@gmail.com 🤍 Support the Podcast on Patreon If this podcast has encouraged you, helped you grow, or supported you in your journey, please consider supporting us at $5 or $20 per month via Patreon. Join the community here: 👉 https://www.patreon.com/c/LauraMilliken [https://www.patreon.com/c/LauraMilliken] As a Patreon member, you'll receive: * behind-the-scenes content * the ability to vote on future episode topics 🎙️ About the Guest – Keri Larned Keri Larned is a Master's Certified Splankna Practitioner based in California and one of Laura's featured practitioners. She offers virtual Zoom sessions and has spent the last several years helping clients experience emotional freedom and deeper connection with Christ through prayer-centered work. Keri has a strong belief in the power of prayer and a deep compassion for those navigating difficult emotional and physical struggles. After personally experiencing profound change through Splankna, she felt called to become a practitioner herself and now has a special heart for supporting new trainees as they step into this work. She understands firsthand how intimidating training can feel and loves helping practitioners build confidence, trust the process, and continue growing. To learn more or connect with Keri, visit: 👉 www.LauraMilliken.com [http://www.LauraMilliken.com] Website: encounter-coaching.com [https://encounter-coaching.com] ▶️ The Energy to Heal is on YouTube! Please show your support for this mission by subscribing, rating the show, and commenting on whatever platform you hear it on! Here's the playlist: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIhcKzqnllgmJX7HH9Qyr9CnRMUTKU-oR [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIhcKzqnllgmJX7HH9Qyr9CnRMUTKU-oR] ⚠️ Disclaimer The Splankna protocol is a unique, faith-based modality, and individual experiences will vary. While many people report breakthrough and emotional freedom, we cannot guarantee specific outcomes or timelines. Some individuals experience change quickly, while others notice gradual shifts over time. This modality is not a substitute for professional medical or psychiatric treatment. Always consult with your healthcare provider for any medical or mental health concerns. By engaging with this content, you acknowledge that results are personal and not assured.