"Trust After Trauma" Podcast

Calming the Chaos with Hope, Faith & Love

Episode #40- Calming the Chaos with Hope, Faith & Love In this episode, Janet Grace will help us explore how hope, faith, and love can help steady us during seasons of overwhelm, uncertainty, and emotional exhaustion. When life feels heavy and the mind becomes consumed with worry, returning to these deeper anchors can bring comfort, clarity, and a renewed sense of strength. Through heartfelt conversation and gentle tools for grounding, this episode offers encouragement for anyone longing to move from chaos into greater peace, trust, and emotional balance.   The Power of Faith, Hope & Love ✨ * Faith is believing beyond what we can currently see. “Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we cannot yet see.” Faith helps us trust that healing, growth, and new possibilities are unfolding even during uncertain times. * Hope is the quiet voice within our hearts that listens for what is still possible. Hope invites us to focus our energy on our deepest desires, dreams, and the highest vision for our lives instead of staying anchored in fear or limitation. * Love is the greatest of these because love reconnects us to our Divine nature. Love opens our hearts to compassion, healing, connection, forgiveness, and the ability to pour our highest energy into ourselves and others. * Faith gives us the strength to keep moving forward even when the path is unclear. It reminds us that setbacks do not define us and that something greater may still be unfolding. Stay connected with Grace's Place at www.GracesPlaceFoundation.org Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2469286/support] The host of the "Trust After Trauma" podcast is Janet Grace, a passionate leader who founded Grace’s Place Foundation in 2020. As a Domestic Violence advocate & teacher, she saw a deep need for long-lasting empowerment programs to help them feel a strong sense of themselves, so they never go back. She has been a servant for God since childhood, feeding the homeless in Chicago, then in Los Angeles. She has served as a team leader on numerous Mission trips around the world, including Mexico, Africa,Nepal & South America. Janet Grace is a Spiritual Life Coach, Teacher, TEDx Speaker & Author, Sacred Retreat Leader & Philanthropist as an Ambassador of Love for humanity. More at: www.GracesPlaceFoundation.org &  www.JanetGrace.Love

Beyond the Breakup, Reclaiming Your Power

Trust After Trauma- Episode #39- Beyond the Breakup, Reclaiming Your Power  In today’s episode, Vanessa explores how trust is shaped before, during, and after a breakup and the powerful role attachment styles play in relationship dynamics. Through personal insight and psychological awareness, she dives into how past experiences, emotional wounds, and attachment patterns can influence the way we communicate, connect, love, and heal. Vanessa discusses the challenges of navigating heartbreak, rebuilding self-trust, and developing healthier relationship patterns rooted in awareness, emotional safety, and growth. Vanessa Garcia is a certified life coach, digital marketing strategist, and founder of Abundance Digital Solutions, where she helps individuals and small businesses grow with purpose, authenticity, and confidence. With over two decades of experience spanning counseling, sales, marketing, and mindset coaching, Vanessa brings both professional expertise and deep personal insight to everything she does. With a BA in Psychology and multiple certifications, Vanessa blends psychology, strategy, and storytelling to help others rebuild, heal, and thrive; both personally and professionally. Her mission extends beyond business and branding; it’s about helping people reclaim their voice, strengthen their confidence, and create a life rooted in abundance, connection, and emotional wellness. Contact Info:   www.abundancedigitalsolutions.com [http://www.abundancedigitalsolutions.com/]   Vanessa@abundancedigitalsolutions.com [Vanessa@abundancedigitalsolutions.com]   (562) 480-0529 Instagram: @abundancedigitalsolutions Facebook: Personal: https://www.facebook.com/vanessa.garcia.9862/ [https://www.facebook.com/vanessa.garcia.9862/] Professional: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579241480163 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579241480163] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2469286/support] The host of the "Trust After Trauma" podcast is Janet Grace, a passionate leader who founded Grace’s Place Foundation in 2020. As a Domestic Violence advocate & teacher, she saw a deep need for long-lasting empowerment programs to help them feel a strong sense of themselves, so they never go back. She has been a servant for God since childhood, feeding the homeless in Chicago, then in Los Angeles. She has served as a team leader on numerous Mission trips around the world, including Mexico, Africa,Nepal & South America. Janet Grace is a Spiritual Life Coach, Teacher, TEDx Speaker & Author, Sacred Retreat Leader & Philanthropist as an Ambassador of Love for humanity. More at: www.GracesPlaceFoundation.org &  www.JanetGrace.Love

From Grief to Grace: A Mother’s Healing Journey

Trust After Trauma #38- From Grief to Grace: A Mother’s Healing Journey In this deeply heartfelt episode, we walk alongside a mother who experienced the unimaginable loss of her son and found herself on a path she never expected—a journey toward healing, wellness, and inner peace. Through her story, we explore how grief and love can exist together, and how even in the deepest pain, there can be moments of light, connection, and transformation. With honesty and compassion, this conversation gently reminds us that healing is not about “moving on,” but about learning to carry love in a new way. It offers hope to anyone navigating loss—that even in sorrow, there is a path forward… one that can lead, in time, to Grace. 1.Through all the challenges you’ve faced, what has helped you keep going and stay strong for your children? 2.What have you learned about yourself on this journey that you didn’t know before? 3.What are your hopes for this next chapter of your life, both for you and your family? Ruth Marquez is a devoted mother of three who has dedicated her life to caring for her children while managing a home and a four-unit apartment with strength and resilience. Despite facing ongoing health challenges and financial hardships, she continues to grow—pursuing education, exploring new opportunities, and finding creative ways to provide for her family. Her greatest success is her unwavering perseverance and the love and stability she has created for her children, even in the most difficult seasons. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2469286/support] The host of the "Trust After Trauma" podcast is Janet Grace, a passionate leader who founded Grace’s Place Foundation in 2020. As a Domestic Violence advocate & teacher, she saw a deep need for long-lasting empowerment programs to help them feel a strong sense of themselves, so they never go back. She has been a servant for God since childhood, feeding the homeless in Chicago, then in Los Angeles. She has served as a team leader on numerous Mission trips around the world, including Mexico, Africa,Nepal & South America. Janet Grace is a Spiritual Life Coach, Teacher, TEDx Speaker & Author, Sacred Retreat Leader & Philanthropist as an Ambassador of Love for humanity. More at: www.GracesPlaceFoundation.org &  www.JanetGrace.Love

Calm Body, Quiet Mind: Trust Yourself Again

Trust After Trauma- Episode #37 Calm Body, Quiet Mind: Trust Yourself Again with Julie Scott In this episode, we explore how calming the body and quieting the mind creates a safe inner space where self-trust can begin to grow again. When our nervous system is overwhelmed, it’s difficult to hear our inner voice—but through gentle practices like breathwork, stillness, and mindful awareness, we can return to a place of calm and clarity. As the noise softens, you’ll begin to reconnect with your intuition, make more grounded choices, and rebuild trust in yourself—one peaceful moment at a time.  * * How does calming the body help us reconnect with our inner voice and begin trusting ourselves again? * * What are a few simple practices we can use when the mind feels overwhelming or noisy? * *What shifts can someone expect to notice as they begin to feel more regulated and grounded within themselves?  Julie’s Bio: Julie is an Immersive Meditation Coach, Certified Hypnotherapist, and Somatic Therapist who helps women reconnect with their inner voice and trust themselves again. After leaving an unfulfilling marriage, she realized that lasting change wasn’t about trying harder, it was about calming the body and working with the subconscious patterns driving everything underneath. Now, Julie blends meditation, somatic work, and subconscious reprogramming to help women move out of overwhelm and into a state of calm, grounded clarity. Her mission is to help women come home to themselves and create change that actually lasts. Julie loves to sing in Coachella Acappella Women's Chorus and "Party of 4" Quartet in Coachella Valley. She shares her home with her partner Paul and two loving kitties, Spencer and Sidney. Stay connected to Julie Scott: Website: It's About Time Baby! ...and THIS Time It's About YOU. [https://www.itsabouttimebaby.com/] Facebook Group: Women Over 50 - It's Time to Come Home to Yourself [https://www.facebook.com/groups/itstimetocomehometoyourself] Facebook Page / Julie Scott [https://www.facebook.com/pilatesgirlsocal/] Instagram / Julie Scott [https://www.instagram.com/itsabouttimebaby_julie/] FREE Guide for your audience: Right Here, Right Now - Simple Somatic Practices to Calm Your Nervous System [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1obsg928WD-ZZF56P5DW7GMAwzyj61nO_/view?usp=drive_link] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2469286/support] The host of the "Trust After Trauma" podcast is Janet Grace, a passionate leader who founded Grace’s Place Foundation in 2020. As a Domestic Violence advocate & teacher, she saw a deep need for long-lasting empowerment programs to help them feel a strong sense of themselves, so they never go back. She has been a servant for God since childhood, feeding the homeless in Chicago, then in Los Angeles. She has served as a team leader on numerous Mission trips around the world, including Mexico, Africa,Nepal & South America. Janet Grace is a Spiritual Life Coach, Teacher, TEDx Speaker & Author, Sacred Retreat Leader & Philanthropist as an Ambassador of Love for humanity. More at: www.GracesPlaceFoundation.org &  www.JanetGrace.Love

Grow with Gratitude- A Pathway to Peace & Possibility

Trust After Trauma- Episode #36 Grow with Gratitude, A Pathway to Peace & Possibility In this episode, we explore how gratitude can gently shift your perspective from what feels heavy to what is still good, present, and possible. Growing with Gratitude is about more than saying “Thank you”—it’s a practice of noticing small moments, honoring your resilience, and allowing appreciation to soften the heart after difficult experiences. With conscious awareness of how Gratitude grows your good, you will start to strengthen your connection to what you are focusing on that is creating more Good/God in your life.  Through simple reflections and daily practices, you’ll discover how gratitude can create a sense of peace within and open the door to new possibilities, helping you move forward with hope, strength, and grace.  Here are three gentle reflection questions for the week: * What is one small moment from today that I can feel truly grateful for, and why does it matter to me? * How has my journey—both the challenges and the growth—shaped the strength I carry today? * What might shift in my life if I chose to focus more on what is present and possible, rather than what is missing?  Book recommendation: "Happy Money" by Ken Honda Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2469286/support] The host of the "Trust After Trauma" podcast is Janet Grace, a passionate leader who founded Grace’s Place Foundation in 2020. As a Domestic Violence advocate & teacher, she saw a deep need for long-lasting empowerment programs to help them feel a strong sense of themselves, so they never go back. She has been a servant for God since childhood, feeding the homeless in Chicago, then in Los Angeles. She has served as a team leader on numerous Mission trips around the world, including Mexico, Africa,Nepal & South America. Janet Grace is a Spiritual Life Coach, Teacher, TEDx Speaker & Author, Sacred Retreat Leader & Philanthropist as an Ambassador of Love for humanity. More at: www.GracesPlaceFoundation.org &  www.JanetGrace.Love