Welcome to 'She Speaks,' your sanctuary for women's wisdom where we celebrate, connect, and uplift each other. In this episode, hosted by Char Wilson of Wilson Phoenix Wellness, we delve into a heartfelt conversation with Sandra Jarvis, a Trauma Recovery Coach. Sandra shares her powerful journey of overcoming significant life challenges, including a cancer diagnosis, a transgender child revelation, a husband's addiction, and a life-threatening accident. With thousands of hours of surgeries and physical therapy, Sandra’s story is a testament to resilience, self-love, and the power of choice. Join us as we explore how to navigate traumatic experiences, embrace our true selves, and transform from surviving to thriving. Tune in for empowering insights and practical steps to help you live an empowered life of balance, joy, and fulfillment.

IN THIS EPISODE: Three powerful lessons from Sandra's journey of healing and transformation:

1. The Power of Choice in Shaping Your Life - While life's challenges are often beyond our control, our response to them isn't. Sandra reveals how intentionally choosing our actions and emotions—not necessarily the easiest or most positive ones—transforms victimhood into empowerment. This mindset shift enables forward movement, even amid overwhelming adversity.
2. Trusting Yourself is Key to Healing - After trauma, reconnecting with our innate self-trust becomes crucial. Sandra shows how making conscious, intentional choices in everyday moments rebuilds this trust. Learn how aligning your actions with your true needs creates a foundation for deep healing and personal growth.
3. Self-Acceptance Opens Doors to Growth - Embracing your inherent perfection isn't about staying static—it's about recognizing you already possess everything needed to create the life you desire. Discover how self-compassion and authentic self-worth can free you from societal pressures and self-imposed limitations.

FREE RESOURCE
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CONNECT WITH SANDRA
Want to dive deeper into Sandra's story? Her book "Severed: A Memoir of Hope and Healing" offers an intimate look at her journey, and you can follow her inspiring daily insights on Instagram @offhandinspiration.

00:00 Introduction to She Speaks
00:27 Meet Your Host, Char Wilson
01:05 Introducing Sandra Jarvis
02:00 Sandra's Life-Altering Challenges
04:23 Navigating Trauma and Recovery
05:32 The Power of Choice and Resilience
07:27 Understanding Trauma Responses
11:30 The Role of Belief in Healing
20:24 Self-Trust and Overcoming Burnout
34:59 Practical Steps for Intentional Living
41:36 Conclusion and Final Thoughts