In this episode of 'You Make It Happen,' the host welcomes Lisa Cooper Ellison, a trauma-informed writing coach and podcast host of 'Writing Your Resilience.' Lisa shares her personal journey of overcoming significant trauma, including intergenerational issues and her brother's suicide. She details her background in counseling and how it led her to combine mental health work with writing. The episode explores what it means to be trauma-informed, the importance of understanding and making meaning from trauma, and Lisa's approach to helping clients heal through writing. The conversation also touches on modalities for healing trauma, the role of travel in healing, and the significance of recognizing and addressing shame. The episode emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and persistence in the ongoing journey of healing.

Lisa Ellison Writer, Editor, and Coach

Website: www.lisacooperellison.com

Writing Your Resilience Podcast

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Instagram: @lisacooperellison

YouTube: @lisacooperellison

Navigating Relationship Challenges with Intention and HealingIn this episode of 'You Make It Happen' podcast, Missy interviews relationship coach Matt about his journey into relationship coaching and his personal healing path. Matt shares his background of growing up in a loving household, the struggles he faced in his marriage, and how he discovered the importance of intentional effort and nonviolent communication in relationships. The conversation delves into the significance of healing, self-awareness, and maintaining healthy relationships. Matt also discusses his coaching practices, personal development, and the importance of validating and understanding emotional needs in both children and adults.

Book recommendations include 'Good Inside' by Dr. Becky Kennedy and 'Conscious Parenting' by Dr.Shefali.

Bio: Matt Marquez is the founder of Grow More Joy Relationship Coaching, and he helps married couples learn how to rely on eachother.

IG: @growingmorejoy

FB: @growingmorejoy

Website: growmorejoy.com

Freebie: 3 reasons why loving marriages still feel hard (and what to do about it TODAY)

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:21 Matt's Background and Early Relationship

00:55 Marriage Realities and Struggles

02:05 Discovering Nonviolent Communication

02:42 Journey to Relationship Coaching

03:35 Healing Path and Personal Growth

05:28 Parenting and Personal Development

08:06 Understanding and Validating Emotions

15:35 Challenges in Adult Relationships

18:42 Emotional Regulation and Coping Mechanisms

26:25 Processing Emotions Physically

27:01 Social Constraints on Emotional Expression

28:23 Gender Differences in Emotional Expression

30:30 Travel and Healing

31:34 Coaching Experience Overview

35:31 Quick Quiz Question Round

43:01 Final Thoughts and Farewell

Bonus part 2!