Episode 10: What’s Going On? Managing the Trauma of Divorce (w/ Dr. Alauna Curry)

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Divorce is a traumatic experience that shakes our beliefs about ourselves, our relationships, and our future. But with empathy, we begin to heal and rebuild, moving forward not as victims, but as empowered individuals who can redefine our lives.

In this episode with Dr. Alauna, we dive into the powerful impact of trauma, especially in the context of divorce. Dr. Alauna shares how trauma shapes our emotions, thoughts, and relationships. We explore how our brain processes emotions and the role of empathy in healing. Join us as we explore how to heal ourselves and how to create healthier relationships.

Song of the week: What’s Going On by Marvin Gaye

Topics Covered:
(00:00:00) Episode Snippet
(00:00:20) Welcome to Your nEXt Chapter Podcast
(00:01:55) What’s going on?
(00:02:30) Trauma Psychiatrist: Who is Dr. Alauna?
(00:03:57) Dr. Alauna’s definition of trauma
(00:05:37) The invisible weight of trauma
(00:11:38) Divorce is traumatizing
(00:15:35) Why we struggle with marriage
(00:23:57) Forgiveness: Healing for yourself
(00:28:23) Rethinking relationships
(00:30:49) Forgive yourself
(00:34:57) Connect with Dr. Alauna, Trauma Psychiatrist
Key Takeaways:

“Trauma is any event that causes you to negatively shift the way you think about yourself, the world, and other people.”
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About Dr. Alauna Curry
Dr. Alauna is a Trauma Psychiatrist, Speaker, Author, and Empathy Expert dedicated to an empathy-based approach to healing. She emphasizes that trauma—whether from physical abuse, sexual trauma, climate disasters, or emotional invalidation—affects the brain in similar ways. Her mission is to de-stigmatize trauma and empower individuals to self-regulate their emotions.
Connect with Dr. Alauna Curry:
Web: https://www.dralauna.com/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/dralauna/
IG https://www.instagram.com/dralauna/
Podcast: https://www.mindingyouramygdala.com/
About Your Host
Dr. Nicole is a pediatrician, the owner of a successful healthcare consulting company, a riveting keynote and TEDx speaker, and the mom of two beautiful young adult daughters. From the outside, she appeared to have it all. But in 2023 she faced the most difficult challenge of her life- ending a 28-year marriage and navigating heartbreak, deception, and loss. A recovering perfectionist and the proverbial “strong friend”, Dr. Nicole experienced a transformational journey of healing by embracing vulnerability and discovering the power of her community. Rooted in her faith, Dr. Nicole is committed to creating a safe space where other women who have experienced a “divine disruption” can heal, recover, and THRIVE!
Connect with Dr. Nicole:
Web: https://yournextchapter.co/
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