The Gifts of Trauma

A weekly podcast that features personal stories of trauma healing, transformation, and the gifts revealed on the path to authenticity.

Join us to hear our guests share their experiences of living with the tension of trauma, and what happened when they turned inward with compassionate curiosity. These highly relatable stories illustrate how they released their triggers and transformed their trauma generated fear, anger, pain or shame into understanding, acceptance and love.

The Gifts of Trauma

A weekly podcast that features personal stories of trauma healing, transformation, and the gifts revealed on the path to authenticity.

Join us to hear our guests share their experiences of living with the tension of trauma, and what happened when they turned inward with compassionate curiosity. These highly relatable stories illustrate how they released their triggers and transformed their trauma generated fear, anger, pain or shame into understanding, acceptance and love.

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All Episodes

Welcome to the Gifts of Trauma Podcast, stories of transformation and healing through Compassionate Inquiry®. 

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Episode 12 – Compassion in Medicine with Dr Aisling Quiery
Episode 12 – Compassion in Medicine with Dr Aisling Quiery Leave a Comment /  By The Gifts of Trauma / Listen this episode here: Imagine a world where healing goes beyond treating symptoms; a world where healthcare practitioners address the root causes of their patients’ issues. Dr Aisling Quiery’s story brings this vision […]

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Episode 11 – Choosing a Life of Love with Jordan Decker
Jordan brings love and hope to a world yearning for acceptance and authenticity. His courageous exploration of the power of self-love, invites us to unlock the depths of our own hearts and embrace our true selves. Most importantly, he reminds us that choosing love is not just possible; it’s the key to both joy and resilience.

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Episode 10 – Compassionate Inquiry® Training: The Origin Story
Episode 10 – Compassionate Inquiry® Training: The Origin Story with Sat Dharam Kaur Leave a Comment /  By The Gifts of Trauma / Listen this episode here: In 2009, a 504 page book became the catalyst for an extraordinary partnership. Its words not only validated years of experience, but resonated deeply with Sat […]

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Episode 09 – Expanding Masculinity : From Adrenaline to Authenticity with Steve Borloz
Episode 09 – Expanding Masculinity : From Adrenaline to Authenticity with Steve Borloz Leave a Comment /  By The Gifts of Trauma / Listen this episode here: Steve’s story demonstrates the transformative power of radical change as he shares how he risked all to shed false identities, confront his inner demons, and embrace […]
Sheila Tyacke (Siri Dharma)

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Episode 08 – Truth, Justice & the Healing Power of Grief with Siri Dharma 
Episode 08 – Truth, Justice & the Healing Power of Grief with Siri Dharma Leave a Comment /  By The Gifts of Trauma / Listen this episode here: Imagine a world where your deepest emotions are not just acknowledged, but embraced as catalysts for growth. Siri Dharma combines the wisdom of mindfulness with […]

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Episode 07 – Finding Grace and Forgiveness in Connection with Warren McCaig
Episode 07 – Finding Grace and Forgiveness in Connection with Warren McCaig Leave a Comment /  By The Gifts of Trauma / Listen this episode here: Warren’s story of overcoming deep-rooted shame, loneliness and isolation highlights our universal human needs for acceptance and connection. His personal journey demonstrates the profound impact of his […]

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Episode 06 – Religious Trauma, Addiction and Recovery with Joakim Le Bolloch Appell
Episode 06 – Religious Trauma, Addiction and Recovery with Joakim Le Bolloch Appell Leave a Comment /  By The Gifts of Trauma / Listen this episode here: Growing up in a highly controlled Jehovah’s Witness religious environment, ever-present fear and judgment shaped Joakim’s early life. At home, his father was an intravenous drug […]

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Episode 05 – Reflecting on the Traumas of Northern Ireland’s Troubles with Stephen Brown 
Episode 05 – Reflecting on the Traumas of Northern Ireland’s Troubles with Stephen Brown  Leave a Comment /  By The Gifts of Trauma / Listen this episode here: Have you been impacted by a complex and turbulent environment? Are you seeking deeper understanding, healing and growth from those experiences? Look no further than […]

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Episode 04 – Unlocking Deep Connections Through Compassion with Priya Duggal
Episode 04 – Unlocking Deep Connections Through Compassion with Priya Duggal Leave a Comment /  By The Gifts of Trauma / Listen this episode here: In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to feel disconnected – from ourselves and from others. But for Priya Duggal, fostering profound connections is the heart of her holistic […]

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Episode 03 – Masculinity, Porn Addiction & True Intimacy with Luke Sniewski
Episode 03 – Masculinity, Porn Addiction & True Intimacy with Luke Sniewski Leave a Comment /  By The Gifts of Trauma / Listen this episode here: Are you tired of living life on autopilot, disconnected from the present moment? Imagine waking up each day feeling grounded, centered, and truly alive. Through his unique […]

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Episode 02 – Exposing the Memories, Stories and Beliefs that Drive Our Behavior with Rhonda Nelson
Episode 02 – Exposing the Memories, Stories and Beliefs that Drive Our Behavior with Rhonda Nelson Leave a Comment /  By The Gifts of Trauma / Listen this episode here: If you feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, or yearn for a deeper sense of purpose and fulfillment, Rhonda’s transformative […]

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Podcast Inspiration & Origin Story: A Conversation with Dr Gabor Maté
“Nobody should believe that they are damaged goods or beyond healing…  there’s nothing wrong with you fundamentally. Everything you feel or believe is wrong with you is actually a response to life experiences and the wounds that you carry can be healed.”  These words from renowned trauma expert Gabor Maté conclude a profound and enlightening discussion. For over 25 years, Gabor has been on a mission to educate the world about the profound impact of trauma. From his roots as a medical doctor to his work with addicts in Vancouver’s Downtown East Side, his journey has been one of unwavering dedication to understanding and healing the wounds of the human experience. In this exclusive interview, you’ll have a front-row seat as Gabor shares his unique perspective, honed through decades of hands-on experience and tireless research. Discover the wisdom that has captivated audiences around the globe, from sold-out conferences in London to intimate gatherings of therapists seeking to deepen their practice.

CI Podcast Hosts

Rosemary Davies-Janes
Natural Healing Therapist / Authentic Freedom Facilitator, Podcast Manager / Host

Introduced to podcasting in 2002, Rosemary fell in love with its ability to stream wisdom and insights to a global audience. From 02-06 she produced 150+ shows interviewing a spectrum of guests including, Byron Katie, James Redfield, Gary Zukav, David Whyte, Helen LaKelly Hunt, Harville Hendrix & Michael Gerber.

For almost 25 years, Rosemary has worked in the field of Authenticity, helping clients embody authenticity personally, and professionally, via authentic brands. Prior work applied her fine art and psychology training in marketing. After extensive agency work in advertising and branding, she led marketing departments for the Canadian divisions of Toys “R” Us® and Staples®.

In 2021, after discovering Dr. Gabor Maté’s work through The Wisdom of Trauma movie, she dove into Compassionate Inquiry® training and completed her mentorship in 2024.

Rosemary has a global background and enjoys ‘traveling like a local.’ Born in Canada, she grew up in Australia (Geelong, VIC) went to art college in South Africa (Bloemfontein, FS) and moved from Canada to Costa Rica in 2024. She loves being in nature, creating beauty, facilitating authentic expression and mind-body-soul synergy.

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Kevin Young 
Life Coach, Compassionate Inquiry Practitioner, Podcast Host

Kevin is a truth seeker from Co. Down in Ireland. He is passionate about people, healing, happiness and encouraging compassionate connection.

Kevin is fascinated by the human condition; what are we, who are we and where are we? He is navigating a path back to wholeness and believes that the best way to do this is to “Know thyself”.
Kevin is a Compassionate inquiry facilitator, educator, circle leader and steward, and has a private practice working with individuals and organizations from all over the world. Kevin also teaches meditation and delivers immersive sound bathing experiences.
He is currently working towards his Bodhisattva vows with his local Buddhist center in Belfast.
A lover of music, poetry, conscious conversation and spiritual growth. His favorite word is ‘awe’.

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Compassionate Inquiry Profile
Professional Site

J’aime Rothbard
Women’s Transformational Coach, Podcast Producer / Host

The question I have set out to understand in my life is : How do people heal their pain?. I have lived in 4 different countries and traveled incredibly, navigating the cultural implications and nuances of this inquiry.  I have worked along a breathtaking range of environments serving people – paid and underpaid – accumulating comprehension over three decades.  

A key learning came in 2006 when I was the co-founder of a non-profit organization, advocating for survivors of domestic violence. I offered spoken word and poetry workshops in domestic violence shelters in Washington, DC. 

Witnessing women access their creativity as a tool to connect with their inner pain and speak about their lives taught me a great deal about what transformation can look like. It taught me that evolution can occur on individual and collective levels simultaneously when the right platform is created to support it. 

I continued creating messaging campaigns to educate the general public about the dynamics of intimate partner violence until I became a mother in 2013. My education and advocacy approach shifted to helping people perceive their individual health with the context of our food system and the health of our planet. My work spanned more extensive volunteering and began my foray into podcasting in 2016. 

Today I am a mother, women’s transformational coach, podcast producer and poetic storyteller. It has been an answer to a deep lifelong prayer to discover Compassionate Inquiry as a tool to help lead people to the source of their pain and, ultimately, back into themselves and their truth.

Credits

We’d like to thank our guests, Gabor Maté, Sat Dharam Kaur and the
Compassionate Inquiry® Admin Team, Marketing Team, and Podcast Team.

Please join us again next week to hear more stories of transformation and
healing through Compassionate Inquiry® on The Gifts of Trauma podcast.

Credits

We’d like to thank our guests, Gabor Maté, Sat Dharam Kaur and the Compassionate Inquiry® Admin Team, Marketing Team, and Podcast Team.

Please join us again next week to hear more stories of transformation and healing through Compassionate Inquiry® on The Gifts of Trauma podcast.

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