“Though He slay me, yet will I trust Him.” — Job 13:15
What does healing look like for the healer?
Today’s Beyond the Mic Newsletter, spotlight “Understanding Trauma: A Path to Recovery with Terry deAragon from the All One Nurse podcast episode. Terry deAragon, RN, didn’t just become a nurse, she became a guide for others walking through trauma. Her path, marked by personal loss, spiritual growth, and professional evolution, led her to specialize in trauma recovery and nurse coaching. Her nursing journey wasn’t linear, it was shaped by personal pain, resilience, and a calling to help others heal. We explore the intersections of personal healing, professional growth, and the power of self-awareness in healthcare.
Terry reminds us that trauma isn’t always loud or catastrophic. Sometimes, it’s quiet, lingering, and unspoken. And yet, it shapes how we show up, in relationships, healthcare, and healing. She shares how her own experiences with trauma, divorce, and faith shaped her approach to healing and leadership.
Key Takeaways
- Trauma is universal: everyone has a story worth honoring.
- Faith matters: Terry shares how spiritual grounding helped her rebuild after divorce and loss.
- Healing is layered: Recovery involves emotional, physical, and spiritual integration.
- Self-awareness is essential: Nurses must confront their biases to support others.
- Community heals: Safe relationships are central to trauma recovery.
Understanding Trauma Recovery
Trauma recovery, as Terry describes it, is the process of reclaiming safety, identity, and connection after a disruptive or painful experience. It’s not linear–but it is transformative. It’s not about “getting over” something—it’s about integrating the experience, reclaiming agency, and learning to feel safe again. Recovery looks like:
- Naming the trauma and its impact
- Reconnecting with the body and emotions
- Building trust in relationships
- Cultivating spiritual and psychological safety
Her insights offer a roadmap for nurses and caregivers navigating their healing while supporting others.
Terry’s work with Awaken the Lioness Spirit, a nonprofit focused on trauma recovery, is a testament to the power of vulnerability and purpose. She challenges us to see trauma not as a life sentence, but as a doorway to growth.
Are you willing to self-reflect and work on recovering from your traumas?
Tune in today and connect with Terry deAragon! Take a deep dive into understanding trauma to become a better version of yourself. One crucial lesson I, Shenell, have learned from this episode is that each of us has different life experiences, some of which can be pretty difficult. Some of these experiences are still unfolding. Regardless of what we have gone through or what we will face in the future, we are not exempt from trauma; we are all just a phone call away from it. The key question is whether we will take the responsibility to reflect and the accountability to forgive and heal.
Ready to hear Terry’s whole story? Tune in to this episode of All One Nurse and discover how healing begins with awareness and flourishes in community.
🎧 Listen to the Full Episode
🟣Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/understanding-trauma-a-path-to-recovery-with/id1755700754?i=1000674852647
🟢Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/episode/3wRo6Ur5s1J5BvgRhw9KEi?si=eSGsOkDASw-NIdinXv_F9g
🔴YouTube → https://youtu.be/awpDFdaKfqY?si=ftAE0DAEP5Rp1si7
Meet Terry deAragon, RN
Terry DeAragon, RN, is a holistic healthcare advocate, entrepreneur, coach, and mentor. Through her Awaken the Lioness Foundation, she empowers imprisoned women to reintegrate into society with integrity, dignity, and hope. She is truly a gem in healthcare and beyond.
? Connect with Terry
🌐 Website: Visit https://www.awakenyourlioness.com/ to learn more about her foundation.
📧 Email: terry@awakenyourlioness.com
📱Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awakenyourlioness/
💡TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@awakenyourlionessspirit
📘Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lionessterry
Check out the Uraveled and Uprising Podcast featuring Terry deAragon as a cohost ➡️https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unraveled-and-rising-podcast/id1818185742
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