What if trauma wasn’t the end of your story but the beginning of something greater? In this powerful episode, Marion Knell, an expert on trauma care and refugee mental health, shares transformative insights on how trauma and PTSD can shatter lives—but also how, with the right tools, healing and growth are possible. Discover how to move from crisis to growth, and why understanding trauma is crucial for healing relationships.

Guest Speaker: Marion Knell

She is a renowned expert in trauma care, mental health, and refugee support. With a wealth of experience from the European Freedom Network and Refugee Highway Partnership, Marion has developed courses to equip churches and workers in supporting traumatized refugees and sustaining those on the frontlines of care. Recently, she has worked extensively with military chaplains, families, and communities affected by war, particularly in Ukraine, providing hope and tools for post-traumatic growth.

Key Takeaways:

• Understanding Trauma and PTSD: Trauma is more than a bad day—it’s a life-altering event that disrupts one's ability to cope, affecting relationships and worldviews.
• The Power of Relationships in Healing: Those with healthy relationships before trauma are often better equipped to recover. Learn why supportive networks are vital.
• Crisis as a Catalyst for Growth: Discover how trauma, while devastating, can also be a stepping stone to post-traumatic growth and a stronger future.
• Rebuilding Shattered Assumptions: Trauma challenges our core beliefs, but with the right tools and understanding, we can reconstruct a new and healthier worldview.

Have you or someone you know experienced trauma? What challenges have you faced in rebuilding your life and relationships? Share your thoughts, comments, or questions—we’d love to continue this conversation with our community.

🔔 Subscribe to our podcast for more empowering conversations about mental health, trauma healing, and relationship growth rooted in faith and resilience. Don’t miss our upcoming episodes!

What if trauma wasn’t the end of your story but the beginning of something greater? In this powerful episode, Marion Knell, an expert on trauma care and refugee mental health, shares transformative insights on how trauma and PTSD can shatter lives—but also how, with the right tools, healing and growth are possible. Discover how to move from crisis to growth, and why understanding trauma is crucial for healing relationships.

Guest Speaker: Marion Knell
Marion Knell is a renowned expert in trauma care, mental health, and refugee support. With a wealth of experience from the European Freedom Network and Refugee Highway Partnership, Marion has developed courses to equip churches and workers in supporting traumatized refugees and sustaining those on the frontlines of care. Recently, she has worked extensively with military chaplains, families, and communities affected by war, particularly in Ukraine, providing hope and tools for post-traumatic growth.

Key Takeaways:

• Understanding Trauma and PTSD: Trauma is more than a bad day—it’s a life-altering event that disrupts one's ability to cope, affecting relationships and worldviews.
• The Power of Relationships in Healing: Those with healthy relationships before trauma are often better equipped to recover. Learn why supportive networks are vital.
• Crisis as a Catalyst for Growth: Discover how trauma, while devastating, can also be a stepping stone to post-traumatic growth and a stronger future.
• Rebuilding Shattered Assumptions: Trauma challenges our core beliefs, but with the right tools and understanding, we can reconstruct a new and healthier worldview.

Have you or someone you know experienced trauma? What challenges have you faced in rebuilding your life and relationships? Share your thoughts, comments, or questions—we’d love to continue this conversation with our community.

🔔 Subscribe to our podcast for more empowering conversations about mental health, trauma healing, and relationship growth rooted in faith and resilience. Don’t miss our upcoming episodes!

Are you ready to dive into the unique challenges faced by Chinese-speaking young adults in America? Today's episode uncovers the heart of their struggles and how tailored mentorship can guide them toward healthy relationships, emotional growth, and spiritual wholeness.

We are honored to have Dr. Lu, the Director of Discipleship Resource Center at AFC, joining us! With a deep understanding of the Chinese diaspora, Dr. Lu leads a counseling center that specifically supports Chinese-speaking young adults navigating life in America. He works tirelessly to create accessible, strategic resources for immigrant churches and young people, empowering them to thrive in their faith, relationships, and mental health.

🎧 Key Takeaways:

1. The growing population of Chinese-speaking young adults in America – who they are and why they are here.
2. How counseling helps bridge cultural gaps, providing emotional and spiritual support for those far from home.
3. The unique role of Chinese immigrant churches in supporting the next generation.

Don’t miss this insightful conversation that brings hope and practical tools for anyone navigating cross-cultural relationships or looking to better support their Chinese-speaking community. Whether you're a young adult, a counselor, or a church leader, this episode will inspire and equip you!

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