Lisa Saruga: A Journey Of Growth And Thriving After Trauma

There is a saying “What doesn’t kill you, makes you stronger”, but it that really true? Going through a life-altering trauma or suffering from many smaller traumas affects our brain and healing is possible but not promised. Our guest, Lisa Saruga, knows firsthand about the effects of trauma as a survivor and a therapist. She offers insight and practical tools for understanding, recovering, and thriving after trauma, along with her new book The Trauma Tree.

Lisa is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Teacher, Legal and Ethical Specialist, College Student Personnel Professional and Survivor. Her education, training, and experience allow her to speak from a unique perspective. Her passion in life is to provide hope and healing for victims of violent crime, as well as to advocate for legislation that will champion victims and hold criminals accountable.

Key Takeaways:

Understanding Trauma:

• The difference between Big T trauma (major, life-altering events like abuse, accidents, or loss) and little t trauma (smaller, cumulative experiences like rejection, criticism, or minor setbacks).

Trauma as a Brain Injury:

• Trauma isn’t just emotional; it affects the brain's wiring, altering how we think, feel, and react.

Healing from Trauma:

• Practical ways to begin recovery: therapy, mindfulness, and building a support system.

Post-Traumatic Growth:

• A powerful concept that highlights how individuals can emerge stronger, more resilient, and more purpose-driven after facing and processing trauma.

To connect with Lisa Saruga: https://lisasaruga.com/

·         Social: @LisaSaruga

·         Book: https://a.co/d/5CZ99G0

To connect with Lisa Granger: www.lisagranger.com

Quotes:

“But over time, we need to connect ourselves to what happened, in order to move through the healing process.”

“Forgiveness is about the forgiver.”

“We don’t hear about Post Traumatic Growth and that is actually a thing. And it is possible, but it’s not inevitable.”

“We don’t get over trauma, we get through it.”

“Trauma is all about you when you’re in the bullseye.”

“We have to have not only the passion, but we have to have some knowledge and some skill.”