Illuminate Your Worth with Heather Stewart  &quot;This one might make you squirm a little... and that&#39;s the point.&quot; We’re talking about something that’s going to ruffle feathers today, but maybe, just maybe, that’s what’s needed. In this episode, I’m pulling the thread on what it really means to be in trauma… versus being uncomfortable. You’ve likely heard the term “trauma-informed” tossed around like confetti, but is it helping or hurting us? Is the way we’re labeling discomfort as trauma actually stunting our growth? Here’s what we dive into: Why trauma is real, but “feeling triggered” doesn’t always mean you’re traumatized. How we might be using trauma language to avoid discomfort… and growth. Why your resilience matters more than your sensitivity. How emotional maturity plays a role in your evolution. A new lens for uncomfortable experiences: what if they’re your curriculum? This episode is not a dismissal of real pain my friend, it’s an invitation. An invitation to stop self-canceling every time life gets tough and to start seeing uncomfortable moments as powerful teachers. Because the goal isn’t to avoid discomfort. The goal is to alchemize it. And yes (apologies in advance) this one might sting. It’s not wrapped in soft blankets or comfort-culture language. It’s real and meant to move you forward (as lovingly as my tough love self can) Ready to listen? Bring your curiosity and your courage! If this episode lands with you: Send it to the friend who’s tired of feeling stuck Share it on stories &amp; tag me... let’s normalize growth that doesn’t feel good at first Find Your Value: A Collection of Stories and Strategies on Finding Yourself Through Your Values   Co-Author Heather Stewart   Amazon.com – https://www.amazon.com/dp/0991925246 Amazon.ca – https://www.amazon.ca/dp/0991925246   ~ More About Illuminate Your Worth with Heather Stewart ~  Meet Your Host – Heather Stewart Transformation Guide. Energy Alchemist. Champion of Your Thriving Life. Heather Stewart is a seasoned Life Coach and the heart behind the Thriving Life Method™—a signature framework blending practical coaching with soul-aligned wellness across six key areas of life. After years in the corporate finance world, Heather answered her own wake-up call and now guides mid-life women (and those on the edge of burnout) back to their true selves. Her approach is both gentle and powerful—combining intuitive insight with actionable clarity. She believes that transformation doesn’t require you to burn it all down—just to turn inward, tune into your truth, and start living on purpose. 🌕 A lifelong learner, she brings together coaching, creativity, Human Design, and energy work into a holistic experience of empowerment. Heather’s clients call her a “calm, clear guide” who makes the impossible feel totally do-able. Her mission? To help you create a life that feels like you—because that’s wh

Trauma Versus Traumatized – Heather Stewart

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