Room to Bloom

About Room to Bloom

Your past doesn't have to dictate your future. If you're a Christian adult still feeling the effects of a difficult or traumatic childhood, your body is holding onto what your mind is trying to move past. What if healing your nervous system could finally bring the peace, freedom, and wholeness you've been praying for? Room to Bloom is where faith meets neuroscience. Each Thursday, join Julie Rebboah—a Christian nervous system coach—for solo teachings and powerful conversations with guests who understand your journey. Together, you'll discover practical, biblically-grounded strategies to regulate your nervous system, break free from your past, and step fully into the abundant life Christ designed for you. Whether you grew up with abuse, neglect, abandonment, family dysfunction, or a parent's addiction, this podcast offers hope, healing, and a clear path forward. Transform your healing journey with: Simple nervous system tools that create lasting change Faith-integrated practices for feeling safe in your own body Biblical truth that rewrites your identity in Christ Real breakthrough stories from men and women just like you Expert guidance you can apply immediately Julie Rebboah is a Christian communicator (author, blogger, speaker, podcaster) and nervous system coach specializing in faith-based trauma recovery. With an MS in Mental Health and Wellness with an emphasis in Christian Ministry and as a certified Somatic Breathwork & Movement Coach for Trauma Healing, Julie bridges psychology, nervous system science, and faith to help you heal—mind, body, and spirit. Ready to bloom? Subscribe now and never miss an episode that could change everything. Grab Julie's FREE resource: "Beloved: Redefining and Embracing Who You Truly Are in Christ!" 👉 Download instantly (https://from-bud-to-bloom-ministry.ck.page/2b378f946f) New episodes every Thursday. Your healing starts here. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and inspirational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Content may include discussions of difficult life experiences that could be emotionally activating for some listeners. Listening does not create a practitioner/client relationship. Julie Rebboah and her guests assume no liability for any outcomes resulting from use of this podcast. Listeners are strongly advised to consult qualified professionals before taking action related to their personal health and wellbeing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

Publisher

Julie Rebboah

Category

health & fitness · religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

28 Feb 2024

Latest episode

27 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

71 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   27 Aug 2026

   The Truth About Vulnerability: Why You May Be Doing It Wrong

   What if vulnerability isn't about telling everyone everything—but learning how to be honest with the right people? For many childhood trauma survivors, vulnerability can feel risky. If you grew up in an environment where your emotions weren't welcomed, where trust was inconsistent, or where being honest came with consequences, you may have learned to protect yourself by staying quiet, keeping people at a distance, or handling everything on your own. But healthy vulnerability can be part of building secure attachment, authentic community, healthier relationships, and deeper connection—with others, with God, and even with ourselves. In Season 5, Episode 12 of Room to Bloom, Julie Rebboah talks with Amber Bateman, LPC, author of Save Yourself Some Therapy, about healthy vulnerability, safe community, attachment, and a simple approach to communication that can reduce defensiveness and invite connection. 🌱 In this episode, we explore: What healthy vulnerability really means—and why it doesn't mean oversharing The difference between thoughts and feelings and how to communicate emotions more clearly How to recognize reasonably safe people and communities What makes a church or small-group culture healthier and more supportive Red flags such as toxic positivity, gossip, shame around therapy, and a lack of authentic sharing A simple communication formula for expressing emotions and inviting connection How this approach can be used in marriage, friendships, parenting, work, and other relationships How healthy vulnerability can strengthen attachment and help us feel less alone Nervous system regulation tools to use before difficult conversations Why self-compassion and smaller relational risks can be especially important for childhood trauma survivors ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Introducing Amber Bateman and the purpose of healthy vulnerability 00:32 – Amber's background and counseling work 01:09 – What healthy vulnerability really means 03:57 – Sharing present emotions instead of blaming others 06:07 – How to recognize reasonably safe people 09:44 – Creating safer small-group spaces 10:23 – Signs of a healthy church culture 16:21 – A simple formula for vulnerable, connected conversations 20:26 – Healthy attachment and reciprocal care in relationships 22:25 – Regulating your nervous system before hard conversations 28:35 – Amber's book and resources 29:36 – Final encouragement for practicing healthy vulnerability 31:49 – Closing and where to find the book 💬 The Communication Formula Amber shares a simple formula for communicating honestly while inviting connection: “I feel ___ when ___. Would you be willing to ___?” Rather than assigning motives, blaming, or telling someone how they feel, this approach helps you own your emotions, describe the situation, and invite the other person into a conversation. As Amber puts it: “It's an invitation to connect.” 🌿 Finding Safe Community Julie and Amber also discuss church and small-group environments and how to recognize cultures that support genuine connection rather than shame. A reasonably safe person or community demonstrates qualities such as consistency between words and actions, emotional responsiveness, and a willingness to make room for realness. If you've struggled with trusting others, finding authentic community, communicating your needs, or allowing yourself to be known, this conversation offers practical encouragement and tools to help you take your next step. Let's slow down and navigate this together. 📖 About Amber Bateman, LPC Amber Bateman is a licensed professional counselor and the author of Save Yourself Some Therapy. Learn more about Amber and her work at Delve Mental Health: https://www.delvementalhealth.com/ (https://www.delvementalhealth.com/) Get a copy of her book: https://www.amazon.com/Save-Yourself-Some-Therapy-Dangers/dp/1649607067 (https://www.amazon.com/Save-Yourself-Some-Therapy-Dangers/dp/1649607067) ⚠️ Disclaimer: This episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical or mental health care, diagnosis, or treatment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

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   20 Aug 2026

   Why You Don't Have to Pursue Peace at Any Cost

   Forgiveness doesn't always mean reconciliation. Healing doesn't always mean returning to the relationship that hurt you. And surrender doesn't mean giving up your boundaries. For anyone carrying childhood wounds, questions about forgiveness, family, faith, and healing can become deeply intertwined. How do you forgive someone who hurt you? Can you experience peace without reconciling? And what happens when trauma has affected your identity, relationships, emotions, and ability to trust? In this episode of Room to Bloom, Julie Rebboah speaks with author, writer, and trauma-informed coach Hadassah Treu about her journey through childhood trauma, fear, emotional suppression, depression, suicidal thoughts, faith, forgiveness, and healing. Hadassah shares how a desperate prayer for God to reveal Himself became a turning point in her life and how discovering God's unconditional love changed the way she understood herself, her past, and her relationship with Him. Julie and Hadassah also unpack the difference between forgiveness and reconciliation and why Christians don't have to pursue peace at any cost. Key Takeaways Childhood trauma can influence identity, emotional health, relationships, and self-worth long after childhood. Healing is possible, even when it happens slowly and in layers. Forgiveness and reconciliation are not the same—and reconciliation isn't always possible or healthy. We can pursue forgiveness without ignoring boundaries or returning to unsafe relationships. God can be experienced as gentle, trustworthy, loving, and non-controlling. Surrender is a daily practice of trusting God that can create space for greater peace. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 — Introduction to Hadassah Treu 00:23 — Her story and work as an author and trauma-informed coach 03:00 — Childhood trauma, fear, and violence 04:50 — Identity loss, emotional suppression, and depression 06:10 — Suicidal thoughts and searching for purpose 07:25 — Praying for God to reveal Himself 08:20 — Hearing the gospel for the first time 09:05 — Accepting Jesus 10:00 — Why healing is possible after deep trauma 11:05 — Forgiveness and healing her relationship with her father 15:35 — Forgiveness vs. reconciliation 17:05 — When reconciliation isn't possible or healthy 18:40 — Why Christians don't have to pursue peace at any cost 20:40 — Experiencing God's unconditional love 22:35 — Surrender as a daily practice of trust 🌿 Connect with Hadassah Website: On the Way BG (https://onthewaybg.com/) Books: Hadassah Treu on Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/author/hadassah-treu) Community: Join Hadassah's Community (https://subscribepage.io/joinmycommunity) 🌸 Flourish in Hope Women's Virtual Reset & Retreat Join Julie on September 19, 2026, from 10 AM–2 PM PT for the Flourish in Hope Women's Virtual Reset & Retreat, with an optional VIP experience from 2:15–3 PM PT. Get your Flourish in Hope ticket (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/flourish-in-hope-virtual-womens-retreat-tickets-1994586061603?aff=ebdsshcopyurl&utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=) Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and inspirational purposes only and is not a replacement for medical, mental health, or other professional care. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

3. 

   13 Aug 2026

   Why You Feel Like Something Is Missing: Finding Your Calling & Joy

   What if the very thing you've been told is “wrong” with you is actually connected to the way God uniquely designed you? In Season 5, Episode 10 of Room to Bloom, Julie Rebboah welcomes John “JR” Rennie from BrushFires Ministry for an inspiring conversation about finding your God-given purpose, discovering spiritual gifts, healing from past wounds, spiritual warfare, and experiencing lasting joy through obedience to God. JR explains why being comes before doing and how living from an endless to-do list can steal our joy. He shares how understanding who God created you to be can help you recognize your gifts, step into your calling, and become more available to God's direction. We also explore the connection between trauma and purpose. JR explains that deep trauma should be addressed with qualified trauma professionals, while discovering your God-given design and potential can help restore hope and give you a new perspective on your life. One of the most powerful parts of this conversation is the reminder that there is no expiration date on your calling. JR shares examples of people who discovered their purpose later in life—including someone in her 80s who began a prayer ministry that eventually reached people throughout the nation. In This Episode 00:00 — Welcome: Finding lasting joy through God’s purpose 01:03 — JR’s story and the mission of BrushFires Ministry 01:34 — Being over doing: identity, obedience, and joy 03:55 — Discovering your gifts and calling 05:36 — Spiritual warfare and recognizing attacks on your purpose 08:06 — The A-T-P-I-I framework 09:10 — Trauma, healing, and reclaiming your calling 12:36 — Joy versus worldly happiness 15:47 — Faith, purpose, and no expiration date on your calling 17:21 — How to connect with BrushFires Ministry 18:24 — Closing remarks The A-T-P-I-I Framework JR introduces an acronym designed to help people recognize potential spiritual attacks: Accusation • Temptation • Provocation • Intimidation • Insinuation He explains that these experiences can influence our perceptions and provoke reactions rooted in fear, anger, or shame. Faith, Healing & Purpose For anyone healing from childhood trauma or painful experiences, this episode offers an important reminder: your past does not have to define the rest of your story. JR shares examples of people who had experienced addiction, homelessness, abuse, and other significant hardships but later discovered gifts for leadership, counseling, and helping others. Their experiences became part of the compassion and perspective they could bring to serving others. As JR emphasizes, there is no expiration date on your purpose. Scripture Hebrews 11:1 — “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.” Connect with BrushFires Ministry Learn more about JR and BrushFires Ministry, explore their programs, and access their Spiritual Gifts Assessment: https://www.brushfires-digital.com/ (https://www.brushfires-digital.com/) More from Julie at Christian Nervous System Coach https://www.christiannervoussystemcoach.com (https://www.christiannervoussystemcoach.com) Keep Blooming 🌱 If this episode encouraged you, subscribe to Room to Bloom, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs encouragement to rediscover their purpose. What if the thing you thought disqualified you could become part of the very story God uses to help someone else? Your story isn't over. Your purpose has no expiration date. Disclaimer: Room to Bloom provides educational and inspirational content and is not a substitute for medical, mental health, trauma, or other professional care. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.9 / 5

16 ratings

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5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 23 / 100

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