Through the Fire: Trauma | Transparency | Triumph

Finding fault in others is oftentimes easier than finding fault in ourselves. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share the importance of self-introspection. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss: The importance of self-awareness, How perspective matters, The role of unconscious biases, How to identify your own areas of weaknesses, The difference good counsel can make, and Th...

Have you ever been bullied? If so, you're not alone. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they bring awareness to the epidemic of bullying. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss: The definition of bullying, The different types of bullying, Their personal experiences with bullying, Warning signs for bullying, The importance of getting support, and How to bring awareness. Refere...

To everything there is a season. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share highlights and recap some of the most memorable moments on their podcast journey. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss episodes 53-56 as follows: ”It's Getting Hot In Here!,” ”Don’t Come Down,” ”Don’t Let It In,”  and ”Trauma Season.” Song Reference: Cee Cee Winans - "A Heart Like Yours&quot...

To everything there is a season. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share highlights and recap some of the most memorable moments on their podcast journey. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss episodes 49-52 as follows: ”Trauma Bonding,” ”Transferred Trauma,” ”Blame It On the Trauma,”  and ”When Trauma Collides.” Book Reference: "What Happened To You? By Bruce D. Perry...

To everything there is a season. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share highlights and recap some of the most memorable moments on their podcast journey. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss episodes 44-48 as follows: ”Relationships 911 - Romantic,” ”Relationships 911 - Family,” ”Relationships 911 - Friends,” ”Relationships 911- Professional / Mentorship,” and ”Relationsh...

To everything there is a season. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share highlights and recap some of the most memorable moments on their podcast journey. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss episodes 40-43 as follows: ”The Weight of Words,” ”Call Me Out,” ”Surrender the Schedule,” and ”Just Do It!” Join Through the Fire Podcast on Facebook @throughthefirepodcasts and Inst...

To everything there is a season. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share highlights and recap some of the most memorable moments on their podcast journey. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss episodes 36-39 as follows: ”I’m NOT Okay,” ”Sensitivity,” ”Victim or Victor,” and ”Steward Well.” Join Through the Fire Podcast on Facebook @throughthefirepodcasts and Instagram @thro...

There's a season for everything, including trauma. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they bring awareness to a heightened trauma season. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss: The meaning of trauma season, How warmer weather contribute to injury, How to prevent trauma, How to cope with anniversary trauma, The necessity of being vigilant, and The importance of self-care. Ref...

Offense will come, but how will you respond? Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share how to overcome offense. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss: The meaning of offense, How to navigate offense,  The impact of offense on relationships, How offense hinders, How offense can activate trauma responses, and The importance of forgiveness. Reference: The Bait of Satan by John B...

Compromise is the enemy in disguise. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share the importance of standing firm against compromise. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss: The meaning of compromise, The cost of compromise, The difference between good and bad compromise, The role relationships play in compromise, The importance of relational intelligence, and Their struggles and...

If you get close to the heat, you will get hot! Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share how temptation affects us all. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss: The meaning of temptation, The origin of temptation, How to identify temptation, The benefits of making wise decisions, How to overcome temptation, and How to rebound after falling into temptation. Reference: Temptatio...

What happens when people with unresolved trauma join in relationships? THEY COLLIDE! Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share the effects of trauma on relationships. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss: The effects of trauma, Their own personal conflicts, How to navigate trauma in relationships, Trauma Responses, The importance of compassion, and How to maintain valuable r...

Trauma affects everyone around us, including children. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share how to assist children who are impacted by traumatic events. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss: Causes of childhood trauma, Signs of trauma in children, How to assist a child who has experienced trauma, The importance of communication, How to not fall victim to a victim mental...

Transgenerational trauma. It's the trauma that keeps on giving. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share how trauma is transferred from generation to generation. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss: The meaning of Transgenerational trauma, How to identify generational trauma, The effects of trauma on the family, How unaddressed trauma is transferrable, Signs of unreso...

What are you bonding with? Is it love or abuse? Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedrica Thomas as they share how to identify trauma bonding. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss: The meaning of trauma bonding, The cycle of abuse, The 7 stages of trauma bonding, How to recognize an unhealthy relationship, Emotional attachments and abuse, and How ”Stockholm Syndrome,” is associated with abuse. Re...

Having a relationship with God is the ultimate relationship. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share the benefits of being connected to a loving God. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss: The importance of having a relationship with God, How to develop a relationship with God, How you don't have to be perfect to have a relationship with God, The benefits of putting Go...

Both professional and mentorship relations are valuable. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share how to classify work relationships as well as understand mentorships. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss: The importance of having relational intelligence, Workplace trauma, How past traumatic experiences can affect future endeavors, How to categorize work relationships, The...

”Friends, how many of us have them?” Those are the lyrics to the 1984 classic by Whodini. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they unpack this important question. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss: The meaning of friend, The importance of self-awareness, The need to be intentional concerning relationships, The categories of relationships, The qualities of a good friend, and Th...

Family matters. Let's talk about it. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share the various dynamics of the family. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss: The meaning of family, How to break free from generational bondage, How its okay to be different, The importance of praying for family, How to address family dysfunction, and The importance of extending grace to others....

In today's culture, dating can be extremely challenging. Join Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they help you navigate the terrain of relationships. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss: The meaning of a toxic relationship, How to recognize red flags, The importance of being equally yoked, How to steward relationships well, The difference between Godly and worldly relationships, How...

Whatever you are instructed to do, just do it! Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share the importance of being obedient. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss: The meaning of obedience, How your obedience is connected to others, The impact of obedience, How stewardship relates to obedience, and The rewards of being obedient. Reference: Obedient Definition - Google Join Thro...

Has your day-to-day routine ever been interrupted? Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share how life’s interruptions can actually be divine distractions from God. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss: How personality types can effect your routine, How your schedule can interfere with opportunities, The importance of being flexible, The importance of implementing balance, Th...

Being accountable to someone has a great reward. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share the benefits of accountability. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss: The meaning of accountability, The importance of accountability, The role that community play in accountability, How an accountability partner can help you achieve your goals, How accountability can help you overcome...

The words you speak matter. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share on the power of words. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss: How trauma can effect your speech, How to be intentional with words, The positive and negative effects of words, The importance of managing words well, How culture influences word choice, How reading can expand your vocabulary, and The importance...

Life isn’t about ownership, it’s about stewardship. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share the importance of managing life and all that has been entrusted to you. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss: The meaning of stewardship, How trauma can effect how you steward, How stewarding small can expand, The areas of our lives that require stewardship, and the benefits of stew...