Forgiveness Is For YOU - Overcome Trauma Through Forgiveness

Friends, In this episode of Forgiveness Is for YOU, my guest, Mandy Horne shares how a medical crisis became the turning point that exposed an abusive relationship, revealed unexpected protection, and opened the door to a new calling in nursing. While recovering in the ICU, Mandy experienced both betrayal and God's grace through family, friends, strangers, and quiet moments where Christ made His p...

Friends,  In this first episode of Season 3 of Forgiveness Is for YOU, I sit down with my husband, Steve Silva, to reflect on how life’s challenges shape us, stretch us, and invite us into deeper freedom through forgiveness. After a Christmas retreat spent in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament, I share how the Lord has been clarifying the mission of this podcast, my coaching practice, and our new...

Friends, As we bid farewell to 2025 and step into a new year, I revisit another favorite conversation from Season 1: Overcoming Resentment in the Forgiveness Process. The holidays have a way of stirring old wounds and unresolved emotions, and resentment often rises to the surface when we least expect it. As you listen to this episode, consider what it will take to let go in 2026. In this reflectio...

Friends, In this episode of the Holiday Reflection Series, I'm revisiting one of the most-loved episodes from Season 1: What Forgiveness Is Not. The holiday season can stir up old wounds, from family dynamics, absence, grief, to unresolved tension. Many of us feel pressure to “just forgive,” even when our hearts aren’t ready. This episode offers gentle clarity: a grounded look at what forgiveness...

Friends, This episode is the first of three in a Holiday Mini-Series on Reflection, Healing, and Choice. As we enter the holy days of Christmas and prepare to bid farewell to 2025, I'm revisiting one of the most listened-to episodes of the Forgiveness is for YOU podcast: Self-Forgiveness & Internal Family Systems (IFS). The holidays often invite reflection, and sometimes a tendency to be hard...

Friends, In this episode, I’m joined by Rosa Alejandro, founder of The Intentional Christian Woman and a woman whose story beautifully embodies grace, courage, and new beginnings. Rosa shares her journey through what she calls her “prodigal daughter” season, a time marked by stepping away from her faith, experiencing the pain of betrayal, and facing the end of her first marriage. With honesty and...

Friends,  We inherit more than DNA — we inherit stories, beliefs, and wounds. But we also inherit the power to heal them. In this episode of Forgiveness is for You, Dr. Ilene Cohen, LMFT, shares how her grandfather’s legacy as a Holocaust survivor shaped her work in forgiveness and family systems therapy. It’s a conversation about breaking cycles and creating new legacies of love. Dr. Ilene's link...

Friends,  In this episode, my adult daughter, Ashlene Silva Dybus, and I talk about what it was like for her to grow up with me — a mother still learning to heal from the effects of Complex PTSD, and how we’ve both come to see the ways trauma quietly travels through generations.  Together, we explore how awareness, compassion, and forgiveness are helping us reshape our family story, one revelation...

Friends,  What happens when the label that once helped you heal begins to hold you back? In this follow-up to S2E43: Alcohol, the Brain and the Holidays, I continues my conversation with Christie Walker, the Catholic Sobriety Coach, who has been sober for nearly 29 years. What began as a practical talk about staying alcohol-free during the holidays evolved into a deeper reflection on identity, fai...

Friends,  The holidays can be full of joy — but also full of challenges when alcohol is part of every celebration. In this episode of Forgiveness is for YOU, I welcome back Christie Walker, the Catholic Sobriety Coach , to talk about how alcohol affects the brain and how to navigate the season sober, grounded, and at peace. In This Episode You’ll Learn: How alcohol impacts the brain and behavior W...

Friends, When addiction enters a marriage, it tests every promise and every ounce of faith. In this episode, Catholic Mindset Coach and founder of St. Monica's Way, Michele Simpson opens up about her decades-long journey of loving a husband with alcoholism while remaining faithful to her Catholic marriage vows. She shares how she learned to balance compassion with boundaries, find peace amid chaos...

Friends,  In this powerful episode, we explore an alternative to traditional therapy that may just resonate more deeply than you expected. I’m joined by Adrian and Shae Misiak, graduates of the Catholic Psych Institute’s Mentorship Program — a model that blends psychology and faith in a revolutionary way. Adrian and Shae share the story of their five-year marriage and their discovery of accompanim...

Friends, Have you ever wondered how to forgive someone when the memory of what they did still feels fresh? In this episode, I explore what it truly means to forgive what you can’t forget. Drawing from the insightful forgiveness work of the late psychologist Dr. David Stoop and his book Forgiving What You’ll Never Forget , I share personal stories from my own healing journey through trauma, faith,...

Friends,  In this, Part 2 of the Befriending Your Inner Child Series, Catholic therapist Brya Hanan returns to share how she helps clients forgive. We discuss misconceptions about forgiveness in the church and how her 5A Process - Anchor, Acknowledge, Attune, Ask, Act - helps clients practice embodied forgiveness.  Brya Hanan's Links:  bryahananlmft@gmail.com http://bryahananlmft.com IG: @bryahana...

Friends, Have you ever noticed an adult regress emotionally when faced with challenges—crying easily, throwing tantrums, or shutting down? These are signs that the wounded inner child is running the show. In this two-part series, I’m joined by Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Brya Hanan, who shares her personal story of healing childhood trauma through inner child integration and her Catholi...

Friends, In this episode, I’m joined by my husband, Steve, as we explore the anatomy of a grudge—how it starts, why it lingers, and the cost it demands of us emotionally, spiritually, and physically. We speak candidly about: The subtle ways grudges shape our behavior The role of spiritual dryness in forgiveness Why unresolved pain often comes from the people closest to us How grace helps us releas...

Friends, In this episode, I ask listeners to take a moment to pause and reflect on the impact of political violence and how it shapes collective trauma. Drawing from personal experiences and historical events, I explore how trauma resonates across communities and generations, and consider the first steps toward healing. I reflect on my own experiences of political violence and how it triggers past...

Friends,  Have you ever noticed someone apologizing before doing something wrong, or right before criticizing someone else? This is called a preemptive apology. While it may seem polite or humble, it’s actually a subtle barrier to trust and a roadblock to true forgiveness. Preemptive apologies create distance, erode integrity, and shift blame. By recognizing and avoiding them, we can build stronge...

Friends, In this special episode of Forgiveness Is for YOU with Dr. Carron Silva, I share a deeply personal tribute to my dear friend of 28 years, Rose Brinks, who recently passed away after a courageous battle with ovarian cancer. Rose was more than a friend—she was a force of nature. Fierce, faithful, and often unfiltered, she lived life on her terms and touched countless lives with her compassi...

In this episode, Teen Resilience Coach Jenny Krumdrich shares practical, faith‑centered tools parents and teens can use to build emotional resilience and prevent familial estrangement. Jenny explains mindset work, quick exercises to calm panic, communication strategies, and how parents can model healthy behavior. We discuss the root causes of teen anxiety—comparison, perfectionism, and the pressur...

Friends, What happens when a family secret changes everything you thought you knew about yourself? At 40, Kristina Talbot was settled in her career, marriage, and identity—until her mother, in the early stages of Alzheimer’s, revealed that Kristina’s biological father was African American. Suddenly, she discovered four siblings, a large extended family, and a biracial identity she had never consid...

Friends,  In this episode, Kimberly Haar, a seasoned therapist and author shares her story of overcoming trauma and betrayal and the attempted murder of her boyfriend by her ex-husband. Kimberly's story is one of triumph over trauma, highlighting the power of forgiveness and faith in rebuilding her life. Through candid conversation, Kimberly unveils the emotional and spiritual challenges she faced...

Friends, In this episode, I offer insight and guidance for adult children navigating no contact or limited contact with parents. You'll hear reflections from my own story and insights on how to hold firm yet merciful boundaries, challenge inherited beliefs, and gently open the door to healing—even if reconciliation feels out of reach.  In this episode, I explore: What to do when estrangement feels...

Friends, In this episode, I dive deep into the painful phenomenon of family estrangement, where adult children enforce no-contact orders with their parents, leaving many elderly individuals isolated from their families and grandchildren. I explore the emotional turmoil experienced by these grandparents and discuss the importance of forgiveness in healing long-standing family wounds. I share practi...

Friends,  In today's episode, Jonna Schuster, author of the book Hearing God's Voice, shares her experiences of growing in the ability to discern God's voice in prayer and tips for how you can determine whether you are hearing yourself, the enemy, or God in prayer. Jonna is the cofounder of Catholic Revival Ministries and helps Catholics grow in holiness by developing a personal relationship with...