Under The Rug with Nalini Tranquim

What’s been spoken over you, even as far back as when you were just a little one, can grab a hold of your heart and become your truth.   What starts off as a belief, turns into an action. In short, what you believe, you become.   Ask yourself this question: 'What beliefs have played a part in the moulding and shaping of who I have become today?'   Keeping your answer in mind, have t...

**Content Warning: This Podcast is not suitable for children**   She dedicated her life to the service of others. A British Army Medic posted to Afghanistan has her whole future, as she'd envisioned, blown up in an improvised explosive device (IED) and lives to tell the tale. In this special edition of Under the Rug, you will hear a first-hand account of what it was like for Army Veteran Mart...

The wonderfully complex adventure of navigating a mixed relationship! Caveats are a dangerous thing, and yet I will push on and use one in the next sentence! While I wholly adore my beloved husband, we truly have come from completely different worlds, and that can often manifest in some... interesting situations! Beautiful synergies. Deranged encounters with strangers. The incredible impact two se...

Can we escape the trauma of our distant past? Grief is a burden we all have to shoulder at one point or another. While it can feel comforting knowing that grief is something that unites everyone, the impacts of grief on the self, and on those around us, can have devastating and sometimes long-lasting ramifications, trickling down to every aspect of our daily lives. It casts a large shadow, and can...

How do we differentiate between rest and idleness?    We have so much on our plates these days, from constant advances in technology and social media, to new trends popping in and out of existence in a flash, to political unrest across the globe, let alone the daily juggle of work, family and so much more.    For those of you in the fast-lane, you will agree that coming to a gr...

How can I learn to navigate a world so fraught with uncertainty and doubt? Is it possible that with faith, you're actually able to come out the other side smelling of smoke but not burnt? Welcome back to the UNDER THE RUG podcast! Today, we are talking all things FAITH and UNCERTAINTY. Those of you who have followed my story will know that my life has been nothing if not riddled with uncertainty!...

In today's episode, we delve into the topic of FORGIVENESS , unearthing what it REALLY means to forgive one another, how to forgive effectively, when forgiveness is warranted, and the complexities of forgiveness in situations where it is neither earned, nor necessarily warranted. --- Click here to access Nalini's FREE Women Empowerment Masterclass   that will completely blow your socks off! I...

CW: Suicide, and mental health struggles Welcome back to the UNDER THE RUG podcast! Today's episode is a little heavy so viewer discretion is advised. We live in a world of uncertainty. The last few years have turned societies upside down, with the entire global population watching as the cracks in our foundations begin to expand. There is a mental health crisis. It has affected me. It has affecte...

Welcome back, dear listeners! 'Under the Rug'! Season 2 is upon us! It is a thrill to be returning to the fold. We commence in 2023 with a topic that may hit close to home for a lot of you. It certainly hits close to home for me. Isolation . How is it that we remain estranged from one another in a world so connected? I couldn't be more excited to continue this series with you all throughout t...

In this week's episode of  'Under the Rug', we continue with our four part series ’The Church Behind The Curtain’. All four episodes can be watched here . We believe that this final episode will leave you spurred on and encouraged. Grab your copy of Nalini's book ' The Orange Hue '. It’s available in paperback, ebook and audio. It took Nalini years to recover from her abuse. She'd lost sight...

In this week's episode of  'Under the Rug', we continue with our four part series ’The Church Behind The Curtain’.  Here in Part 3 | 4 - 'From Bathroom Floor to Out The Door', Nalini continues to address her experience of abuse within the church. One of the questions that was submitted prior to recording this interview was; ‘Do you feel that by staying within the church, under abusive le...

Catch up on ' Part 1 | 4 - Director to Dishes ' before getting into today's episode, as it will give you much needed context. In this week’s episode of Under the Rug, 'Part 2 | 4 - Glam Up to Blow Up', Nalini continues to address her experience of abuse within the church and shares on a particular scenario that is known as the 'double bind.' *Listener discretion is advised. You can also watch toda...

‘Who do you think you are that you’ve got a bad attitude because you can’t drop your kids off at school, when you’ve been given this incredible opportunity to serve the church, and to serve God and to serve His people...' In this week’s episode of Under the Rug (the first of a three part series) , Nalini opens up about her experience of narcissistic abuse within the church.  In this series, s...

Listener discretion is advised. Some content may be distressing for some listeners. Janet M Little is a Certified Trauma Informed Coach, Advocate, Speaker and Author of the book ‘ My Tears Were For Her ’ - which contains actual diarised, dated journals of her sexual abuse. In today’s conversation you will hear some of Janet’s personal story, and will learn how to identify and respond to child abus...

Federal authorities described Mike Savage as a criminal mastermind capable of bending people to his will. He was that and more.  His criminal empire was the subject of a five-year federal investigation that culminated in his indictment on 101 criminal charges that ultimately put him in prison for fifteen years, two months, and twenty-eight days.  From Mike’s perspective, he would lose ev...

X-Firefighter Dave Pahma, now a Personal Coach, Author of “Firefighting from Within,’  and the Host of the Dave Pamah Show , opens up about the 'Fire-brigade Watch Culture'. Seen from the outside as an institution designed to serve, save and protect , what goes on behind closed doors, is all too often quite the opposite. Articles referenced by Dave Pamah throughout the interview: Racist fire...

In today’s episode, you will be hearing from Associate Marriage & Family Therapist Jennifer Adams who specialises in trauma healing. You will learn about trauma, the effects of trauma on our bodies not only emotionally and mentally, but physically also. You will learn some of the not-so-obvious signs of trauma, how to identify it, what to do and how to get help. Here are Jennifer’s Recommended...

Rob Mason is a Mental Health Advocate, expressing his passion through speaking, writing, and mentoring. He is the Author of the book 'Shame Off You" which focuses on the shame connected with mental health struggles. It is a book that calls the reader to stop settling for concealing, distracting and numbing shame. It describes the way out of shame as being ‘a daring journey that encompasses courage...

When Nalini was just three years old, her brother aged five, passed away very suddenly. Nalini lost her brother, but her parents lost their son. In today’s episode, you will hear a raw and honest conversation between Nalini and her Mom where they talk through their experiences of loss. You will learn how they navigated the grieving process. They share what worked for them, and what didn’t. You wil...

Do you hold back in life as if you’re waiting for someone to give you permission to step out?  I believe it's time for you to live life at choice level. In today's episode, you will hear a power packed conversation with the Founder & CEO of The Working Womans Food , Patricia Gamboa. If you want to succeed in life, you have to step out of your comfort zone. Success doesn't just fall from t...

In today’s episode, Nalini Tranquim interviews Celebrity & Fashion Stylist Trish G   on the topic of 'Self Esteem'. If you have been battling with self esteem and you are ready for change, then sign up to Nalini Tranquim's Personal Development Program and learn how to unlock your true identity!   --- Brought to you by Face As Flint Publishing Copyright 2023 - All Rights Reserved

Nalini Tranquim explains the reason behind the launch of  the ‘Under the Rug’ Podcast. Connect with Nalini on social media: Instagram Facebook Youtube   --- Brought to you by Face As Flint Publishing Copyright 2021 - All Rights Reserved