In this episode, Loraine delves into the concept of the emotional energy spiral, exploring how trauma and grief can lead individuals to a state of despair and low self-esteem. Lorraine shares her personal experiences with trauma, including the aftermath of a difficult relationship, and discusses the importance of recognizing where we are emotionally and how to take actionable steps towards healing. She outlines the ascending and descending spirals of emotional energy, emphasizing the power of creativity, forgiveness, and learning as tools for recovery. Lorraine also introduces her upcoming Facebook group focused on transforming trauma into empowerment, inviting listeners to join her on this journey of personal growth and success.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

1. The emotional energy spiral consists of a descending spiral filled with negative emotions such as grief, despair, and low self-esteem, and an ascending spiral that includes positive emotions like hopefulness, joy, and empowerment.

2. Forgiveness is crucial in moving forward from trauma. It is not about absolving others of their actions but about freeing yourself from the burden of negative emotions and allowing yourself to heal.

3. Engaging in creative activities like writing or starting a YouTube channel can help lift you out of negative emotions. Learning new skills is positioned as a way to boost your energy and move up the emotional spiral.

4. Life will always present challenges, whether staying in a negative situation or taking steps toward improvement. It's essential to recognize that both paths will be difficult, but choosing to pursue growth and change can lead to a more fulfilling life.

5. Joining supportive groups, such as a Facebook community focused on trauma to transformation, can provide a safe space for sharing experiences and learning from others.

BEST MOMENTS

"When we have fallen down this emotional energy spiral because of circumstances outside of our control, we have to think, how can I improve?"

"Forgiveness isn't about the other person. It's about how you can improve your energy level and move forward from a situation."

"You can move yourself forward by taking positive steps."

"If you decide to say to yourself, this is what I want to achieve and take the steps, you can overcome the challenges."

"This group that I'm opening, it's all about trauma to transformation."

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HOST BIO

Loraine is a blogger, digital creator, and author.
A former Property Management business owner spent a decade in HMO and family rentals before moving to Spain in 2016 with dreams of becoming fully retired and living in Spain with her partner, but that dream shattered in September 2020. 

Loraine explains how she has now experienced the three D's in relationship endings. Divorce, death of a partner and now discard, the abrupt termination of a relationship. 

Currently working on rebuilding her life whilst living with three overlapping litigations post-separation including the threat of precarious eviction by a former partner.