LifeCoached by Felicia Richardson

In this month's blog, HealingLeaves brand ambassador, Felicia Richardson addresses why it's important to allow children to cry and step how to create a safe environment to express emotions. Read the full blog by LifeCoached by Felicia Richardson on our website. 🤝
Weblink: https://healingleaves.co.za/the-importance-of-allowing-kids-to-cry/

Daar is soveel aande wat ek in die bed lê en terug d**k aan die klein dogtertjie wat so hard opsoek was... konstant opsoek was, na liefde, na aandag, na vrede, na geluk, na 'n plekkie waar sy kan behoort, na die sin van die lewe.

Hierdie leemte en "soeke na" het my by gebly vir die langste tyd in my lewe.

Jy sien, as trauma jou tref van só 'n klein tyd af beïnvloed dit letterlik jou hele lewe voorentoe. Hoe jy die wêreld sien, hoe jy jouself sien, die geleenthede wat op skool aan jou gebied word, soos om te kan leer, iets wat jy nie eers ten volle gebruik nie, want jy is net besig om dag tot dag te oorleef.

Ek het onlangs 'n aanhaling gelees waar iemand gesê het, trauma van kindertyd af is soos om vir iemand 'n plastiek mes en vurk te gee en 'n papier bord met 'n taai stuk vleis om te eet, en die res van die mense kry 'n staal mes en vurk en 'n harde bord... jy gaan steeds die vleis kan eet, dit gaan jou net 10 keer langer vat en soveel moeiliker wees.

Vir die langste tyd in my lewe het ek nie die regte gereedskap gehad om te veg vir myself nie, en die leemtes met alles probeer vul wat die wêreld kon offer.

Tot op 'n dag wat ek Jesus ontmoet het in 2014. My lewe was nooit weer dieselfde nie, Hy het elke holte stadig maar seker begin vul. Na soveel jare se ongeluk en seer, het Hy my in een aand só oorweldig met liefde en 'n "sense of belonging".

Hy het alles wat seer was kom heel maak. Sy woord het my geleer oor waardigheid, oor genade, wat dit is om te vergewe, om aan te kan beweeg...

Vandag lewe ek in totale vrede, ek het heeltemal "surrender" en laat myself toe om God se plan vir my lewe te volg.

Ek het lewensafrigting gaan studeer omdat dit my hart is om God se mense toe te rus met die gereedskap om hulle self te kan help, ek is net die hulpbron, maar God die hoof bron van alle genesing.

My gebed vir elke mens is om na God te draai, by sy voete te gaan sit, jou hart teenoor Hom uit te stort en werklik te wéét hoe lief Hy jou het, dat hy die 99 sal los om jou te vind. 🙏

Child Protection Week aims to create awareness of children’s rights with the intent to stop the cycle of neglect, abuse, violence and exploitation of children. National Child Protection Week this year is commemorated from 28 May to 4 June 2024.

By the age of 17, six in every 10 South African children will undergo at least one adverse childhood experience – defined as stressful and potentially traumatic situations that occur during childhood and adolescence and threaten their safety, security, trust or bodily integrity.

If you want to help your own children or your students to cope with adverse childhood experiences, please contact us to book a H.E.L.P. training session at 💌 [email protected].

Exciting News!!

I am thrilled to announce that I have joined the HealingLeaves family as their Brand Ambassador. As we commemorate Child Protection Week in South Africa, I am deeply honored to align with an organization dedicated to empowering and educating communities about the comprehensive impacts of trauma.

HealingLeaves has a profound mission of restoring dignity to those who have experienced trauma, adversity, and shame. Their commitment to youth development, education, and support for children affected by trauma aligns perfectly with my own passion for teaching others about generational trauma and its wide-ranging effects in everyday life.

Together, we aim to expand our reach and deepen our educational impact, focusing on recognizing trauma responses, especially in children. Understanding these signs is crucial for recovery and support.

Join us as we work towards a future where no voice goes unheard, and no pain goes unaddressed.

🌿 **Exciting News: Introducing Felicia Richardson as Our New Brand Ambassador!** 🌿

As South Africa commemmorates Child Protection Week, we are delighted to announce that Felicia Richardson, an internationally accredited life coach and NLP practitioner, has joined the HealingLeaves family as our Brand Ambassador. Felicia brings her profound expertise and personal journey of overcoming trauma to help us empower and educate communities about the comprehensive impacts of trauma.

**Broadening Our Understanding of Trauma:**
Felicia's own experiences have inspired her passion for teaching others not only about generational trauma but also about the wide-ranging effects of trauma in everyday life. Her insights are invaluable in our mission to illuminate the paths to healing and resilience.

**Our Mission Together:**
With Felicia's dedicated support, we aim to expand our reach and deepen our educational impact. We focus on teaching individuals how to recognize trauma responses, especially in children, and understanding these signs can significantly aid in recovery and support.

**Why This Matters:**
"Learning about trauma, understanding how it affects us, and recognizing its signs are critical steps toward healing," says Felicia. "I am committed to supporting HealingLeaves in every possible way so that we can educate and empower more people." Her own experiences taught her that addressing trauma isn't just about recovery; it's about reclaiming your narrative and restoring dignity to those who have felt powerless.

Join us in welcoming Felicia Richardson to our family. We are excited about the journey ahead and the extraordinary impact we will have together. Here’s to a future where no voice goes unheard, and no pain goes unaddressed.

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Start your week with a moment of mindfulness. Here are some tips to help you stay present and centered throughout the day.

Transform your goals into reality with purpose, perseverance, and a dash of positivity.

We've approached the end of week 2 of 2024. There's no better time to remind you to set your daily intentions!

Set intentions with mindful precision. Begin by reflecting on what truly matters to you – your core values and aspirations. Like an artist choosing colors for a masterpiece, select intentions that align with your purpose.

Next, express your intentions positively. Instead of framing them as what you want to avoid, focus on what you want to attract. Imagine your intentions as a lighthouse guiding your actions.

Visualize success. Picture yourself achieving your goals and immerse yourself in the emotions of that accomplishment. This mental rehearsal reinforces your commitment.

Finally, write down your intentions. Transform your thoughts into words, making them tangible. Keep this written reminder close, serving as a compass for your journey throughout the week.

May your intentions and the holy spirit be the compass guiding you toward a week filled with purpose and fulfillment. 🌟 "