Let's HEAL!

Elizabeth Jones

Hey, Empowered Survivors! Welcome to Let's HEAL! I'm your host, Beth Jones, aka the HEALing Mentor. My mission is to inspire and mentor other survivors of trauma and abuse as they walk their healing pathways. I’m here to help you become fiercely devoted to your healing, turning your pain into your power. My experience tells me that the measure of trauma and abuse is not the events or experiences we’ve had as victims; instead, the real measure is the effect on our lives and how we survive, including how we behave in our closest relationships. For many of us, our survivorship is unhealthy and painful, often laced with more trauma and abuse, but there comes a point when we’re given an opportunity to heal. I am blessed to have stepped on my healing pathway in June 2020, and my journey since then has taught me that the healing process takes us through a series of actions to Hope, Evolve, & Love. Knowing true love is the endgame because being able to love across a wide range of relationships brings joy and purpose to our lives and meaning to our existence. Ultimately, knowing love is THE reason to HEAL. That’s why we're all about healing on this show, and through our guests, we will explore HEALing in action. Sometimes, I'll share my journey. Other times, we'll hear from fellow survivors about their transformational healing experiences, bringing purpose to their pain and shining light in the darkness of this world. We'll also have conversations with gifted healers and learn about various resources and tools from those who support us on our journeys. Come on, everybody, Let's HEAL!

  1. Ep 46: Breaking Generational Curses & The Allergy of Addiction

    5D AGO

    Ep 46: Breaking Generational Curses & The Allergy of Addiction

    In this episode of Let's Heal! with Beth Jones, we hear a powerful personal story about addiction and the journey to recovery. Our guest, Davis Garner, shares insights into overcoming a substance use disorder, highlighting the profound shift from an addict to someone embracing healing. This conversation offers a raw look at the challenges and triumphs of addiction recovery.Davis grew up in a "Preacher's Kid" home that looked upright on the outside but was filled with strict discipline and emotional neglect on the inside. To cope, he turned to substances, not to get high, but to pause the pain. He calls this "The Delay." In this powerful episode, Davis shares how he broke a 30-year cycle of addiction through the Men of Nehemiah program, discovering that the path to healing his own ego was found in cleaning the streets of South Dallas. If you are tired of pressing pause on your potential, this conversation will help you find the play button.Chapters:00:00 Intro & The Cost of Escape02:02 Meet Davis: The "Chicago Texan"03:30 The Angel Mother & The Devil with a Pitchfork09:40 Addiction: It’s Not a High, It’s a Delay15:38 The 3 AM Infomercial Call to Men of Nehemiah17:50 The Dangerous Myth of the "Functional User"23:58 Losing Control: The 2nd DWI and The Wake-Up Call28:40 The Healing Power of Cleaning Streets in South Dallas35:00 Planting Seeds: How Gardening Restored His Spirit43:00 Reconnecting with 4 Adult Children49:00 Why You Can't Skip the Fire55:54 Conclusion & Gratitude-- RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE --💻 Men of Nehemiah: https://menofnehemiah.org/🤝 Human Impact: https://www.humanimpact.org/ -- FREE HEALING RESOURCE --📥 Download: The Healing Quick Start Guide → https://empoweredsurvivors.com/heal -- WORK WITH BETH -- 🤝 Mentoring (1:1 / group) → https://empoweredsurvivors.com/work-with-me🎤 Speaking & Interviews → https://empoweredsurvivors.com/speaking📚 Book: "Becoming an Empowered Survivor" → https://empoweredsurvivors.com/books -- CONNECT WITH BETH -💻 Website → https://empoweredsurvivors.com/📱 TikTok → @BethJonesHEALingMentor💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethjoneshealingmentor/

    57 min
  2. Ep 45: The Miracle of Hope

    FEB 18

    Ep 45: The Miracle of Hope

    We often think that to be good parents, we must shield our children from our pain. But Evelina Solis and her daughter, Hope Grace Castellon, are living proof that the secret to raising resilient leaders is teaching them how to walk through the fire with us. Evelina shares her harrowing battle with systemic lupus and a near-death experience, while Hope opens up about "secondary PTSD" and how creative expression saved her. Together, they discuss the power of faith, honest communication, and their mission to empower the next generation. Chapters:00:00 Intro: The Myth of Silent Parenting02:11 Meet Evelina & Hope: The Dynamic Duo05:30 Evelina’s Battle: Lupus, Blood Clots, and Flatlining11:38 Hope’s Perspective: Growing Up with Secondary PTSD16:34 Turning Pain into Purpose: The "Hope & Ev" Podcast19:16 Protecting Kids vs. Empowering Them to Lead29:00 The "Shine Your Light" Camp & Mission34:00 The Healing Power of Writing & Publishing41:00 Closing Thoughts: You Can’t Fake Healing -- CONNECT WITH EVELINA & HOPE -- 💻 Website: https://www.sol2soul.com/ (Shine Your Light Camp)📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopeandevshow/ and https://www.instagram.com/EvelinaSolisInspires🎙️ Podcast on Podbean: The Hope & Ev Show🎙️https://www.youtube.com/@HopeandEvShow -- FREE RESOURCE --📥 Download: The Healing Quick Start Guide → https://empoweredsurvivors.com/heal -- WORK WITH BETH -- ✨ Mentoring (1:1 / group) → https://empoweredsurvivors.com/work-with-me✨ Speaking & Interviews → https://empoweredsurvivors.com/speaking✨ Book: "Becoming an Empowered Survivor" → https://empoweredsurvivors.com/books -- CONNECT WITH BETH -- 💻 Website → https://empoweredsurvivors.com/📱 TikTok → @BethJonesHEALingMentor💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethjoneshealingmentor/

    54 min
  3. Ep 44: Our Journey from Addiction and Trauma to the Altar

    FEB 5

    Ep 44: Our Journey from Addiction and Trauma to the Altar

    In this deeply personal episode, Beth sits down with her fiancé, Eddy Anderson. Eddy shares his journey from being a star athlete masking internal pain to hitting rock bottom with addiction and incarceration. He reveals the pivotal moment his mother told him, "Secrets have been killing our family," and how the Men of Nehemiah program in Dallas, TX, helped him find true recovery. Beth also opens up about her own healing journey, discussing how she had to confront an unconscious bias from her childhood that was blocking her from finding love. Together, they explore the power of truth, the danger of isolation, and the joy of finding a partner who understands the language of healing. -- CHAPTERS --00:00 A Family Secret Revealed 00:42 Introduction to Let's Heal with Beth Jones 01:44 Meet Eddie Anderson: A Journey of Transformation 02:12 The Road to Healthy Love 04:45 Eddie's Background and Struggles 12:39 The Turning Point: Men of Nehemiah 15:36 Healing Through Recovery Work 27:57 The Power of Healing and Love 33:36 Rediscovering Faith and Role Models 34:44 Creating Inclusive Relationship Lists 36:16 Unconscious Bias and Dating Experiences 37:56 Spiritual Guidance and Realizations 39:37 Meeting and Reflecting on Relationships 46:35 Healing and Community Reconnection 55:16 Celebrating Love and Future Plans -- FREE RESOURCE --✨ Download: The Healing Quick Start Guide → https://empoweredsurvivors.com/heal -- CONNECT WITH BETH --✨ Website → https://empoweredsurvivors.com/✨ TikTok → BethJonesHEALingMentor ✨ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethjoneshealingmentor/ -- CONNECT WITH EDDY ANDERSON --✨ Facebook: ttps://www.facebook.com/share/17uceGzxRp/✨ TikTok: EddyAnderson1 (@realtalkeddy1)

    1h 2m
  4. Ep 43: How to Love Difficult People Well

    JAN 27

    Ep 43: How to Love Difficult People Well

    Have you ever felt trapped in a cycle of people pleasing, constantly putting out fires to keep everyone happy, only to realize you've completely lost yourself in the process? What if the way you're trying to show love is actually destroying your relationships and keeping you from experiencing God's unconditional love?In this episode, I sit down with Katina Wilkins, author of Love is Complicated, to unpack the exhausting reality of loving difficult people without sacrificing yourself. Katina shares her rock-bottom moment of realizing she felt no love for her own family because she was trapped in performance-based love. Together, we explore the massive difference between being a "peacekeeper" (acting out of fear) and a "peacemaker" (acting from love), and how to set boundaries that honor both God and yourself.In this episode, you'll discover: ✨ The critical difference between peacekeeping and peacemaking. ✨ Why 1 Corinthians 13 is often misinterpreted in ways that keep us small. ✨ How to identify if you're operating from performance-based love. ✨ Strategies for dealing with family members who keep a record of wrongs. ✨ My personal story of losing my identity in a 33-year marriage. ✨ How to love difficult people without sacrificing your mental health or sense of self.Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Personal Struggles00:22 Welcome to Let's Heal with Beth Jones01:14 Guest Introduction: Katina Wilkins02:43 Katina's Journey and Book: Love is Complicated05:34 Understanding Love Through Faith08:00 Personal Reflections on Love and Healing11:55 Childhood Influences and People Pleasing15:20 The Impact of Parental Relationships18:14 The Path to Self-Love and Healing31:58 The Difference Between Peacekeeping and Peacemaking37:33 Clarifying Remote Control Dynamics38:25 Biblical Manipulation and Family Dynamics38:53 Setting Boundaries with Love41:30 Challenges of Forgiveness and Moving Forward44:02 Addressing Long Lists of Transgressions53:24 Judgment vs. Setting Boundaries01:05:44 Practical Application of Bible Study01:09:55 Conclusion and Contact Information-- FREE RESOURCES --✨ Download: Empowered Survivors' The Healing Quick Start Guide Empowered Survivors/Heal ✨Podcast on TV: BraveHeartsTV Network launch premiering February 5, 2026 Let's Heal Podcast TV -- CONNECT WITH KATINA WILKINS –✨ Website: https://mbmlifecoaching.com/✨ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katina.wilkins-- CONNECT WITH BETH -✨ Website → https://empoweredsurvivors.com/✨ TikTok → TikTok✨ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethjoneshealingmentor/#howtoheal #healingmentor #healingjourney #peoplepleasing #traumarecovery

    1h 14m
  5. Ep 42: Heal to Date or Date to Heal?

    JAN 15

    Ep 42: Heal to Date or Date to Heal?

    Is it better to heal before you date, or date to heal? Beth Jones and Dating Coach Leandra Frey tackle the realities of love after loss. From the "One Year Rule" regarding divorce to identifying "pink flags" before they burn you, this episode provides a roadmap for conscious dating. Beth also shares her personal story of how she manifested her fiancé and the "Awakener" relationship that taught her to trust her gut. -- CHAPTERS -- 00:00 Nostalgia and New York City 01:03 Introduction to Let's Heal with Beth Jones 01:34 The Paradox of Healing and Dating 02:06 Meet Leandra Frey: Life and Dating Coach 03:41 Navigating Post-Divorce Dating 09:50 Understanding Values and Non-Negotiables 12:01 The Impact of Media on Relationships 22:05 The Role of Belief in Finding Love 22:55 The Timing of Dating Post-Divorce 27:25 Navigating Post-Divorce Emotions 28:18 Widows and Widowers: Different Timelines for Healing 29:29 The Importance of Self-Discovery in Dating 30:14 Approaching Relationships with Love and Connection 32:41 Setting Intentions and Boundaries in Dating 39:43 Recognizing Red and Pink Flags 42:05 The Value of Diverse Dating Experiences 50:47 Final Thoughts and Contact Information -- FREE RESOURCE --✨ Download: The Healing Quick Start Guide → https://empoweredsurvivors.com/heal -- CONNECT WITH LEANDRA FREY --✨ Website: leandrafreycoaching.com✨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freycoaching/ -- WORK WITH BETH --✨ Mentoring (1:1 / group) → https://empoweredsurvivors.com/work-with-me✨ Speaking & Interviews → https://empoweredsurvivors.com/speaking✨ Book: "Becoming an Empowered Survivor" → https://empoweredsurvivors.com/books -- CONNECT WITH BETH --✨ Website → https://empoweredsurvivors.com/✨ TikTok → @BethJonesHEALingMentor✨ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethjoneshealingmentor/

    53 min
  6. Ep 41: Perfect Women Have Lame Stories

    JAN 6

    Ep 41: Perfect Women Have Lame Stories

    Elaine Williams shares her journey from eating disorders, addiction, and sexual assault to 25 years of sobriety and a career helping professionals find their authentic voice. We discuss the visceral experience of forgiveness, the "Yale or Jail" reality of trauma, and why comedy became her healing tool. Beth also shares the irony of being a forensic investigator who couldn't investigate her own life. -- CHAPTERS -- 00:00 Introduction and Personal Struggles01:10 Elaine Williams' Journey Begins04:28 Childhood Trauma and Early Addictions07:19 College Years and Escalating Addictions11:37 Landmark Forum and Spiritual Awakening14:53 Moving to New York and AA Journey26:01 Comedy and Healing Through Laughter29:23 Sharing Personal Stories of Trauma and Healing30:03 The Impact of the Me Too Movement30:36 The Emotional Toll of Speaking About Trauma32:10 Celebrating Sobriety and Community Support32:44 The Power of AA and Global Reach34:28 Helping Others Find Their Voice35:37 Overcoming Social Conditioning39:09 Encouraging Authenticity and Self-Discovery42:27 The Importance of Sharing Your Story44:35 Reflecting on Personal and Professional Growth54:08 Conclusion and Final Thoughts -- FREE RESOURCE --✨ Download: The Healing Quick Start Guide → https://empoweredsurvivors.com/heal -- CONNECT WITH ELAINE WILLIAMS --✨ Website: https://captivatethecrowd.com/ ✨ Instagram ✨ Facebook ✨ YouTube -- WORK WITH BETH --✨ Mentoring (1:1 / group) → https://empoweredsurvivors.com/work-with-me✨ Speaking & Interviews → https://empoweredsurvivors.com/speaking✨ Book: "Becoming an Empowered Survivor" → https://empoweredsurvivors.com/books -- CONNECT WITH BETH --✨ Website → https://empoweredsurvivors.com/✨ TikTok → @BethJonesHEALingMentor✨ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethjoneshealingmentor/

    55 min
  7. Ep 40: The Razor Thin Line Between Success and Homelessness

    12/19/2025

    Ep 40: The Razor Thin Line Between Success and Homelessness

    Travis Blakeley joins Beth Jones for a raw look at high-functioning addiction and the roots of trauma. Travis shares his journey from a childhood of "transactional love" to the depths of alcoholism that led him to a suicide attempt on a bridge. He discusses his transformative experience with the Men of Nehemiah, how he broke the cycle of generational trauma, and why vulnerability is the only true superpower we have. This conversation explores the dangerous myth that addiction only affects those who "look" like addicts, the spiritual breakthrough that changed everything, and how Travis is now paying forward his healing by helping other men find restoration. -- CHAPTERS -- 00:00 Introduction to Travis Blakeley 05:30 The "Big T" Trauma at age 11 10:16 The addiction to control and performative love 24:24 The marathon deception: Running injured and drunk 30:09 Rock Bottom: The 25-mile walk and the bridge 39:38 The Men of Nehemiah: The march that changed everything 48:25 Shifting motivation: Healing for yourself, not just your family 55:20 The power of clinical, spiritual, and military therapy combined 01:00:00 Paying it forward: The ultimate reward -- FREE RESOURCE --               ✨ Download: The Healing Quick Start Guide → https://empoweredsurvivors.com/heal -- WORK WITH BETH -- ✨ Mentoring 1:1 → https://empoweredsurvivors.com/work-with-me ✨ Book: "Becoming an Empowered Survivor" → https://empoweredsurvivors.com/books   -- CONNECT WITH BETH -- ✨ Website → https://empoweredsurvivors.com/ ✨ TikTok → @BethJonesHEALingMentor   -- CONNECT WITH TRAVIS BLAKELEY -- ✨ Through Beth: beth@empoweredsurvivors.com   Thank you for listening to this podcast. Please click the "SUBSCRIBE" button to stay connected with this podcast and our conversations about deep healing. #AddictionRecovery #TraumaHealing #MenOfNehemiah #FaithBasedHealing #MentalHealth #BethJones #LetsHeal #howtoheal

    1h 6m

About

Hey, Empowered Survivors! Welcome to Let's HEAL! I'm your host, Beth Jones, aka the HEALing Mentor. My mission is to inspire and mentor other survivors of trauma and abuse as they walk their healing pathways. I’m here to help you become fiercely devoted to your healing, turning your pain into your power. My experience tells me that the measure of trauma and abuse is not the events or experiences we’ve had as victims; instead, the real measure is the effect on our lives and how we survive, including how we behave in our closest relationships. For many of us, our survivorship is unhealthy and painful, often laced with more trauma and abuse, but there comes a point when we’re given an opportunity to heal. I am blessed to have stepped on my healing pathway in June 2020, and my journey since then has taught me that the healing process takes us through a series of actions to Hope, Evolve, & Love. Knowing true love is the endgame because being able to love across a wide range of relationships brings joy and purpose to our lives and meaning to our existence. Ultimately, knowing love is THE reason to HEAL. That’s why we're all about healing on this show, and through our guests, we will explore HEALing in action. Sometimes, I'll share my journey. Other times, we'll hear from fellow survivors about their transformational healing experiences, bringing purpose to their pain and shining light in the darkness of this world. We'll also have conversations with gifted healers and learn about various resources and tools from those who support us on our journeys. Come on, everybody, Let's HEAL!