61 episodes
"She Seems So Normal" by Leigh Mackenzie Leigh Mackenzie, author/podcaster
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4.9 • 16 Ratings
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Looking for biblical answers to hard faith questions about trauma? Wanna know you're not alone, there's hope, help, and healing & more from someone who's been there and survived? This vulnerable, transparent podcast documentary is written and narrated by megachurch sermon researcher, magazine writer, and author: Leigh Mackenzie-The Church Girl Writes.
Topics: Trauma Healing for Women (PTSD/anxiety/panic attacks); Grooming; CSA; Marriage; Family+Friends+Faith Leader Support; EMDR Therapy. **PG-rated, trigger material suitable for age 16+ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/leighmackenzie
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Episode 60: Epilogue and The Rest of the 23rd (End Season 1)
We wrap up the season with a bonus episode: The end narrative, final notes, and the rest of the 23rd psalm.
How appropriate this final episode publishes three days after my 52nd birthday, on the 23rd of 2023? God has a crazy sense of humor.
What's next for me? Stay tuned. Look for anxiety toolkit workshops, an anxiety strategy workbook and new discussion guide for SSSN on Amazon, and a BRAND NEW BOOK I'm writing with co-author Randy Petersen called "Stories Not Shared On Sundays" that we cannot wait to share with you soon.
Get all the updates when you sign up at www.leighmackenzie.com or follow on IG: @xoxo_leighmackenzie FB: XOXOLeigh Mackenzie
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Episode 59: Forgiveness Is Not A One And Done... Until It Is.
The final gripping chapter in "She Seems So Normal" as the Holy Spirit helps me finally - truly - forgive, confront, and heal. You can't make this stuff up, Friends.
Get the full story and all the resources:
Buy The Book On Amazon-- Buy two and donate copies to your local ministry leader, veteran, trauma warrior, shelter, jail ministry, or school!
Click HERE for a vast array of other incredible support resources on the website.
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Episode 58: Forgiveness Is The Key To The Kingdom (ONLY TWO MORE EPISODES IN SEASON 1)
Can we release others from their part in our suffering and pain? Is it possible to forgive the unforgivable? Is there absolution for abusers in heaven above - are s3xual predators saved from hell? With Jesus, the answer is yes.
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“I do not think that all who choose wrong roads perish; but their rescue consists in being put back on the right road. A sum can be put right: but only by going back til you find the error and working it afresh from that point, never by simply going on. Evil can be undone, but it cannot 'develop' into good. Time does not heal it. The spell must be unwound, bit by bit, 'with backward mutters of dissevering power' --or else not.”― C.S. Lewis, The Great Divorce
#TRAUMASURVIVOR #CSLEWISQUOTES #SHESEEMSSONORMAL #FORGIVENESS #CHRISTIANFORGIVENESS #CHRISTFORGIVES #CHRISTIANSFORGIVE
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Episode 57: His Hand Covers Mine - "Precious"
What does biblical healing look like between a husband and wife when one has trauma? How can God move a Christian marriage forward, heal deep rifts, and destroy lies from past distorted beliefs and storylines? There's hope for anyone questioning if their marriage can bounce back post-s3xual trauma therapy.
Only a few more episodes until the end of Season 1 of "She Seems So Normal" and I'm thrilled to present these last few in the book to you. Have you gotten your copy of She Seems So Normal: Shatter The Plastic Princess, Embrace Authentic Faith yet?
#traumatherapy #christianmarriages #hopeformarriages #christianmarriagestories #hopefilledstories #traumasurvivors #healingandhope #sheseemssonormal
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Episode 29: Don't Let Go (a creative fictionalized story of hope)
A little girl abandoned in a dark cave, afraid she's all alone until she encounters a shining man with kind, gentle eyes with scarred feet and wrists. Can she trust him?
**TW: While this is a creative fiction story, it may be triggering for anyone who has endured CSA, considered su!d!dal ideation, or felt isolated in the extreme.
In this episode, I also speak about the very public su!c!des of Anthony Bourdain and Kate Spade in 2018.
Article on Anthony Bourdain by the New Yorker Magazine.
Article on Kate Spade by the New York Times.
RESOURCES:
National U. S. 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline--Hours: Available 24 hours. Languages: English, Spanish. Learn more DIAL 988
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Episode 34: WHOOP WHOOP! Earnest Prayer PLUS BONUS INTERVIEW with Christopher
"I just know (praying earnestly) really DOES work... I didn't care that I didn't know (all the details); I just needed it to work so that's what I prayed for. I don't understand, but God does, and so that's what faith is."
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What's the difference between praying and EARNEST praying? Ask Christopher Mackenzie. I'm bringing my sweetie on the podcast after the narrative and you're in for a treat! (You won't get THIS in the book. Aren't you excited?)
SHARE this episode... we all could use a little more "Christopher Wisdom" in the world about how to love and pray for one another...
#prayinghusband #christianmarriage #30yearsmarried #ChristianCouples #Christiantestimony #ChristianPodcast #healingpodcast
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Customer Reviews
Awesome podcast and awesome Book!!
Leigh has an incredible podcast that’s both beautiful and relatable. Along those lines is an even better read, her book! If you love the voice she has and represents, definitely pick up a copy of her book as well “She Seems So Normal.” A must-listen!
for trauma survivors
For any woman who has endured ongoing suffering. This podcast is a journey through the process of finding your strength to fight back and to reclaim who you are in Jesus. Leigh Mackenzie does a beautiful job of holding the space, providing the words and walking others through the healing process! The most powerful podcast for any women seeking justice and mercy in the midst of the pain.
Honest. Brave. Relatable.
Leigh is courageous and has such a beautiful heart. She is authentic and relatable❣️