Trauma Hiders Club Podcast Karen Goldfinger Baker

THC 128 - Breaking Free from Negative Influences with Birgitta Visser On this episode of Trauma Hiders Club my guest is Birgitta Visser a Soul Empowerment Coach and Light Configurator. Birgitta's life path has been an extraordinary and diverse one. She has traveled the world, immersing herself in different cultures and pursuing a wide array of occupations, ranging from modelling and website design to bartending and corporate work. She's also been a healer, teacher, oracle card reader, jewellery designer, and creator of organic soaps and candles.Despite encountering turbulence and trauma along her path, Birgitta has learned to embrace her unique qualities and overcome adversity.On this episode of Trauma Hiders Club, Brigitta shares her journey towards healing from childhood trauma and brings insights on cutting out negative influences and prioritizing self-love and joy. We discuss love, forgiveness, pain projection and pursuing a fulfilling life.As Brigitta shares her story, you’ll learn about the bullying she endured in high school and about the loss of her father. Brigitta celebrated the publication of her book in September 2022, which has garnered much success. You’ll also hear about Brigitta's personal experiences with therapists, both negative and positive and the transformative power of deep trauma therapy, and how it incorporates techniques available to all of us, but often unknown or misunderstood."Every time something traumatic happens, it's an opportunity to reevaluate ourselves."— Birgitta VisserThis Week on Trauma Hiders Club• Bullying• Self-love and forgiveness• Women’s empowerment• Therapy• Overcoming fear• Reflection on the loss of a loved one• Finding fulfillment• Self-awarenessResources:Brigitta’s website: https://www.powersoulhealing.com/ (https://www.powersoulhealing.com/)Brigitta’s Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/186430355979894 (https://www.facebook.com/groups/186430355979894)Brigitta on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/universallightwarriors/ (https://www.instagram.com/universallightwarriors/)Brigitta on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHrjXt3goKbsWVXNv9kq5Tg (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHrjXt3goKbsWVXNv9kq5Tg)Where High Achievers Get Through Shit - TOGETHER Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Trauma Hiders Club ‘The Podcast’ with Karen Goldfinger Baker. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/trauma-hiders-club-podcast/id1569664269) | TuneIn (https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Trauma-Hiders-Club-Podcast-p1444567/) |

THC 127 - A Musical Path to Forgiveness with Tina DavidsonOn this episode of Trauma Hiders Club my guest is Tina Davidson, who is a highly regarded American composer, creates music that stands out for its emotional depth and lyrical dignity. Lauded for her authentic voice, The New York Times has praised her “vivid ear for harmony and colors.” Opera News describes Tina Davidson’s music as, “transfigured beauty,” and the Philadelphia Inquirer writes that she writes “real music, with structure, mood, novelty and harmonic sophistication – with haunting melodies that grow out of complex, repetitive rhythms." Her book, Let Your Heart Be Broken, was published in 2023. Her memoir traces her extraordinary life in equally lyrical language, juxtaposing memories, journal entries, notes on compositions in progress, and insights into the life of an artist – and a mother – at work.  Over her forty-five year career, Davidson has been commissioned by well-known ensembles such as National Symphony Orchestra, OperaDelaware, Roanoke Symphony, VocalEssence, Kronos Quartet, Cassatt Quartet, and public television (WHYY-TV). Her music has been widely performed by many orchestras and ensembles, including The Philadelphia Orchestra, American Composers Orchestra, St. Paul Chamber Orchestra, Relâche Ensemble, and Orchestra 2001. She is recorded on Albany Records, New World Records, and Deutsche Grammophone.On this episode of Trauma Hiders Club, we talk about forgiveness, reparenting, and the extraordinary power of music to soothe the soul as Tina shares her powerful story.From discovering her adoption at a tender age, the profound effects it had on her sense of identity and belonging and how music changed and became a part of her identity and life.You’ll hear about the secrecy she shrouded her adoption in and the eventual emotional upheaval of leaving their foster family. Tina's experiences shed light on the complex dynamics of family and attachment. With an artistic career as a backdrop, Tina has confronted her trauma, and is firmly on the path towards healing and self-discovery.“From a very early age, I don't want to say music was my alter ego, but it was a place that I could be safe.” Tina DavidsonThis Week on Trauma Hiders Club:• Gilbert and Sullivan• Melodies• Adoption• Growth over dysfunction• Forgiveness• Reparenting• Teaching• Story through music Resources:Tina Davidson’s Website: https://www.tinadavidson.com/ (https://www.tinadavidson.com/)Tina on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tina.davidson.5205/ (https://www.facebook.com/tina.davidson.5205/)Tina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/tinadavidson.music/ (https://www.instagram.com/tinadavidson.music/)Tina on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrDxwJr9x_EvCiCT8LHt2wQ (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrDxwJr9x_EvCiCT8LHt2wQ)Tina Davidson’s memoir, Let Your Heart Be Broken, Life and Music from a Classical Composer on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Let-Your-Heart-Broken-Classical/dp/1633376974 (https://www.amazon.com/Let-Your-Heart-Broken-Classical/dp/1633376974)Where High Achievers Get Through Shit - TOGETHER Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Trauma Hiders Club ‘The Podcast’ with Karen Goldfinger Baker. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. 

THC126 - Unexpected Gut PunchToday I share something that completely gutted me. It came from nowhere.I can’t be sure if I came across it because some divine presence wanted me to learn something. But it affected me.There is no call to action, no advice, nothing that you need to do, no judgment regarding what you should want to do…All I offer is an invitation to consider life: Brian’s life and your own.That’s all. Simple and difficult.Brian ELDRIDGE Obituary“May 1947 - July 2023 Brian was a quiet shy boy and man. He was bullied as a child and teenager because of his shyness and vulnerability. As an adult he didn't fit in. He never learned to use a computer or a cell phone, which kept him from applying for most jobs. He worked and supported himself through paper routes, aluminum can recycling and janitorial work. He was exploited by employers. His last job, was cleaning a bingo hall at midnight for $10 per hour 7 nights a week 364 days a year with just less than the minimum weekly hours to have any rights or benefits. His employer fired him on Christmas Eve with no notice. He had worked there for over 15 years. He had no friends or family who kept up with him. He was quiet, smart, generous and lonely. When found in his apartment he had been dead at least 4 days. I'll miss him”.“The only invitation I offer is to consider life”— Karen Goldfinger BakerThanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Trauma Hiders Club ‘The Podcast’ with Karen Goldfinger Baker. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/trauma-hiders-club-podcast/id1569664269) | TuneIn (https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Trauma-Hiders-Club-Podcast-p1444567/) | GooglePlay (https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9vbW55LmZtL3Nob3dzL3RyYXVtYS1oaWRlcnMtY2x1Yi9wbGF5bGlzdHMvcG9kY2FzdC5yc3M) | Stitcher (https://www.stitcher.com/show/trauma-hiders-club-podcast) | Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/6W1KbnaUAOekbiXyhCF1f2) | Amazon Music (https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/e8ff8ce6-d410-4eec-b482-b297f7cb8a24/Trauma-Hiders-Club-Podcast) Be sure to share your favorite episodes on social media to help me reach more high achievers, like you. Join me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/kbakercleve), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/kaygeebee007/), and LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/bakerk/) and visit my website (https://www.karengoldfingerbaker.com/) to discover the rules of Trauma Club and grab your free download:Discover 5 Ways Your F*****y Is Getting In The Way of The Next Level of Your Success.VISIT TRAUMA HIDERS CLUB WEBSITE

THC 125 - Exploring PTSD and Healing with Erik DaRosaOn this episode of Trauma Hiders Club my guest is Erik DaRosa. Erik, known by friends as “Yoda,” is the Founder and CEO of From Survivor to Thriver, a mental health advocate, speaker, author and Co-host of the popular From Survivor to Thriver podcast. Through his work and his own experience, Erik is upending the front-end of the mental health space and building a bridge between those who seek resources and those who provide both help and hope. Each week on his podcast, he tackles different mental health topics through honest and relatable "kitchen table" conversations with real people who are helping to shatter mental health stigmas and find their voices. He aims to normalize discussions around mental health topics and remind his audience they are not alone, there is strength in community and "it's perfectly ok to not always be ok.” He lives in Snowmass Village, Colorado.On this episode of Trauma Hiders Club, Erik reflects on his own life and the many hidden aspects he concealed for a significant period of time. He shares his incredible journey of healing and self-discovery and opens up about his recent PTSD diagnosis. He discusses how it has changed his life in unexpected ways.We discuss the importance of destigmatizing mental illness and the power of a supportive community. You’ll find out about the transformative trip to New York City to and experience with OCD. Erik's story is one of resilience, growth, and the pursuit of mental well-being.“I thought I was broken. I thought I was fucked up. I thought I... I used to look around at all my friends, and I would think what's wrong with me? Everybody else is normal, and I've got these thoughts in my head that if anybody even found out about, they would call the police, I'd be locked up.” — Erik DaRosaThis Week on Trauma Hiders Club:• Recognizing energy vampires and surround yourself with givers.• Destigmatizing mental illness and build a supportive community.• PTSD diagnosis bringing relief and hope.•  Speaking up about mental health.•  New York City: a place of healing and growth.•  Combinng Western and Eastern medicine for holistic healing.•  Releasing trauma through reiki and body awareness.•  Finding healing through personal passions and activities.•  Normalizing conversations about mental health for progress.Resources:Listen to Erik’s Podcast ‘From Survivor to Thriver’ HERE (https://open.spotify.com/show/4Ki6AuWRD57kEVcSuFVwQK)Read Erik’s article in SkiMag.com ‘How Skiing Saved My Life’ HERE (https://www.skimag.com/performance/how-skiing-saved-my-life-after-a-silent-battle-with-my-mental-health/)Connect with Erik on LinkedIn HERE (https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikdarosa/)Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Trauma Hiders Club ‘The Podcast’ with Karen Goldfinger Baker. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/trauma-hiders-club-podcast/id1569664269) | TuneIn (https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Trauma-Hiders-Club-Podcast-p1444567/) | GooglePlay (https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9vbW55LmZtL3Nob3dzL3RyYXVtYS1oaWRlcnMtY2x1Yi9wbGF5bGlzdHMvcG9kY2FzdC5yc3M) |

On the eve of my 60th birthday, I invite you to my birthday party episode on Trauma Hiders Club.So today I share 60 life lessons gathered through a journey of ups and downs.From finding the power in pain to the power of kindness. The wisdom in saying "no," to the magic of rest and the beauty of authenticity.I’ve come to learn that everything from birth and even grief leads to growth. It has been a profound realization to discover we are all worthy.Every trauma hider can enjoy the liberation of shedding generational baggage. Somy birthday gift to you, and share in the importance of laughter and clean sheets.“Powerful doesn’t show up as the loudest voice in the room”— Karen Goldfinger BakerThis Week on Trauma Hiders Club •         Discover how kindness is the foundation.•         Learn why saying "no" creates space for "yes."•         Realize the power of insight coupled with action.•         Explore the beauty in the quiet spaces of life.•         Understand that love and growth emerge from grief.Where High Achievers Get Through Shit - TOGETHER Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Trauma Hiders Club ‘The Podcast’ with Karen Goldfinger Baker. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/trauma-hiders-club-podcast/id1569664269) | TuneIn (https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Trauma-Hiders-Club-Podcast-p1444567/) | GooglePlay (https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9vbW55LmZtL3Nob3dzL3RyYXVtYS1oaWRlcnMtY2x1Yi9wbGF5bGlzdHMvcG9kY2FzdC5yc3M) | Stitcher (https://www.stitcher.com/show/trauma-hiders-club-podcast) | Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/6W1KbnaUAOekbiXyhCF1f2) | Amazon Music (https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/e8ff8ce6-d410-4eec-b482-b297f7cb8a24/Trauma-Hiders-Club-Podcast) Be sure to share your favorite episodes on social media to help me reach more high achievers, like you. Join me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/kbakercleve), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/kaygeebee007/), and LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/bakerk/) and visit my website (https://www.karengoldfingerbaker.com/) to discover the rules of Trauma Club and grab your free download:Discover 5 Ways Your Fuckery Is Getting In The Way of The Next Level of Your Success.VISIT TRAUMA HIDERS CLUB WEBSITE

On this episode of Trauma Hiders Club, Actor and entertainer, Percy Brown.Hailing from New York City, he is known for his unstoppable talent and magnetic charisma. He began honing his intellect and strategy in chess at the age of 7 and found his passion for acting at 14. Percy attended the Urban Assembly School for the Performing Arts, where he was nurtured by the renowned Epic Theatre Company. He went on to major in Theatre at St. Bonaventure University, earning a BA in Fine Arts/Theatre in 2018. Percy's dedication and talent have propelled him to launch The Prince of Fresh Air Podcast in 2020, which has rapidly gained a global audience.Listen in and you’ll learn how reading novels allowed him to tap into a different universe and spark creativity. Percy shares insights into his passion for acting and the complexities of this art form, striving for realism and emotional attachment to characters.Percy shares his personal experiences in foster care, explaining the emotional and physical trauma he endured.You’ll hear about the strained relationship with his real family, the challenges of finding his self-identity, and how he has arrived to a place of acceptance.“I think doing Shakespeare challenged me as an actor because it wasn't as easy as just playing a boy next door. It wasn't it was a lot more simple, a lot more context, and a lot of dialogue.”— Percy BrownThis Week on Trauma Hiders Club•  The versatility of ‘Dead Ass’•  Understanding the importance of time as you age.•  Voice induction class in college taught the power of inflection.•  Acting is a skilled and complex art.•  How Shakespeare helps.•  Gang activity, law and order shootings, celebrities.•  Strict foster care, lack skills, severe discipline•  Escaping reality through books and chess.•  Finally enjoying vacation and advancing acting career.•  Dedicated to acting, prioritizing enjoyment of life.•  Using your voice.Where High Achievers Get Through Shit - TOGETHER Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Trauma Hiders Club ‘The Podcast’ with Karen Goldfinger Baker. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/trauma-hiders-club-podcast/id1569664269) | TuneIn (https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Trauma-Hiders-Club-Podcast-p1444567/) | GooglePlay (https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9vbW55LmZtL3Nob3dzL3RyYXVtYS1oaWRlcnMtY2x1Yi9wbGF5bGlzdHMvcG9kY2FzdC5yc3M) | Stitcher (https://www.stitcher.com/show/trauma-hiders-club-podcast) | Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/6W1KbnaUAOekbiXyhCF1f2) | Amazon Music (https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/e8ff8ce6-d410-4eec-b482-b297f7cb8a24/Trauma-Hiders-Club-Podcast) Be sure to share your favorite episodes on social media to help me reach more high achievers, like you. Join me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/kbakercleve),