Healing Through Pain: Martha Kartaoui's Journey from Cult Survivor to Life Coach
Episode Overview
Lena Cebula, a survivor of drug addiction and human trafficking, hosts Love & Be Loved, a podcast that explores real stories of overcoming adversity and finding hope. In the episode 'Perfectly Imperfect,' Lena is joined by Martha Kartaoui, a survivor of a religious cult, who shares her journey of healing and transformation. Martha emphasizes the importance of feeling to heal and discusses the impact of trauma on one's life. The conversation delves into the transformative power of self-awareness, choice, and intentionality in navigating trauma and finding self-worth. Martha's experiences and insights offer valuable guidance on making intentional choices for healing and growth.
Pain is pain and requires our attention to truly heal. You can not heal without feeling. You must feel to heal.
Imagine surviving a religious cult and transforming that trauma into a life dedicated to helping others heal. That's the incredible journey of Martha Kartaoui, the guest on this episode of 'Love&BLoved with Lena Cebula'. Martha is a Certified Life and Health Coach, and a Spiritual Mentor, who has taken her own painful experiences and turned them into a beacon of hope for others.
In this episode, Martha opens up about her harrowing experiences within the cult and how she navigated her way out. She shares the raw truth that 'pain is pain', regardless of its source, and emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and feeling that pain to truly heal. Her insights are not just about surviving trauma but thriving despite it. Martha's philosophy is simple yet profound: every thought, emotion, and moment is a choice.
She discusses how finding even one thing to be grateful for can make a world of difference in our healing journeys. Her story is a powerful reminder that while life can be incredibly tough, resilience and gratitude can pave the way to recovery. Lena and Martha's conversation is both heart-wrenching and uplifting, offering listeners practical advice and emotional support. Whether you're dealing with your own struggles or supporting someone who is, this episode provides valuable perspectives on healing and growth.
Tune in for an inspiring dialogue that underscores the transformative power of self-awareness and intentional choices.