Pyschology

Surviving a Shooting: Andre Abouharb On The Power of the Mind (Spirituality)

21 April 2026|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |

Andre Abouharb was a young man enjoying a normal night out when a shooting changed everything. As founder and director of Catholic Apparel, Andre joins Debbie and Natalie to talk about faith, trauma and what healing really looks like. He shares how the Holy Spirit met him in crisis, how volunteering at Westmead became his therapy, and why forgiving someone you have never even identified set him free. In this episode, you will discover what it truly means to find purpose and mental health through faith.

Mastering Difficult Conversations and Unlocking Effective Feedback – Jacqualine Kay Raad

4 November 2025|Tags: , , , , , , |

Most of us would rather sidestep a tough conversation than have it. But here's the problem — avoidance doesn't make difficult feedback disappear. It just lets blind spots grow. In this episode of Finding Sanctuary, leadership consultant Jacqueline Raad breaks down why the "compliment sandwich" fails, how whole body listening transforms relationships, and why the conversations we dread most are often the ones that change us the most.

Unlocking the Brain’s Healing Power: A Deep Dive into EMDR Therapy

25 August 2025|Tags: , , , , , , , |

Clinical psychologists Heyam and Hanaan Haddad break down EMDR therapy and separate fact from fiction. They explain how this powerful technique helps trauma survivors heal by engaging both sides of the brain through eye movements, tappers, and audio. The conversation explores how trauma reshapes memory and behaviour, and why EMDR's becoming a game-changer for treating anxiety, PTSD, and even addictions. Heyam and Hanaan share real success stories that'll challenge any scepticism about innovative therapies. Whether you're struggling with your own trauma or supporting someone who is, you'll walk away understanding how deep emotional healing actually works—and why it matters.

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