Heal, Thrive, Dream: The Six Pillars of Holistic Wellness with Karen Robinson

Episode Summary:

In this episode of The Mindful Living Podcast, Sana interviews Karen Robinson, a licensed therapist with over 24 years of experience and founder of the Heal, Thrive, Dream movement. Karen shares her personal healing journey as a complex trauma survivor and how it inspired her to develop the Six Pillars of Holistic Wellness: mental health, emotional healing, relational healing, physical healing, nutrition, and spiritual/energetic healing. Together, Sana and Karen explore how these pillars provide a comprehensive framework for addressing trauma, anxiety, and depression, emphasizing the importance of self-care, mindfulness, and sustainable wellness practices. Karen also discusses the connection between trauma and physical health, offering practical, accessible strategies for integrating healing into daily life.

About the Guest:

Karen Robinson is a trauma therapist, coach, and the founder of the Heal, Thrive, Dream movement. A survivor of complex trauma, Karen has dedicated her career to helping women heal from the effects of anxiety, depression, and trauma. Her holistic approach focuses on six interconnected pillars of healing that address the mind, body, and soul. Karen is also passionate about empowering women through financial independence and holistic wellness. She organizes summits and workshops, providing resources to help individuals build resilience and thrive beyond their challenges. Listeners are encouraged to visit Karen’s website, ⁠Heal Thrive Dream,⁠ to access resources, learn about upcoming summits, and explore coaching opportunities. The easiest way to reach Karen is to email using the contact form on the website or email her at healthrivedream@gmail.com. Take a step, big or small, toward your healing journey today!

Key Takeaways:

1. The Six Pillars of Holistic Wellness
   Karen’s approach encompasses mental health, emotional healing, relational healing, physical health, nutrition, and spiritual/energetic healing, offering a comprehensive path to well-being.

2. Personal Healing Journey
   Karen shared her story of overcoming trauma, including growing up in a dysfunctional family, surviving domestic violence, and navigating religious and personal challenges. Her journey highlights the transformative power of spirituality and hope.

3. Nutrition and Emotional Health
   Nutrition plays a significant role in emotional well-being. Karen suggests small, actionable steps, such as adding more vegetables to your diet, and consulting a nutritionist if possible.

4. Accessible Healing Practices
   Practices like meditation, journaling, restorative yoga, and mindful movement are effective yet cost-free ways to release emotional tension and support healing.

5. Empowerment Through Business Ventures
   Karen supports women entrepreneurs through services like website creation and digital marketing, promoting financial independence alongside emotional healing.

6. Practical Advice for Busy Lives
   Karen encourages tuning into your intuition and focusing on what feels most necessary daily, whether that’s writing, stretching, or taking a moment for mindfulness.