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âI thought it was my fault.âIn this powerful episode, Hannah Gordon, Alanaâs daughter, shares what itâs like to grow up in a home impacted by betrayal traumaâand how that experience shaped her identity, relationships, and healing journey.From silent shame to emotional clarity, this conversation highlights:The reality of how kids internalize family painThe importance of giving children space to feelWhy healing doesnât mean âfeeling betterâ right awayâbut feeling lighterThis is a must-listen for parents, partners, and anyone navigating the long-term impact of relational trauma.Chapters04:22 Hannah Finding Her Voice06:25 Kids Internalize the Pain13:39 Necessary Hard and Growth19:33 Healing Was Not Linear22:32 Building Self Trust23:40 Therapy and Self Awareness28:44 Advice for Betrayed Partners32:07 Message to Hurting DadsRegister Now!***Use promo code PODCAST150 to get $150 off when you register for any Choose intensive or retreat in 2026!***NEW Help Her Heal Support Group for Men starting in April! - Register now to experience the deep healing that can come from learning about empathy, communication, and relational repair.đŠRise, Renew, Restore Somatic Healing Retreat in Costa Rica - Ready to experience deep somatic healing? Join us this July for a transformative 5-day intensive created specifically for women healing from betrayal trauma or navigating divorce. This is your opportunity to reconnect with your body's wisdom, release what you've been carrying, and heal alongside other women who truly understand your journey.  â€ïžâđ©čHelp Her Heal Menâs Intensive - This immersive intensive is designed specifically for men to learn how to support their partners as they heal from betrayal trauma. You will participate in experiential workshops, receive personalized feedback, and learn practical tools to develop the emotional capacity needed for relationship repair. Join us April 14th-17th in Spanish Fork, UT.đ§Revive and Thrive Somatic Intensive for Women - Join us for a transformative four-day somatic healing intensive for women carrying trauma and tension in their bodies. Experience gentle release through expert-guided breathwork, brainspotting, energy healing, and nature immersion as you reclaim your body. Intensive is May 5th-8th, 2026 in Spanish Fork, Utah. đ”We donât want finances to get in the way of your healing. Scholarships and payment plans (including buy now, pay later options) are available for all of our intensives. FREE Webinar - Wired For Pain - This webinar is designed to help couples understand why healing after betrayal can feel so painful, repetitive, and stuckâeven when both partners genuinely want things to improve. April 26th at 5pm Mountain Time.Get our FREE eBook - Healing From Betrayal Trauma: A Compassionate Guide to Reclaiming Your LifeQuestions or topics you'd like us to address? Send us an email with âChoose To Beâ as the subject to [email protected]. Watch usâ on YouTube.Follow us on Instagram: @choose_recovery_servicesâ Scheduleâ a complimentary consultation.Join our email list to be notified when new episodes air.More from Choose Recovery ServicesBeyond the Facade Podcast - Helping men live authentically and aligned with their values.Choose Healing - Weekly support group for women navigating betrayal trauma and its effects.Intensives - Immersive healing experiences designed for deep transformation in a short time.Help. Her. Heal - A program for men to build empathy, improve communication, and repair relationships.Beyond the Facade: Menâs Healing Group - Support for men working through addiction, shame, emotional growth, and relationship healing.â â â â â â The Empowered Divorce Podcastâ â â â â â with Amie Woolsey for those who are leaning toward divorce.â â â â â â Dating From Within - Learn to date yourself first and recognize when youâre ready for a healthy relationship.