In this powerful episode, Aisha sits down with certified trauma recovery coach Aja Rutledge for an honest, deeply insightful conversation about how trauma shapes parenting, identity, and emotional wellness—particularly for Black women and Single Mothers by Choice. Together, they explore how childhood trauma shows up in adulthood, the difference between big “T” and little “t” trauma, and how unhealed wounds can echo through generations.
Aja shares compassionate, practical strategies for emotional regulation, understanding the body’s responses to stress, and building healthier internal and family systems. Through personal reflection and professional insight, Aja and Aisha speak to the importance of self-awareness, mothering from a place of healing, and creating supportive environments for both mothers and children. This episode offers grounding wisdom, vulnerability, and tools for any woman navigating complex emotional landscapes while striving to parent with intention, love, and care.
Learn more about Aja and explore her curated collection of resources:
The Healing Shelf — Trauma-Informed Book Club
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