Episode 171: Breaking Free from Trauma: How Forgiveness Transforms Health, Mindset, and Faith | Lynn Eldridge

Visibly Fit with Wendie Pett

Have you ever felt weighed down by the past, unable to move forward because of trauma, distorted perceptions, or unforgiveness? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Lynn Eldridge—an acclaimed author, inner healing coach, and international minister—as she shares her raw and transformative journey from mental illness, addiction, and brokenness to freedom, healing, and a life of purpose.

Lynn’s story will inspire you to confront the hidden judgments and negative beliefs that could be holding you back. Together, we dive deep into how past pain shapes your relationships, your health, and even your faith. From the grip of unforgiveness to the surprising role of nutrition and obedience in healing, Lynn offers actionable steps to begin your own journey of restoration.

If you’re tired of the weight of life’s “dramas and traumas,” this episode is your call to rise. You’ll leave with practical insights, encouragement, and the inspiration to rewrite your story. Healing is possible, and it begins with a single step. Let this be yours! Tune in now.

Chapter:

[00:00] Podcast Preview

[00:58] Introduction to the Visibly Fit Podcast

[01:34] Judgment and Perception

[02:26] Guest Introduction: Lynn Eldridge

[04:26] The Inspiration Behind "Perceptions"

[05:17] Personal Struggles with Anorexia

[07:22] The Path to Understanding Judgments

[08:09] Mental Health and Treatment

[10:39] The Impact of Childhood Judgments

[12:05] The Key to Health: Forgiveness

[12:28] Finding Freedom in Christ

[15:05] The Dangers of Sugar

[16:03] Nutrition and Mental Clarity

[19:20] Shifting Expectations

[20:41] The Power of Words and Attitude

[22:02] Listening to Your Body

[25:00] The Role of Spirituality in Healing

[30:26] Surrendering Control to God

[33:27] A Life Transformed

[38:11] Encouragement for the Struggling

[39:17] The Pursuit of Healing

[42:12] Lynn's Remarkable Past

[45:06] Closing Thoughts and Resources

Resources mentioned:

Lynn Eldridge's Website

Visibly Fit 7-Week Accelerator Program

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Lynn Eldridge is an acclaimed author, motivational speaker, inner healing coach, and international minister based in Franklin, Tennessee. Despite being raised in the church in Illinois, Lynn grew up in an environment marked by resentment, control, and rejection, particularly from her mother. These early experiences left her battling mental health challenges, distorted perceptions, and unresolved traumas.

Through her memoir, Bipolar to Beloved: A Journey from Mental Illness to Freedom, and her latest book, Perceptions: Healing from Distortions of God, Self, and Others, Lynn courageously shares her journey of overcoming deep-rooted pain and finding freedom through forgiveness and faith. Her teachings explore how past dramas and traumas shape our relationships, self-image, and understanding of God.

Today, Lynn is a beacon of hope, empowering others to heal from their past and embrace a life of freedom, joy, and purpose through her books, speaking engagements, and mentoring programs.

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