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Healing in Layers: Trusting the Spiral, Not the Shortcut

Aug 12, 2025
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In this episode of Faithfully Healed, we invite you to shift your view of healing—not as a straight line or quick fix, but as a layered, spiraled journey filled with divine presence. Together, we dismantle the myth that “going back” means failure and embrace the sacred truth that healing happens in seasons, stages, and slow returnings.

This conversation is rooted in truth, healing, and the unwavering presence of God.

Whether you're wrestling with old wounds that seem to resurface, or wondering why you’re not “healed yet,” we pray this episode brings comfort and clarity. You’ll learn how God’s gentleness, not your performance, is the measure of healing. And how to name where you are today—not with shame, but with holy honesty.

We do things differently here. This is not just a conversation — it’s an invitation to walk with God layer by layer, breath by breath, knowing He is never in a rush.

 

In this episode, we talk about:

  • Why healing is layered, not linear—and how that’s a divine design
  • How to recognize the four layers of healing:
    ✔️ Cognitive: beliefs and thoughts
    ✔️ Neurological: nervous system and somatic patterns
    ✔️ Emotional: grief, fear, shame, anger
    ✔️ Spiritual: trust, surrender, identity in Christ
  • The myth of “one and done” healing—and why discipleship is the deeper path
  • Saint Hildegarde and the seasonal wisdom of healing
  • Scripture-led lectio divina reflections on:
    ✔️ Philippians 1:6
    ✔️ Joel 2:25
    ✔️ 2 Corinthians 4:16

The beauty of being “in the middle” of the process—and how God meets us there.

Anchor Quote: “Healing in layers isn’t failure—it’s faithfulness.”

Reflection: You’re not behind. You’re becoming. Wholeness isn’t the finish line—it’s a way of walking with God.

Resources & Mentions:

  • Scriptures for Reflection: Philippians 1:6, Joel 2:25, 2 Corinthians 4:16
  • Concept: Layered healing through cognitive, emotional, somatic, and spiritual integration
  • Tool: Lectio Divina (Sacred Scripture Meditation)
  • Learn more about upcoming programs and tools at https://www.thewonderfulcounselor.org/

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