Episode 125. The Power of EMDR: Rewiring Trauma and Reclaiming Your Truth, with Boaz Gilboa
Ep 125. The Power of EMDR: Rewiring Trauma and Reclaiming Your Truth, with Boaz Gilboa
In this episode, Ash Butterss sits down with Boaz Gilboa, founder of MindCalmr, osteopath, and trauma-informed coach, to explore what it really takes to reclaim emotional freedom after trauma.
Boaz opens up about his journey through divorce, addiction, and family dysfunction, and how programs like NA, ACOA, CODA, and Debtors Anonymous each played a unique role in his growth. He shares how his experience with EMDR inspired him to create MindCalmr, a platform making high-quality trauma processing tools free and accessible.
Ash and Boaz discuss the connection between nervous system dysregulation, self-sabotage, and inherited beliefs, how trauma can manifest in subtle ways, and why personal truth is never absolute. This conversation is both intellectually rich and deeply practical, providing tools and reflections for anyone seeking to break free from old patterns and step into a life of authenticity, compassion, and emotional sovereignty.
The episode highlights are:
00:00 Unmasking the Truth Behind the Smile
03:10 Beau's Journey: From Science to Healing
06:05 The Impact of Family Dynamics on Personal Growth
09:13 Navigating the 12-Step Fellowships
12:01 Exploring Codependency and Self-Worth
15:13 Understanding Trauma and Its Effects
18:03 The Role of Parenting in Emotional Development
21:03 Finding Balance in Parenting and Self-Care
24:12 The Journey of Financial Responsibility
26:59 Defining Codependency and Its Manifestations
32:05 Emotional Independence in Relationships
34:52 Choosing Yourself: The Journey of Separation
36:44 The Impact of Parenting on Future Generations
37:56 Exploring EMDR Therapy and Its Benefits
43:03 Redefining Truth in Healing
48:40 The Connection Between Trauma and Self-Sabotage
52:42 Developing a Personal Higher Power
57:17 Non-Negotiables for a Fulfilling Life
You can connect with Boaz through the MindCalmr website here.
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If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health or addiction, please reach out for support. Some support options include:
• A healthcare professional
• Alcoholics Anonymous
• Lifeline or Beyond Blue (Australia)
• CheckPoint (Global)
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