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Are you struggling to forgive yourself? Do you hold a grudge against someone who harmed you physically, emotionally, or mentally? Do you find it hard to forgive the adults in your life who were supposed to protect you, but didn’t? Do you hold resentment against a whole class of people because you’ve been discriminated against? I’VE BEEN THERE. I KNOW. I’m Dr. Carron Silva, Your Forgiveness Guide. As a woman of faith, I’ve spent the last 30 years seeking healing for sexual, physical, and emotional abuse, and healing from racial discrimination. What I’ve learned is that therapy could only take me so far. I believe that FORGIVENESS IS THE WAY TO INTERIOR FREEDOM, but we cannot do it alone. We need God, and in particular, Jesus, the Divine Physician, with the love of the Holy Spirit, to help us through a process of forgiveness. On this podcast, I talk about all the things that help you develop a lifelong skill of forgiveness and empower you to forgive yourself, others, and God. As a Certified Wholeness and Catholic Mindset Coach, I help you to navigate emotionally challenging situations, cultivate resilience after trauma, and in a nurturing emotionally safe, empathic, nonjudgmental, confidential coaching relationship. Why wait? Freedom starts now. Here’s what you can do: Connect: Schedule a FREE consultation with me at www.drcarron.com Study: Want to explore forgiveness on your own time before digging deep? Sign up for my 5 Days to Forgiveness Self-Guided Mini Audio Retreat. https://drcarron.kartra.com/page/forgiveness-audio-retreat Receive: Invite me to your church or small faith-sharing group for a talk or half-day virtual or in-person forgiveness at info@drcarron.com
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Friends,
As Memorial Day approaches, we pause to remember the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. But there is another group of veterans quietly fighting battles long after deployment ends, those struggling to transition home, find belonging, and rediscover hope in civilian life.
In this deeply important conversation, I’m joined by retired Lt. Colonel John Garcia, host of the Regiment of the Cross podcast, to discuss the invisible struggles many veterans face after returning home from service.
John shares the heartbreaking realities surrounding veteran suicide, the emotional and psychological challenges of transitioning into civilian society, and the ways advocacy, agriculture, storytelling, and authentic human connection can help restore dignity, purpose, and hope.
Together, we explore:
- Why the transition home can feel isolating and disorienting
- The importance of belonging and being truly seen
- The emotional toll of military service and reintegration
- The alarming statistics surrounding veteran suicide
- How civilians can better support veterans in their communities
- Why storytelling and meaningful work can become pathways to healing
This episode is both a Memorial Day reflection and a call to greater compassion, awareness, and connection.
If you know someone serving in the military, transitioning home, or quietly struggling, please share this conversation with them.
Connect with John Garcia
- Listen to the Regiment of the Cross podcast
- Email: regimentofthecross@gmail.com
Connect with Dr. Carron
- Interested in joining Dr. Carron for a forgiveness Masterclass this summer? Join the Freedom to Forgive Interested List. This course is for Christian women 50+ who have survived trauma, spent years in therapy, are living good lives, but still feel something is missing. In this course, we will journey together through a process of healing, release and renewal.
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Credits
- Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva
- Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva
- Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva
- Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90)
- Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00
Disclaimer
Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression.
A Final Word
Thank you for listening, Friend.
Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.
Tuesday May 12, 2026
Tuesday May 12, 2026
Friends,
In a world marked by division, violence, and deep injustice, the question of forgiveness becomes anything but simple.
In this deeply personal episode, I reflects on my lived experience of Apartheid, a system that shaped my childhood, understanding of safety, and relationship to truth.
As global events echo familiar patterns of oppression and silenced voices, this episode explores what it means to hold both grief and compassion simultaneously.
Through the life and witness of Nelson Mandela, a man who moved from prisoner to president and chose forgiveness in the face of profound injustice, we are invited into a difficult, necessary question:
Who do we forgive when the system itself is the wound?
This conversation doesn’t offer easy answers. Instead, it creates space to reflect on:
- Trauma stored in the body and how it resurfaces
- The impact of hidden or distorted history
- The tension between justice and forgiveness
- The role of our shared humanity (Ubuntu) in healing
- Why forgiveness begins with people, not systems
“Systems are made of people, and when people change, systems change.”
Whether you are carrying personal wounds or witnessing injustice in the world around you, this episode invites you to consider one small but powerful step:
Who is one person you might be ready to forgive?
Reference(s)
https://youtu.be/hnpIyHzHukc?si=XF8MP2tISiITmP4M
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Credits
- Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva
- Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva
- Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva
- Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90)
- Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00
Disclaimer
Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression.
A Final Word
Thank you for listening, Friend.
Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.
Tuesday May 05, 2026
Tuesday May 05, 2026
Friends,
What does it do to your heart, your body, and your sense of safety to love someone struggling with alcohol use?
In this episode, I’m joined by holistic health and fitness coach Tresa Salters, who shares her story of loving a spouse with alcohol use disorder, and the lasting impact it had on her mental, physical, and spiritual health.
While much of the conversation around addiction focuses on the person struggling, this episode turns the lens toward the spouse and family members who are often left carrying unseen wounds.
Tresa opens up about the moment she knew something had to change, how she began protecting herself and her children, and what true healing has looked like in the years since.
If you’ve ever felt the ripple effects of someone else’s addiction, this conversation will remind you that your healing matters too.
Tresa's Links
Website: www.livewellwithtresa.com
Substack: https://substack.com/@tresarolandosalters
FB: https://www.facebook.com/tresa.rolando.salters
IG: https://www.instagram.com/livewellwithtresa/
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- Work with me 1:1 — Looking for shame‑free, nonjudgmental support on your healing journey? Schedule a free consultation and let’s chat: https://go.drcarron.com/chatwithdrcarron
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Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forgiveness-is-for-you-overcome-trauma-through-forgiveness/id1721956839
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Credits
- Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva
- Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva
- Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva
- Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90)
- Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00
Disclaimer
Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression.
A Final Word
Thank you for listening, Friend.
Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.
Tuesday Apr 28, 2026
Tuesday Apr 28, 2026
Friends,
In today’s episode of Forgiveness Is for YOU, I’m joined by forgiveness coach Abigail Sikes, who shares her story of forgiving her ex-husband nearly nine years after their divorce
Abigail shares how God redeemed the pain of divorce by calling her into forgiveness ministry.
In this conversation, we talk about:
- How infidelity leaves wounds that don’t quickly resolve
- The physical cost of unforgiveness
- The emotional (and even physical) cost of holding onto resentment
- What forgiveness actually looks like in real life, not just in theory
- And how healing begins, even when you don’t feel ready
If you’ve ever felt pressure to “just move on,” this episode gives you permission to pause and forgive from the heart.
Abigail's Link(s):
Website: https://forgivinggifts.com/
Reclaim YOU: https://reclaimyou.us/my-story
Connect with Dr. Carron
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Credits
- Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva
- Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva
- Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva
- Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90)
- Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00
Disclaimer
Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression.
A Final Word
Thank you for listening, Friend.
Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.
Tuesday Apr 21, 2026
Tuesday Apr 21, 2026
Friends,
When a marriage ends, many Catholics are left asking: Where do I belong now? Am I still part of the Church? And can I ever remarry?
In this episode, we explore the reality of divorce through the lens of the Catholic faith and the often misunderstood annulment process.
My guest, Theresa Matters, shares her personal journey through divorce and her experience seeking an annulment, and offers insight into how the Church carefully examines the validity of a marriage and what it means to find freedom, clarity, and healing on the other side.
Whether you are:
- A Catholic navigating life after divorce
- Considering the annulment process
- Or simply curious about what the Church actually teaches
This episode will help you understand the truth and the compassion at the heart of the Church.
In This Episode, We Cover:
- What the Catholic Church teaches about marriage and divorce
- The difference between divorce and annulment
- Common misconceptions about annulments (“Is it just Catholic divorce?”)
- What the annulment process actually looks like
- How to know if you might be eligible
- A personal story of healing and starting over
Theresa's Links:
IG: @little.way.freedom
Email: tmatters@gmail.com
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Resources & Next Steps:
- USCCB Annulment Information
- Learn more about the Catholic annulment process through your local parish
- Speak with a priest or tribunal advocate if you are discerning this path
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If Forgiveness Is for YOU resonates with you, please:
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Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forgiveness-is-for-you-overcome-trauma-through-forgiveness/id1721956839
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Credits
- Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva
- Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva
- Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva
- Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90)
- Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00
Disclaimer
Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression.
A Final Word
Thank you for listening, Friend.
Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.
Tuesday Apr 14, 2026
Tuesday Apr 14, 2026
Friends,
Divorce can feel like both a personal and spiritual rupture, leaving many questioning where they stand with God, the Church, and even themselves. But what if healing doesn’t require walking away, but instead how to remain?
In this episode, I’m joined by Carolyn Klika Catino, who shares her own journey through divorce and the deep healing that followed. Now serving others through her apostolate, Abounding Joy Ministry, she walks alongside individuals and families navigating separation and divorce with compassion, clarity, and hope.
Together, we explore what it looks like to:
- Stay connected to God and the Church in the midst of divorce
- Begin the process of emotional and spiritual healing
- Find support when you feel isolated or unsure where to turn
- Hold onto hope when your marriage has broken
This conversation is the beginning of a 3-part series on divorce, annulment, and forgiveness, offering a path forward for those seeking both truth and healing.
Reference(s)
Resources & Support
If you or someone you love is experiencing separation or divorce, support is available.
👉 Learn more about Carolyn’s ministry:
Abounding Joy Ministry
https://aboundingjoyministry.com
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Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forgiveness-is-for-you-overcome-trauma-through-forgiveness/id1721956839
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Credits
- Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva
- Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva
- Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva
- Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90)
- Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00
Disclaimer
Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression.
A Final Word
Thank you for listening, Friend.
Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.
Tuesday Apr 07, 2026
Tuesday Apr 07, 2026
Friends,
What does it look like to feel safe again after experiencing church hurt?
In this episode, we continue the conversation on healing from spiritual wounds by exploring a path forward, one that is honest, and rooted in encounter with Jesus in the Sacraments of the Eucharist and Reconciliation.
Through personal testimony and reflection, we look at how the Eucharist and the Sacrament of Reconciliation offer more than ritual—they offer real healing through the presence of the Divine Physician.
If you’ve felt distant, hesitant, or unsure about returning, this episode is a safe place to begin again.
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Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forgiveness-is-for-you-overcome-trauma-through-forgiveness/id1721956839
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Credits
- Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva
- Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva
- Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva
- Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90)
- Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00
Disclaimer
Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression.
A Final Word
Thank you for listening, Friend.
Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.
Tuesday Mar 31, 2026
Tuesday Mar 31, 2026
Friends,
In this episode Trauma-informed consultant and Neurosomatic Intelligence Practitioner Cendrine Hosoda shares her story of growing up in an evangelical church community in Switzerland where her father, a respected church elder, used Scripture and spiritual authority to control and manipulate his family.
With courage and honesty, Cendrine reflects on what it was like to live inside a faith environment shaped by narcissis, and the long journey toward reclaiming her voice, her body, and her relationship with God.
This conversation does not seek to sensationalize suffering. Instead, it offers hope that even in the presence of deep betrayal, healing and grace are possible.
As Scripture reminds us in 1 Peter 2:19:
"For whenever anyone bears the pain of unjust suffering because of consciousness of God, that is a grace."
If you or someone you love has experienced spiritual manipulation, religious trauma, or abuse within a faith context, this conversation offers both validation and a path toward healing.
Connect with Cendrine Hosoda
Website: https://www.pursuingwholesomehealth.com/
Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/cendrinehosoda/
Connect with Dr. Carron
- Partner with the mission: https://go.drcarron.com/FIFYPodcastGift
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- Work with me 1:1 — Looking for shame‑free, nonjudgmental support on your healing journey? Schedule a free consultation and let’s chat: https://go.drcarron.com/chatwithdrcarron
Love the Podcast?
If Forgiveness Is for YOU resonates with you, please:
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- Share with someone who needs hope
- Leave a rating and written review
Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forgiveness-is-for-you-overcome-trauma-through-forgiveness/id1721956839
How to Leave an Apple Review
- Open the Apple Podcasts app
- Search: Forgiveness Is for YOU
- Tap the show (not an episode)
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Credits
- Host & Producer: Dr. Carron Silva
- Podcast Editor: Dr. Carron Silva
- Cover Art Designer: Dr. Carron Silva
- Music: Kode M (@kodemaster90)
- Social Media Manager: Diamond_Media00
Disclaimer
Opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host. Guests are welcomed in a spirit of respectful dialogue and freedom of expression.
A Final Word
Thank you for listening, Friend.
Remember: Forgiveness is for YOU.