Ep 221 Can You Change the Painful Legacy of Your Past? with Kristen Hallinan

Kristen Hallinan knew she needed to make some changes. How she responded to situations was threatening the peace in her family and costing her precious relationships. Once she figured out that much of her over-reactions were based in deep-seated early life trauma, she was able to begin to move forward: for her sake and for the sake of the next generation. 

As a result of what Kristen learned, she's put together a resource that is her legacy and will be of help for many who feel stuck in the pain of their past. That may not be you but you may know someone who needs to hear her story and how to get beyond small-t trauma and live in the freedom and wholeness that Christ provides.

A copy of her newly-released book will be part of a giveaway all week long. Be sure to comment to be entered:

Legacy Changer: Heal the Hurt, Redeem Your Story, Create Hope for Your Family

Some gems from our conversation:

• It took me many years to resource all the tools to help me heal. 
• We are forgiven completely when we come to faith in Christ, but not always fully healed.
• I love seeing women walk in freedom when God redeems their past pain.
• As a child, I felt unwanted, unseen, and that I was simply annoying to others. 
• It took courage to speak up about my needs and face the fact that many were not met as a child.
• To quiet the lies in my head, I list them out and contrast them with the truths of who God says I am. 
• I am teaching our children that it's okay not to be enough because God is enough.
• I've learned that I am in charge of my emotions—they are not in charge of me.

Kristen Hallinan is a sought-after writer and speaker, passionate about helping women redeem the pain of their past and move towards a healthier and more hopeful future. On mission to equip women and support families, Kristen previously worked as Director of Development for MOPS International. She enjoys working with teen moms, crisis pregnancy centers, and serving as a pre-marital mentor with her husband Shawn in Dallas, TX. Legacy Changer is Kristen’s debut book, and you can find her other writings in publications like Relevant Magazine and The Joyful Life. Laughing with and chasing after her four children helps burn off the calories she consumes of her favorite treat—homemade gluten free churros.