Resilience Matters
A podcast dedicated to exploring the complexities of trauma and the pathways to resilience. Each episode offers expert insights, personal stories, and practical strategies to help listeners foster healing and growth.
Resilience Matters
Latest Episodes
From Residential Care to Graduate School: Bryce’s Journey with Starr
At 14, Bryce arrived at Starr Commonwealth after struggling with behavioral challenges, substance use, and juvenile detention. What he found was something he hadn’t experienced before: adults who saw beyond his behavior and believed in his pote...
Linda Mitchel Duran: Trauma-Informed Support After Tragedy
Before we begin, please note that this episode includes discussion of a tragic event involving the loss of two young students in the central Texas floods. Listener discretion is advised.In this conversation, Linda Duran shares her journe...
Azim Khamisa: the Journey of Forgiveness
Join us for an inspiring conversation with internationally renowned speaker and author Azim Khamisa. This forum will explore the profound impact of forgiveness as a path to unity and healing, reminding us of the shared humanity that conn...
Stefanie Lachenauer: New Jersey’s Teacher of the Year on Truama-Informed Education
In this episode of Resilience Matters, we sit down with Stefanie Lachenauer — New Jersey’s 2024-2025 State Teacher of the Year and a Starr Certified Trauma and Resilience Trainer. Stefanie shares her journey as a veteran educator leadi...
Resilience & Resistance: Sustaining DEIB Efforts
In this powerful episode of Resilience Matters, we dive deep into the evolving landscape of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) and the growing pushback against these efforts. Across the country, DEIB programs are being ...