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12/05/2025

funding is being cut in many parts of the world.

Chris Underhill, MBE has been a champion for mental health globally. He works as a mentor and is a social entrepreneur in the field of quality of life, and community mental health.

Listen Here: https://bit.ly/RW5-12-25

Elaine Miller-Karas first met Chris in Oxford, England at the Skoll World Forum where she was struck by his depth of understanding of the suffering of individuals with mental health challenges. He also shared an abundance of hope of how to bring innovations to meet the challenges of those who suffer in developing countries.

Chris Underhill draws on his lived experience as a child and his many years hands-on in the field to discuss resiliency and trauma in very poor communities in developing countries and at home.

During his career, Chris has created several organizations in mental health, wellbeing and resilience, bringing hope to thousands. This has included Thrive, Action on Disability and Development, Basic Needs, Cities Rise and the Elders Council of Social Entrepreneurs.

“Hope” is his topic on this episode of Resiliency Within. There is an important inspiring parallel between Chris’ early struggles as a child, his own growth, and the growth of his mission in the support of many traumatized people around the world.

Chris Underhill will share his humble journey and his wisdom with our listeners.

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21/04/2025

This week on Resiliency Within I welcome Jesse Kohler for a timely conversation on the evolving landscape of trauma-informed care.

Drawing from his policy experience in Washington, D.C., Jesse offers insights into the evolving political climate and its impact on trauma-informed practices.

🔊Tune in @ 3pm:
https://bit.ly/ListentoRW

Together, we will discuss how community leaders can thoughtfully respond to stakeholders who express concerns or objections to trauma-informed approaches.

The conversation will also delve into the complexities of navigating emerging “red flag” policies introduced by the new administration.

Most importantly, Jesse will offer practical guidance for advocates on engaging local legislators, emphasizing the importance of explaining how traumatic experiences shape the lives of children and adults in our communities.

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07/04/2025

At a time in our country where the systems are being dismantled, it is imperative to remember those who are suffering.

Resiliency Within is dedicated to remembering those affected by ***de and suicidal ideation.

🔊Tune in today:
https://bit.ly/RW4-7-25

We want to bring to light those who work tirelessly to raise awareness and reach out to those suffering silently.

My guests, Dr. Jamie Gamboa and Social Worker Brian Stefan, discuss their work with Spotlight on Su***de.

They discuss the Suicidal Ideation Toolbox, a resource filled with accessible skills for helping professionals and individuals experiencing profound suffering.

They share how people can receive help through the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline, which is a universal entry point throughout the United States and U.S. territories to reach a caring, trained counselor who can help people experiencing mental health, substance use, and suicidal distress.

24/03/2025

Don't miss today's episode of Resiliency Within : "Acts of Kindness During Times of Despair".

Join Dr. Mike Sapp and host Elaine Miller-Karas as they reflect on TRI’s work in response to the devastating and -- and the organization’s ongoing support of individuals and communities navigating the impact of shifting U.S. governmental funding for humanitarian initiatives.

They will highlight the deeply human stories shared with them by survivors—stories not only of loss and hardship but of resilience, kindness, and hope.

🔊 Tune In Today @ 3pm PT:
https://bit.ly/ListentoRW

From working with teachers and counselors in fire-ravaged schools to supporting front-line staff from Los Angeles County and City Parks and Recreation Departments, Mike and Elaine will illuminate the quiet heroism and collective compassion that continue to inspire their work.

In the spirit of enduring wisdom, they will reflect on the words of Abraham Lincoln:

“Kindness is the only service that will stand the storm of life and not wash out. It will wear well and will be remembered long after the prism of politeness or the complexion of courtesy has faded away.”

While they do not turn away from the painful realities of our time—fires, wars, aggressive acts, and the persistence of community violence—they will gently guide listeners toward a broader view.

They will ask the powerful question that lies at the heart of their model: “What else is true?”

A reminder that even in the midst of trauma, there are moments of grace, connection, and healing that point the way forward.

17/03/2025

March is Month🎉

This encore episode highlights Drs. Beverly Buckles and Kimberly Freeman. They are leaders in social work internationally.

They will share their international work, demonstrating the impact that social works make worldwide.

Tune in here: https://bit.ly/RW3-17-25

The Loma Linda University (LLU) International Behavior Health Trauma Team (IBHTT) operated by the LLU School of Behavioral Health (SBH) has been providing international trauma preparatory training and psychological first aid disaster response since 1995.

Dr. Bev Buckles and Dr. Kimberly Freeman share their international work as members of the IBHTT.

Dr. Buckles is the founder and lead for the IBHTT and first required the team supporting services in the Republic of Côte d'Ivoire, to complete initial training in the Community Resiliency Model (CRM).

Dr. Freeman, a member of the team and a specialist in child development, has been one of the key members of the IBHTT.

Dr. Buckles and Dr. Freeman, both social workers, discuss the impact social workers can make in response to disasters.

Since 2010, the IBHTT has used CRM in over 90 international services and trainings around the world, which have included serving as members of TRI’s global response as needed.

Beginning in 2012, the IBHTT began collaborative research with TRI to continue evaluating CRM's effectiveness.

Under the leadership of Dr. Susanne Montgomery, Associate Dean for Research, a robust CRM research agenda continues to expand to support global outreach and healthcare applications.

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10/03/2025

Join us today @ 1PM Pacific as Dr. Ravi Chandra returns to Resiliency Within to share his reflections and wisdom about amplifying compassion during the current sociopolitical climate.

🔊 Listen LIVE: https://bit.ly/LIVEonYouTube

He will share his thoughts about the importance of compassion.

Dr. Chandra's inspired words reflect what is essential for all of us to remember at this time in our history.

"The voices of all individuals and communities are profoundly important for the future because our survival and growth as a nation and world depend on empathy and compassion."

His wise words are relevant today:

"When we see each other, when we see our own vulnerability and create connections out of the disconnections of our past, we can transform our predicament into possibility."

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Ravi Chandra, M.D. is a psychiatrist and writer in San Francisco, and a Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association.

“Facebuddha: Transcendence in the Age of Social Networks” is his full-length nonfiction debut, and is the winner of the 2017 Nautilus Silver Book Award for Religion/Spirituality of Eastern Thought.

He is the recipient of the 2025 Kun-Po Soo Award for Achievement in Asian American Psychiatry by the American Psychiatric Association and APA Foundation.

Learn more about Dr. Ravi: www.RaviChandraMD.com

Ravi Chandra, M.D., Psychiatrist and Writer Resiliency Within VoiceAmerica - Live Internet Talk Radio

10/03/2025

Dr. Ravi Chandra returns to Resiliency Within to share his reflections and wisdom about amplifying compassion during the current sociopolitical climate.

Join us tomorrow at 1pm Pacific:

🔊 Listen here: https://bit.ly/VA_ResiliencyWithin

He will share his thoughts about the importance of compassion.

Dr. Chandra's inspired words reflect what is essential for all of us to remember at this time in our history.

"The voices of all individuals and communities are profoundly important for the future because our survival and growth as a nation and world depend on empathy and compassion."

His wise words are relevant today:

"When we see each other, when we see our own vulnerability and create connections out of the disconnections of our past, we can transform our predicament into possibility."

_______________

Ravi Chandra, M.D. is a psychiatrist and writer in San Francisco, and a Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association.

“Facebuddha: Transcendence in the Age of Social Networks” is his full-length nonfiction debut, and is the winner of the 2017 Nautilus Silver Book Award for Religion/Spirituality of Eastern Thought.

He is the recipient of the 2025 Kun-Po Soo Award for Achievement in Asian American Psychiatry by the American Psychiatric Association and APA Foundation.

Learn more about Dr. Ravi: www.RaviChandraMD.com

05/03/2025

We are witnessing heightened tensions and divisive rhetoric that are straining relationships and impacting personal well-being.

A 𝙍𝙚𝙨𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙮 𝙋𝙖𝙪𝙨𝙚 offers a welcoming space to ground ourselves, reconnect with our body’s natural wisdom, and engage with our individual and collective strength.

We invite you to join us for tomorrow's Resiliency Pause (it's free!) as we work to cultivate safer spaces in times of uncertainty.

Drop in at your convenience on
Wednesday, March 5th
at 12:00pm-1:00pm (Pacific)

🪷 Register Here: https://bit.ly/RP3-5-25

TRI and our community have worked in over 77 countries, and the richness of our diverse network has deepened our care for people and expanded our ability to share healing practices worldwide.

Our community includes individuals from different religions, political beliefs, educational backgrounds, socioeconomic statuses, sexual orientations, cultures, gender identities, and abilities.

At the heart of our organization are the values of service, social justice, dignity, respect, and the inherent worth of every person, family, and community.

These values have the power to foster transformation and contribute to a more open, diverse, and inclusive society.

Through our travels, we have had the privilege of experiencing the food, culture, and musical rhythms of many traditions. These experiences have enriched both our personal and professional lives, shaping TRI into what it is today.

Taking a Resiliency Pause can help bring our thoughts and emotions into greater balance as we face uncertain times.

🫶Join us as we pause, reflect, and renew – for a better self and a brighter world.

04/03/2025

This is a time to honor our friends and colleagues and stand with them.

Our host, Elaine Miller-Karas, has been providing support to Ukrainian teachers, children and community members since before Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022.

Natalia Rudzynska, formerly Natalia Valevska, is the International Partnership Director of EdCamp Ukraine (Natalia was married in 2024.)

During this encore show, Natalia shares her insights from living in her beloved country, Ukraine, during the Russian invasion of February 2022.

🔊Listen here: https://bit.ly/RW_3-3-25

She will discuss her experiences and work with EdCamp Ukraine, an association of over 40,000 teachers, including her association with the Trauma Resource Institute.

She will describe how, out of her despair over the war, she began helping with the support meetings co-sponsored by EdCamp Ukraine and the Trauma Resource Institute.

She expresses her passion for helping her country now and her vision of creating support for her people in the future when the war ends.

She is dedicated to the children of Ukraine and how to support their teachers, parents, and community through SEE Learning.

24/02/2025

Join me today @ 1pm Pacific as I uncover pathways to , unity, and action—because light can be found even in the darkest times.

🔊https://bit.ly/VA_ResiliencyWithin

In a time of deep division, uncertainty, and crisis, "Finding Light in the Darkness" will explore how we can maintain our well-being, integrity, and hope.

I will illuminate practical strategies for navigating today’s complex social and political landscape.

I hope this episode will provide a beacon of light—insights on staying grounded, fostering compassion, and building resilience in the face of adversity.

Trauma Resource Institute VoiceAmerica - Live Internet Talk Radio

03/02/2025

🔊Join us for today's encore episode with Dr. Lise Van Susteren
https://bit.ly/RW2-3-25

Dr. Van Susteren will delve into the concept of Adverse Childhood Experiences in the context of climate change, elucidating pathways for the recovery and healing of individuals.

Moreover, she will share her perspectives on how we can all contribute to preventive solutions, fostering the betterment of our communities.

Since this show was first aired, climate events have become more frequent.

Dr. Lise Van Susteren helps us understand these incidents' cumulative effects on children and adults.

13/01/2025

In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day next week, please join us for this encore episode with Dr. Phil Allen, Jr.

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“𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻 𝗟𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝙪𝙨𝙚𝙙 𝙣𝙚𝙬𝙨 𝙘𝙖𝙢𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙨 to expose anti-Black violence by white mobs in the 1950s and 60s. 𝗗𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗮 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝘇𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝙪𝙨𝙚𝙙 𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙥𝙝𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙧𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙧𝙙 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙥𝙤𝙨𝙩 the murder of George Floyd by Derek Chauvin in May 2020.

These are just two of many people who have 𝗰𝗮𝗽𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗶𝗻𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙡𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙚𝙚." - Dr. Phil Allen, Jr.

In this episode, he will explore the themes of his second book, 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗵𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗟𝗲𝗻𝘀: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗮 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆, 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻 𝗟𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗗𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗮 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝘇𝗶𝗲𝗿, which examines the role of the camera in the fight for racial justice.

He states, "𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗵𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗟𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗮'𝘀 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝘀 𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗵𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝘁𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝘀𝘂𝗶𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲.”

Using Walter Brueggemann's Prophetic Imagination as a framework, Allen demonstrates how the camera can be a catalyst for cultural change.

𝗛𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗮 𝗶𝗻 𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗺, from J.D. Griffiths' "Birth of a Nation" to Spike Lee's "Do the Right Thing", revealing how this technology has effectively achieved the goals of its respective storytellers.

Dr. Phil Allen, Jr. will also share the work of the nonprofit organization he founded, the 𝗥𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁.

𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗚𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁:

Dr. Phil Allen, Jr. is an ethicist and theologian who integrates Black perspectives on theology and ethics of justice, understanding and healing racial trauma, and fostering racial solidarity.

He is an author, speaker, poet, documentary film producer, and the founder and Executive Director of the Racial Solidarity Project (RSP) based in Pasadena, CA.

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