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From Betrayal To Breakthrough

From Betrayal To Breakthrough

By: Dr. Debi Silber
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 The betrayal of a family member, partner, friend, etc. can create physical, mental and emotional challenges. If left unhealed, it impacts us personally and professionally. The From Betrayal to Breakthrough podcast shares insights from the best therapists, coaches, healers, thought leaders and everyday people, combined with the findings of a recent Ph.D. study on betrayal to help you move forward and heal...once and for all. Hygiene & Healthy Living Personal Development Personal Success Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
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  • 426: Nervous System Healing & Human Design

    426: Nervous System Healing & Human Design
    Jun 23 2025
    Guest: Akary Busto – Nervous System Specialist, Human Design Expert, Breathwork Facilitator Episode Summary: What does it really mean to regulate your nervous system—and how do you know when it's dysregulated in the first place? In this episode, Dr. Debi Silber is joined by her friend and fellow healer Akary Busto for a wide-ranging, insight-packed conversation on nervous system regulation, HeartMath, human design, and how subtle energetic shifts can create massive emotional healing—especially in the aftermath of betrayal. Akary shares her personal journey of healing through biofeedback, breathwork, and intuitive embodiment practices, and explains how knowing your human design can offer profound clarity on your reactions, choices, and energy. You’ll learn how the nervous system holds the key to long-lasting transformation—and why simple tools like breathing through your heart can create immediate calm and coherence in everyday life. 🔑 Topics We Cover: Akary’s healing journey through betrayal and burnout What nervous system dysregulation really looks like Why traditional trauma therapy doesn’t always stick Using HeartMath and biofeedback to track inner states How breathwork helps rewire responses to stress Why simplicity is key—and why healing doesn’t have to be hard The hidden power of “the pause” Understanding human design: manifesting generators, open centers & more Why we attract certain people (like narcissists) based on our energetic blueprint How heart-centered presence can influence those around you The ripple effect of regulated energy in daily life Why your value isn’t tied to your productivity 💬 Memorable Quotes: “If your nervous system isn’t resilient, the healing won’t stick—no matter what therapy you do.” —Akary Busto “We are so conditioned to think healing has to be hard. But it’s the simple practices—like breathing through the heart—that change everything.” —Dr. Debi Silber “Everything is energy. So when you show up calm and centered, it affects everyone around you.” —Akary Busto 🛠️ Resources Mentioned: HeartMath Institute https://thepbtinstitute.com/humandesign/ resources and charts (discussed in the episode) Connect with Akary: https://uhkare.com and @uhkarebreathwork on Instagram The PBT Institute: Reclaim – for the betrayed 💡 Takeaway: Healing isn’t always about doing more—it’s about doing differently. When you regulate your nervous system, understand your energetic wiring, and lean into practices that work with your design, you open the door to real transformation—no force required. 🎧 Listen + Subscribe: Catch this episode of From Betrayal to Breakthrough on your favorite podcast platform, and don’t forget to rate and review to help more people discover the tools and hope they need to heal.
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    31 mins
  • 425: Rebuilding Trust After Betrayal—What It Really Takes

    425: Rebuilding Trust After Betrayal—What It Really Takes
    Jun 16 2025
    Guest: Geoff Steurer, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Betrayal Trauma Specialist, and Co-Host of From Crisis to Connection Episode Summary: In this powerful conversation, Dr. Debi Silber sits down with Geoff Steurer to unpack the deeply layered process of rebuilding trust after betrayal. Whether the betrayal came from infidelity, emotional disconnection, or broken agreements, Geoff explains how couples can not only survive the fallout—but create a completely new, stronger relationship. Drawing from his personal marriage journey and 20+ years of professional experience, Geoff shares the turning point that transformed his own relationship and the essential roadmap he uses with couples navigating the aftermath of betrayal. You’ll hear how full disclosure is not just a confessional but a structured, trauma-informed process that sets the stage for healing. You’ll also learn why most traditional couples counseling fails betrayed couples, what real accountability looks like, and how the betrayer can become a source of strength instead of pain. This episode is a must-listen for anyone considering rebuilding after betrayal—or helping others do the same. 🔑 Topics We Cover: Geoff’s personal betrayal recovery journey—and how it shaped his work The critical “wake-up call” moment that changed everything in his marriage Why many therapists unintentionally retraumatize betrayed partners The anatomy of a successful full disclosure process What betrayed partners really need to heal How betrayers can move from shame into strength and empathy Why traditional “relationship advice” (like more date nights) is premature The emotional cost of “trickle truth” and how to stop it What real intimacy looks like after betrayal Why healing timelines vary—and what a realistic journey looks like The role of courage in rebuilding a relationship from the ground up 💬 Memorable Quotes: “The most compassionate thing a betrayer can do is restore choice to the betrayed partner by telling the full truth.” “You can’t rebuild on sand. If you’re rebuilding, build it on something rock-solid—even if that means facing hard truths first.” “When couples do this work courageously, they often end up with a relationship they never imagined possible.” “Healing after betrayal isn’t about going back. It’s about co-creating something completely new—with mutual accountability, safety, and truth.” 🛠️ Resources Mentioned: From Crisis to Connection Podcast — Geoff’s show and site with his wife, Jody, offering a roadmap for couples healing from betrayal PBT Rebuild Program — For those who’ve betrayed and want to do the deep work of repair and transformation PBT Reclaim Program – For the betrayed who is ready to heal physically, mentally and emotionally 💡 Takeaway: Rebuilding after betrayal is hard—but not impossible. With honesty, accountability, empathy, and the right roadmap, couples can move beyond survival and into transformation. It starts with courageous truth-telling and continues with consistent, individual growth that supports the relationship over time. 🎧 Listen + Subscribe: Don’t miss this episode of From Betrayal to Breakthrough wherever you get your podcasts.
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    34 mins
  • 424: The Performance Killer No One's Talking About: Betrayal Trauma at Work

    424: The Performance Killer No One's Talking About: Betrayal Trauma at Work
    Jun 9 2025
    In this powerful, eye-opening masterclass, Dr. Debi Silber explores the hidden ways unhealed betrayal trauma disrupts workplace performance, leadership, team dynamics, and personal well-being. From brain fog and burnout to disengagement and chronic stress, betrayal at work and in life silently chips away at trust, productivity, and engagement—until it's named and healed. You’ll also hear from several Certified PBT® Coaches and Practitioners sharing real-world examples, healing insights, and how the PBT Method transforms both individuals and organizations. What You’ll Learn: Why betrayal is a unique form of trauma that requires a specific kind of healing The 3 groundbreaking discoveries from Dr. Debi's PhD study on betrayal How betrayal shows up at work (emotional volatility, imposter syndrome, absenteeism, inability to trust or delegate) Post Betrayal Syndrome®: Symptoms and statistics from 100,000+ survey respondents How unhealed betrayal is misdiagnosed as stress, burnout, leadership breakdown, or low morale The 5 Stages from Betrayal to Breakthrough—and how to move through them Why time and even new relationships don’t heal betrayal—only deliberate action does Featuring Guest Experts & PBT Coaches: Coach Peggy: On how betrayal left her emotionally overwhelmed and unable to work—leading to months of missed work and HR intervention Coach Elizabeth: On the nervous system’s response to trauma, chronic pain, addiction, and how yoga and somatic work support healing Coach Nari: On self-awareness, trauma’s impact on leadership and decision-making, and how healing restores personal power Practitioner Jay: On the workplace costs of unhealed betrayal, from policy gaps to team dysfunction, shame, and numbing behaviors Coach Sunrise (Middle East): On cultural barriers to addressing betrayal, the fast-track to "getting over it," and the cost of skipping healing Coach Ingrid (Kenya): On how betrayal trauma is perceived in Kenya, small business impacts, and cultural silence around betrayal Coach Tran (Vietnam): On the hidden emotional toll betrayal takes in professional settings where it’s often ignored Key Stats Shared: 84% struggle with trust after betrayal 71% experience sleep issues 60% can’t concentrate 78% constantly revisit the betrayal 81% feel a loss of personal power 45% have digestive issues related to betrayal Programs Mentioned: Reclaim Essentials: Self-paced program with milestone tracking — $497 Reclaim Momentum: Includes group coaching, live classes, Q&A with Dr. Debi — $997 Transform: All of Momentum + 3 private sessions with Dr. Debi + small group Transform sessions — $5,000 Resources: Take the Post Betrayal Syndrome® Quiz: https://thepbtinstitute.com/quiz Join the Reclaim Program: https://thepbtinstitute.com/reclaim Learn about bringing PBT® to your workplace: https://thepbtinstitute.com/corporate/ Final Takeaway: You don’t leave your wounds at the door. Betrayal trauma—personal or professional—will show up in your leadership, performance, team relationships, and health unless you deliberately heal it. The good news? With the right roadmap, healing is not just possible—it’s predictable.
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    1 hr and 22 mins
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