In this powerful episode, I sit down with Elena Huggins, author of Untwist Me: Uncomplicated Life-Hacks for Mental & Emotional Liberation, to explore her incredible journey of healing, freedom, and finding God in the midst of trauma. Elena, originally from Ukraine, experienced a life of emotional and mental struggles that ultimately led her to rediscover God in a radical way.

From living a wild life and battling deep depression in her youth, to overcoming sexual assault, narcissistic abuse, and even a traumatic divorce, Elena shares how God met her in her darkest moments. After battling with new age practices and feeling stuck, she encountered God's life-changing freedom in an unexpected way — during a 21-day fast in her living room.

Elena's story is not only about surviving trauma, but how her pursuit of Jesus led her to be completely transformed. In this episode, we talk about:

• How her healing journey led to the writing of her book
• The importance of facing our trauma and going through the wilderness with God
• The spiritual, mental, and emotional connections that lead to lasting freedom
• Practical life-hacks for mental and emotional health rooted in Biblical truth
• How to break free from toxic cycles and embrace God's transforming power

Get ready to be encouraged, challenged, and equipped to walk in the freedom God has for you.

Bio:

Elena Huggins is a passionate communicator who desires to inspire, challenge, and empower her audience to make the changes they need to live better lives. She is a lover of Jesus, a musician, and an entrepreneur.

Over the last eighteen years, Elena has spoken across a variety of stages to different audiences using a straightforward approach, unapologetic challenges, and biblical truths.

She is devoted to the Gospel and seeing God's people strengthened, free and more in love with Jesus.

She has had much experience in the area of mental and emotional health, with her journey to overcoming trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Her experience includes: working with trafficked victims, working at the rape crisis center, endless one-on-one coaching sessions, and pastoral care.

She resides in the mountains with her two beautiful daughters.

Anchor Verses:

Isaiah 60: 1-2 (AMP)

Connect with Elena:

Website: https://www.elenahuggins.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/itselenahuggins/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/Elenatalks

💥 Bonus: The first 30 people who register for the Anchored in Hope workshop on Sept 20 will get Gena McCown’s devotional, Deep Forgiveness, a bookmark with a link to order Katie Reid’s Bible study, God, What Do I Do, and a candle!

📍Canton, OH | 🗓️ September 20 | 🎟️ Early Bird: $25, VIP: $40 includes workshop t-shirt and reserved seating

https://www.anchoredbythesword.org/event-details/anchored-in-hope-finding-purpose-in-your-pain

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