Episode 230: Healing Trauma & Living Well Against All Odds w/ Dr. Edith Eger & Jordan Eger
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
Release Date: 02/04/2025
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info_outlinešMake sure to check out the book āThe Ballerina of Auschwitzā
In this special episode of the Drama-Free Healthy Living podcast, host Jess Cording talks with Dr. Edith Eger, a renowned psychologist, Holocaust survivor, and author of bestselling books 'The Choice' and 'The Gift', as well as 'The Ballerina of Auschwitz'.
Joined by her grandson, Jordan Eager, Dr. Eger delves into her experiences, discussing how understanding and overcoming trauma can lead to inner strength and a positive mindset.
They touch on the importance of resilience, self-love, and the role young people play as future ambassadors for peace. The episode also emphasizes the significance of compassion, forgiveness, and the power of dreams even in the direst of circumstances.
š Dr. Edith Eger BIO
Dr. Edith Eger is an eminent psychologist and one of the few remaining Holocaust survivors old enough to remember life in the camps. A colleague of Viktor Frankl, Dr. Edith Eger has worked with veterans, military personnel, and victims of physical and mental trauma. She lives in La Jolla, California, and is the author of the bestselling and award-winning books The Choice and The Gift.
šJordan Eger
Jordan Eger is her grandson and collaborator and co-founder of Soul Search, which is the home of Dr. Egerās online courses. He was the editor of the book.
šļø Some key points
(00:00) Introduction and Special Guest Announcement
(02:19) Meet Dr. Edith Eger and Her Grandson Jordan
(02:37) The Journey of Writing 'The Choice' and 'The Ballerina of Auschwitz'
(04:51) Lessons for Young Adults and Future Ambassadors of Peace
(08:19) Understanding and Overcoming Trauma
(10:26) Maintaining a Positive Mindset Post-Trauma
(17:28) Reflections on Compassion and Forgiveness
(20:12) Final Thoughts and Living Well
(22:33) Closing Remarks and Podcast Disclaimer
š Connect with Dr. Edith Eger
Website https://dreditheger.com/
IG https://www.instagram.com/dr.editheger/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/dreditheger/
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