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180. Breaking the Silence: Dr. Malasri Chaudhery-Malgeri on Healing Trauma and Finding Strength

Warriors Unmasked

Release Date: 03/11/2025

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In this episode of Warriors Unmasked, host Chuck Thuss sits down with Dr. Malasri Chaudhery-Malgeri—a leading psychologist, holistic healthcare practitioner, and the Chief Clinical Officer at Recovery.com. Dr. Malasri has spent her life guiding others through trauma, addiction, and mental health struggles, but her own journey to healing is one of resilience, courage, and self-discovery.

From childhood abuse and trauma to overcoming toxic relationships and systemic failures in mental health care, Dr. Malasri opens up about the painful experiences that shaped her mission. She shares powerful insights on breaking the silence, healing emotional wounds, and stepping into a life of purpose—not just for yourself, but to uplift others on their path to recovery.

This conversation is a raw, deeply personal, and inspiring look at the real work of healing—and how acknowledging your struggles, finding your voice, and embracing self-worth can change everything.

 

 

Finding Strength in Vulnerability

For many, trauma leads to silence. The weight of shame, fear, and self-doubt can make speaking up feel impossible. Dr. Malasri knows this firsthand.

  • She shares her childhood experience with abuse—how it led to health issues, emotional turmoil, and confusion about self-worth.
  • She reveals the courage it took to finally speak up—and how her mother became her greatest advocate.
  • She discusses the long-term impact of trauma on the body and mind—including the fears that keep people from seeking help.

But her story doesn’t stop there. Through years of personal growth and professional training, she learned how to heal, break free, and build a life dedicated to helping others do the same.

 

 

Healing Is a Journey, Not a Quick Fix

One of the most important messages in this episode is that healing isn’t linear—and there are no shortcuts.

Dr. Malasri introduces her 4-step process for emotional healing and recovery:

  1. Acknowledgement: Facing what happened and understanding its impact.
  2. Defining Your Future: Identifying what you truly want in life.
  3. Taking Action: Building a plan for change, no matter how small the steps.
  4. Accountability: Committing to yourself and your growth every single day.

She also challenges the common belief that being strong means hiding emotions—emphasizing the importance of expressing pain, breaking the silence, and allowing space for self-compassion.


Overcoming the Fear of Being Seen

For many survivors, the hardest part of healing is learning to feel worthy of a better life.

  • Dr. Malasri shares the struggles of self-worth that trauma survivors often face.
  • She explains how societal pressure and stigma prevent people from seeking help.
  • She offers strategies for breaking the cycle of emotional suppression—so you can move forward without fear.

Whether you’ve faced trauma yourself, know someone who has, or simply want to learn more about mental health, resilience, and the power of healing, this episode is a must-listen.

If this episode resonated with you, don’t keep it to yourself. Share it with someone who needs to hear this message. Your healing journey starts today. Hit play, take a deep breath, and begin the process of stepping into the life you deserve.

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Episode Minute By Minute:

  • 00:00 – Welcome to another life-changing episode of Warriors Unmasked
  • 02:15 – Why Dr. Malasri’s mission is deeply personal
  • 03:34 – Facing childhood abuse and the struggle to speak up
  • 05:14 – The long-term impact of trauma on the body and mind
  • 07:29 – How stigma in mental health makes healing harder
  • 12:42 – The importance of expressing emotions instead of suppressing them
  • 18:20 – The 4-step process for recovery and emotional healing
  • 25:00 – Overcoming self-doubt and embracing self-worth
  • 30:10 – How to hold yourself accountable in your healing journey
  • 35:42 – Building resilience through faith, mindfulness, and self-care
  • 42:14 – Final words of encouragement: You are not alone
  • 47:48 – Where to connect with Dr. Malasri and find more resources