Keywords

Arukah Project, trauma-informed care, emotional freedom techniques, prison rehabilitation, mental health, adverse childhood experiences, somatic techniques, community support, wellbeing, resilience

Summary

The conversation centres around the Arukah Project, founded by Sharon Osterfield and Aga Kehinde, which aims to provide trauma-informed care and emotional freedom techniques (EFT) to support individuals, particularly in prison settings. They discuss their personal experiences that led to the creation of the project, the importance of understanding trauma, and the effectiveness of EFT in managing stress and emotional dysregulation. The project focuses on psychoeducation, community support, and future initiatives to expand their reach and impact.

Takeaways

• The Arukah Project focuses on the restoration of mind, body, and spirit.
• Both founders have personal experiences that shaped their mission.
• Understanding trauma is crucial for effective intervention.
• EFT is a simple yet powerful technique for stress reduction.
• Trauma-informed care can significantly impact prison rehabilitation.
• The project aims to educate and empower individuals with tools for resilience.
• Community involvement and lived experience are central to their approach.
• The project seeks to address the generational impact of trauma.
• Future initiatives include expanding into police support and youth interventions.
• Collaboration with other organizations enhances their effectiveness.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Arukah Project

03:14 Foundational Experiences and Motivations

06:14 The Arukah Project's Focus on Trauma

08:34 Exploring the Prison Population

11:26 Understanding Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT)

14:37 Evidence and Effectiveness of EFT

17:01 Implementing the Arukah Project in Prisons

23:00 Understanding Trauma in Prison Environments

25:41 Barriers to Implementing Support Programs

28:33 Future Directions for the Arukah Project

34:32 Organizational Growth and Community Impact

38:31 Evidence-Based Practices in Trauma Support

40:22 Practical Wellbeing Tips for Listeners

42:12 Outro Oct 23 2.mp4