Real healing begins when we stop hiding and let God in.

How many times have you said, "I'm fine," when you weren't?

In this powerful episode of Untrapped: Healing the Invisible Wounds to Living Your Dreams, Elizabeth Meigs reveals how years of pretending to be strong kept her trapped in emotional pain—and how God gently taught her that real strength begins with honesty.

Through personal stories, biblical truth, and neuroscience, Elizabeth shows that pretending doesn't heal—it only buries pain deeper. Avoidance and emotional suppression keep the body in survival mode, while vulnerability opens the door to peace, connection, and spiritual renewal.

She explains how the brain responds when we bring truth to God—releasing calming chemicals that help restore balance and safety. As Elizabeth shares her journey of letting go of the mask, you'll be invited to do the same, learning that being seen by God isn't scary. It's safe.

• Why pretending to be "fine" keeps you stuck in pain

• How honesty activates emotional and physical healing

• Why avoidance is a common trauma response

• How vulnerability calms the nervous system and builds resilience

• How to invite God into the parts of your story you've tried to hide

• Psalm 34:18 — "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit."

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• Pretending doesn't heal—it buries pain deeper.

• Vulnerability is the doorway to real healing.

• Avoidance is how trauma hides; honesty is how healing begins.

• God already knows our struggles—He's waiting for an invitation in.

• Being seen by God is safe, not scary.

• Every time you're honest, your mind and body move closer to peace.

"Journal and Invite" Practice
This week, journal one emotion you've been avoiding. Don't edit—just write what's real.
Then pray: "Lord, I don't want to carry this alone anymore. Meet me here. Show me what You want me to see."
Notice how your body softens as your heart opens. That's what healing feels like.

"Healing begins with honesty. God can't heal what we keep hiding—not because He can't see it, but because He won't force His way in." — Elizabeth Meigs

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