Episode 15:
Podcast Episode Summary:
Adverse Childhood Experiences—also known as ACEs—can quietly shape our lives long after childhood ends. In this empowering episode, host and recovery coach Prairie Francia breaks down what ACEs are, how they affect adult emotional and physical health, and how to begin healing from their lasting effects. You’ll learn how toxic stress impacts your body, why addiction and self-sabotage are often trauma responses, and what you can do right now to start processing your past in a way that creates freedom—not more shame.
This episode includes a free downloadable worksheet to help you calculate your ACE score, reflect on key patterns, and explore forgiveness and emotional release. Prairie also shares how the Empowered Recovery Course can support nervous system regulation, trauma healing, and aligned living—so you can finally break free from within.
Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
Join the 21-Day Breaking Free Challenge. Begins June 1, 2025
https://www.alignmentwithprairieyana.com/21-day-breaking-free-challenge
2. Download the Healing from ACEs Worksheet
https://www.alignmentwithprairieyana.com/blog-1/healing-adverse-childhood-experiences-aces
(Free ACE checklist + journal prompts + forgiveness practice)
3. Read the Full Blog Post on ACEs
“From Surviving to Thriving: Healing Adverse Childhood Experiences in Adulthood”
https://www.alignmentwithprairieyana.com/blog-1/healing-adverse-childhood-experiences-aces
4. Explore the Empowered Recovery Course
https://www.alignmentwithprairieyana.com/empowered-recovery-course
(Trauma-informed recovery tools for healing the root, not just the habit)
5. Aspen Intervention & Wellness
https://www.aspeninterventionwellness.com
(Supportive services for families and individuals navigating addiction and treatment)
6. 24/7 Crisis Hotline (SAMHSA)
Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
(Free, confidential support for anyone in emotional distress)