<p>I interviewed my friend and hero Peter John Smyth (&quot;PJ&quot;) who many of my connections will remember fondly as a passionate preacher and Christian leader. Among other things we spoke about his experience of blood cancer, and what it was like being the son of the man whose scandal led to the Archbishop of Canterbury resigning. This covers some of the same same territory as the recent <em>See No Evil</em> documentary. It is full of hope and will help trauma survivors as well as those who want to help them better, or learn the lessons of the past. Worth a watch for everyone. This is a conversation unlike any I’ve had before. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Takeaways</strong></p><p>The journey of self-publishing can be both challenging and rewarding.</p><p>Community support is crucial in times of trauma and healing.</p><p>Personal struggles often shape our ability to help others.</p><p>Vulnerability can foster deeper connections and understanding.</p><p>Shame can distort our identity and needs to be addressed.</p><p>The church must be trauma-aware and supportive of its members.</p><p>Professional help is essential for mental health and healing.</p><p>Shared experiences can provide powerful affirmation and support.</p><p>Forgiveness is a complex but necessary part of healing.</p><p>Looking forward with hope is vital for personal growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Chapters</p><p><br></p><p>Chapters</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Introduction and Reminiscing</p><p>02:34 The Journey of Self-Publishing</p><p>05:45 The Early Days of Ministry</p><p>08:25 Transitioning Through Challenges</p><p>11:00 Facing Personal Trials</p><p>14:05 The Impact of Family Dynamics</p><p>16:46 The Role of Music in Healing</p><p>19:12 Understanding Trauma and Its Effects</p><p>21:42 The Revelation of Family Secrets</p><p>24:33 Navigating Public Scrutiny</p><p>26:57 The Church&#39;s Response to Crisis</p><p>29:56 Lessons Learned and Moving Forward</p><p>34:09 The Four Pillars of Well-Being</p><p>37:02 The Power of Community and Service</p><p>38:10 Finding Healing Through Shared Experiences</p><p>41:29 The Role of Trauma in Personal Growth</p><p>44:19 The Journey of Healing and Helping Others</p><p>48:33 Understanding Shame and Identity</p><p>54:12 The Impact of Faith Amidst Suffering</p><p>57:33 Looking Forward: Hope and Purpose</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>