Being Human with Steve Cuss Adam Young on Trauma and Theology: Why Your Certainty Might Be Just a Fancy Disguise
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Jan 12, 2026 
Adam Young, a trauma counselor and author of 'Make Sense of Your Story,' delves into the intersection of trauma and faith. He shares his journey of recognizing childhood wounds and highlights the complexities of coping mechanisms disguised as genuine faith. The conversation explores the body's role in emotional healing, emphasizing self-kindness and the importance of recounting painful memories. Adam also discusses how certainty in theology can act as a shield for trauma while stressing the need for compassion and attunement in relationships for true healing.
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Name Your Self-Accusations
- Identify whether kindness toward yourself is difficult and list your self-accusations on paper.
- Make those accusations visible so you can bring intentional kindness to your internal dialogue.
Certainty Often Hides Wounding
- Deep certainty often signals underlying wound and anxiety rather than true strength.
- Readiness to engage wounds depends on the nervous system, so persuasion often fails until bodies are ready.
Body Wisdom Matters Theologically
- The incarnation underscores that our bodies are good and carry wisdom, not merely vessels for the soul.
- Body sensations are valid data about emotional states and God's work in us.
