The Craft of Healing: Trauma, Healing & Authentic Expression with Mathew Boudreaux aka Mx. Domestic

Please welcome, Mathew Boudreaux, also known as Mx Domestic to his millions of crafting fans from around the globe. During the pandemic, Mathew’s crafting projects left them with a wide following. However, the interaction they were sometimes having speaking their truth led to conflict on their social media channels. Mathew muses on this while also sharing their transformative healing journey, detailing the emotional and psychological challenges they faced, including childhood PTSD, ADHD, and CPTSD. 

They also discuss navigating corporate America while being authentic and the difficulties encountered due to their identity and social stance. Mathew opens up about the impact of trauma, uncovering neurodivergence, and the steps they took to heal. They share personal stories related to family struggles, social issues, and the power of vulnerability. 

The conversation also delves into coping strategies for mental health, managing triggers, and the role of art and crafting in their healing journey. The episode emphasizes the significance of self-love, setting boundaries, and creating community connections through shared experiences. Charna and Mathew wrap up by highlighting practical techniques for emotional regulation and the profound impact of parenting with a healed perspective. The episode offers a deep dive into the intersection of mental health, identity, and creativity.

00:00 Introduction to Pathways to Peace Course

01:11 Meet the Guest: Matthew Boudreaux

02:46 Matthew's Healing Journey

04:55 Navigating Corporate America with Authenticity

09:15 The Impact of Trauma and Healing

13:11 Discovering Neurodivergence

16:05 Family Struggles and Personal Growth

31:48 Standing Up for Social Issues

34:23 Navigating Personal Challenges

35:28 Sharing Personal Stories for Impact

35:53 Mental Health Strategies

36:33 Understanding and Managing Triggers

42:22 Sexual Identity and Trauma

46:51 Parenting and Healing

48:35 Practical Techniques for Regulation

01:02:08 The Power of Crafting

01:03:24 Conclusion and Resources