🎧 PTSD Trigger Warning + Grounding Intro (Script)

Before we go any further… I want to take a moment to gently acknowledge something important.

Today’s episode includes themes around trauma, emotional pain, and experiences that may be connected to PTSD.

If you’ve walked through something heavy…
If certain words, memories, or feelings tend to come back unexpectedly…
I want you to know you’re not wrong for feeling that way.

Your body remembers… even when your mind tries to move on.

So as you listen today, I want you to stay aware of yourself.

If at any point this feels like too much…
It’s okay to pause.
It’s okay to step away.
It’s okay to come back when you feel ready.

You are in control here.

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Bonus Episode 1 of Back Porch Confessions brings a powerful, soul-stirring reading of From the Ashes by Cody Mecham. This episode is for anyone navigating healing, trauma recovery, emotional growth, and rebuilding after life’s hardest moments. If you’ve ever felt broken but kept going, this episode will speak directly to your heart.

Through reflective pauses and guided emotional connection, Barbara creates a safe space for listeners to process pain, embrace healing, and recognize their strength. This is more than a reading... it’s a moment of restoration.

Perfect for those on a healing journey, working through trauma, or seeking peace, clarity, and emotional strength.

• What did this reading stir up in you?
• Where in your life are you rising from the ashes?
• What version of you are you learning to love right now?
• What are you finally letting go of?

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🌿 Quick Grounding Moment

Let’s take just a second together…

👉 Place your feet flat on the floor
👉 Take a slow breath in through your nose…
👉 And gently release it out of your mouth

Again… slow inhale…
And exhale…

Look around you for a moment…

Name 3 things you can see
2 things you can physically feel
And 1 thing that reminds you—you are safe right now

You’re here.
You made it through.
And in this moment… you’re okay.

Now… when you’re ready…
Let’s continue.

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