The Bruised Reeds podcast, hosted by Kay Wilson-Bolton and Jenny Arana, is a show that aims to tell the stories of people who are often invisible to society.
In the episode, Kay and Jenny talks with Etienne Armand, also known as Nick, who shares his story of going through difficult times and finding peace. Nick talks about the worst part of his life, which was spending a month in a tent in an encampment, where he didn't feel safe. Despite having had self-esteem in the past, he lost it all and had to rebuild it from scratch. Nick talks about his love for music and how it runs in his family.
Nick pursued a career in music with his brother and had some great days performing in Hollywood. However, things didn't work out as he had hoped, and he had to find other ways to make a living. Nick credits having his own place and time to do what he loves, like drawing, playing music, and cooking, as the reasons for feeling safe and happy now. The hosts aim to raise awareness about people like Nick who are often ignored, and their stories provide an opportunity to know them better.
Story Notes:
* Who is Etienne "Nick" Armand.
* About Bruised Reeds Podcast.
* The Importance of Self-Esteem and Pursuing One’s Passions in Life.
* Raise Awareness and Empathy Towards People Who Are Struggling.
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