Welcome to The Survivor's Chair, a podcast about trauma, healing, PTSD, CPTSD, self-discovery, safe space, storytelling, mental health, personal growth

In the inaugural episode of the Survivor's Chair podcast, Kim introduces her purpose and vision behind the show, with a focus on deep, honest conversations about trauma, healing, and personal growth.

She shares her own experiences as a former foster youth, adoptee, hairstylist ,salon owner and breast cancer survivor, emphasizing the importance of understanding different types of trauma, particularly PTSD and CPTSD.

The podcast aims to create a safe space for individuals to share their stories, explore their emotions, and find healing through connection and understanding.

Kim encourages listeners to recognize that their stories do not define them and that there is much more to their identities than their past experiences.

Takeaways

• The podcast aims to provide a platform for deep conversations about trauma and healing.
• Kim Russell shares her personal journey as a former foster youth, breast cancer survivor and an entrepreneur.
• Understanding the difference between PTSD and CPTSD.
• Creating a safe space for sharing stories is a key focus of the podcast.
• Listeners are encouraged to explore their emotions and seek healing.
• Sharing one's story can help diffuse its power
• The podcast is for anyone who longs to be seen and heard.
• It's important to recognize that we are more than our stories.
• The beauty industry has played a significant role in Kim's healing journey.
• The podcast is about accepting imperfections and embracing our stories.

• "I want people to feel whole."
• "Take what you need, leave the rest."