After my daughter’s death I began to truly feel my age sink in. I gained weight, had trauma induced menopause, and body dysmorphia. I struggled and not only lost my daughter, but lost many people I cared for in life. Nothing was the same and trying to find a way to heal myself is an ongoing journey. 

 

Key Takeaways: 

 

[2:14] Feeling old after Molly’s death

[4:04] Losing everything, not just Molly and gaining weight 

[6:27] Trauma induced menopause and body dysmorphia 

[10:04] Having a physical response to death

[15:28] Using exercise to connect with the people I’ve dated 

[17:50] Raising my kids to be athletic 

[18:38] Hating my body growing up

[22:17] How cognitive behavioral therapy can help 

[23:37] Finding a positive aspect to associate with my identity 

[24:25] Sexual assault victims have the responsibility to not make others uncomfortable 

[26:50] Being told to keep secrets 

[28:02] Being disconnected to my body 

[29:47] Other peoples crushing expectations 

[33:27] Looking at how somatic healing can help my life

[35:31] Finding ways that make you happy as a whole

 

Resources:

 

• Florence Holway Story 

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