This week I welcome, Alreen Haeggquist, a women's rights advocate, lawyer, and author of, “Fired Up: Fueling Triumph from Trauma.” Alreen discusses her journey to founding her own law firm, which specializes in cases of sexual abuse, harassment, and discrimination, with a focus on trauma-informed care. 

The conversation explores Alreen's personal story of surviving sexual abuse within her family and how it has shaped her professional and advocacy work. She shares insights on the role of a survivor advocate in her firm, the importance of trauma-informed lawyering, and her transformative gratitude and meditation practices. 

Alreen also touches on the impacts of the Me Too movement and the challenges of addressing sexual misconduct in male-dominated fields like medicine and the military. The episode concludes with Alreen providing advice for those considering legal action and emphasizing the importance of taking immediate steps toward healing.

Show Notes:

00:00 Introduction 

01:51 Meet Alreen Haeggquist: Advocate and Lawyer

02:30 Founding a Female-Centric Law Firm

04:08 The Role of a Survivor Advocate

05:11 Trauma-Informed Lawyering

07:16 Alreen's Memoir: Fired Up, Fueling Triumph from Trauma

09:14 The Healing Journey and Empowerment

18:48 Impact of the Me Too Movement

24:35 Challenges in the Legal System

26:55 Supporting Survivors Through Legal Battles

28:47 Understanding Statute of Limitations for Abuse Cases

29:20 Challenges in Workplace Harassment Cases

30:34 The Impact of High-Profile Cases: Weinstein and Cosby

31:54 Power Dynamics in Medical and Military Fields

34:45 Unveiling Medical Field Abuses: 'At Your Cervix' Documentary

37:39 Writing and Family Reactions During Quarantine

42:22 The Power of Gratitude and Meditation Practices

47:44 Embracing Personal Power and Taking Action

51:10 Conclusion and Staying Connected