Hopeful Hearts Podcast

Shannon and Tamara talk about Tourette syndrome and the inspiring biopic about John Davidson, a Scottish man living a life of activism and awareness. This topic leads to discussion about Dolly Parton and how we learn to live a life of empathy.

Shannon and Tamara discuss the shocking case of Gisele Pelicot, a woman abused by her husband and more than 70 men via chemical submission. Her strength to face her abusers and her quote, "Shame must change sides," has made her a hero to survivors worldwide.

Shannon and Tamara discuss the new Netflix true-crime documentary Maternal Instinct and how many families have some sort of generational trauma that needs to be healed before it's too late.

Dr. Dawn Harrell talks to Shannon and Tamara about healing the whole body - mind, body, and soul.Learn more about Dr. Dawn and Bear Paw Medical by visiting:www.bearpawmedical.com

Shannon and Tamara talk about the responsibility to speak up and speak truth when we see friends and family in dangerous situations.

Shannon and Tamara discuss the space shuttle launch and telling your story of trauma or abuse. Do you have to see to believe?

Shannon and Tamara sit down with medical massage specialist Sarai Hurt to learn about how the body keeps score and what we can do to release trauma and emotion stored up in our muscles and organs.

Tamara and Shannon talk to Georgina, the very first person to receive help from Hopeful Hearts Ministry, all the way from Newfoundland, Canada. She shares pieces of her story and how she's now thriving!

Shannon and Tamara discuss the spooky shows theyve been watching this October; specifically Monster: The Ed Gein Story, My Father, the BTK Killer, and The Perfect Neighbor. Are killers born or made? Do shows like these raise awareness to mental health discussions or just desensitize us?

Shannon and Tamara are joined by guest, Melina Wilcox, LPC, to discuss consent.This show is not for little ears and could be triggering to some. There is discussion of SA. After the recording stopped, the conversation continued and one thing that came up is the importance to always check in with your partner in the middle of encounters. Survivors of abuse will often disassociate and may not be able or willing to speak. Always use verbal check-ins such as, "Is this still okay?" or "Are you still comfortable?"Hopeful Hearts Ministry aids in the long term recovery for survivors of trauma and abuse.