In today’s podcast, we explore the pressures of time, how fast it goes especially while raising children, the intense buildup to our first post-pandemic holiday, and changes big and small whether you’re ready for them or not. Listen how healing can still happen even in the midst of all the chaos of change…

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On today’s podcast, we discuss men and women and the confusing dynamic sometimes referred to as the battle of the sexes. We explore what may be the defining problem between how men and women relate to one another, especially when the woman has trauma in her past. We discuss the societal barriers to expressing emotions in a healthy way and what can help promote healing in a couple. It may surprise you. So, listen on…

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In today’s podcast, we explore what happens after the burnout – after the initial recovery from trauma. We discuss things big and small that hurt our progress towards healing. Listen to hear how I face the monster of “not enough” in a way that may seem surprising. Let’s begin…

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What chaos burns inside of you? In this episode, we explore our internal chaos in the aftermath of a deeply disturbing experience. I share about my own inner chaos post-rape and the truths I learned about myself and my relationships with others.

Listen to hear how I met my internal chaos and how you can begin to address and then harness the chaos within you and use it to propel you forward. Let’s begin…

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Why is it so hard to heal? In this follow-up introduction to my publication, Princess and the Pea, SE, the Survivor Edition, I go deeper into the metaphor that this story offers survivors. I explore how the central issue of that pesky pea may resonate for those who suffer from posttraumatic symptoms. I also tell a personal story that felt too vulnerable to reveal when I first began, but now I feel ready to share. Listen now…

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We’re supposed to speak up, right? Part of writing about the events of life that irk us is to get some peace around it. Listen to hear to what can happen when the consequences of speaking up become too high…

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Getting support from others is supposed to be easy, according to social media (and even therapists sometimes). But for those who cannot find support, these messages of ease can inadvertently bring up feelings of shame. And this shame can add to an already heavy burden from the original trauma. Listen to how one little share after a night of tears brought new understanding on how to meet this sometimes-challenging human need…

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Welcome to my podcast, “Princess and the Pea.” The metaphor of a princess tested to confirm she’s royalty provided the inspiration for this publication. While the princess got tested with a pea, I get tested by Life in my own journey of healing and growth. Listen now to learn how I plan to use this podcast to help you…

Social media has many ideas of what it takes to heal, but it also has a sinister underbelly that can compromise your personal journey to feeling good. Listen to learn how you can protect yourself from the harm and use the messages to your advantage...

Going to a dance should be fun, right? We shouldn’t have to worry about how safe we feel when around others. Listen to hear about a seemingly minor encounter that takes a dark turn…