Invisible Scars

Happy New Year, everyone! This week, Jessalynn sits down for a powerful conversation with Antonia Deignan, the brilliant author behind "Underwater Daughter," a memoir following the life of Tuni. From grappling with the complexities of her relationship with her parents to coping with her experience of sexual assault, "Underwater Daughter" unravels the many layers of Tuni's struggles. Together, Jessalynn and Antonia discuss her background, what led her to write this book, and the life-changing moment that made her finally stop running from her past and allowed her to fully confront what happened to her when she was young. This is such an empowering conversation, and we can't wait for you to listen!You can find Antonia's book Underwater Daughter here and her website here! If you or someone you know is suffering from the effects of trauma, please know you are not alone in your healing journey. If you would like to speak with a professional therapist, you can reach out to [email protected] to book an appointment. Don't forget to follow Jessalynn on Instagram @invisiblescarspodcast, and visit her website! 

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Trigger Warning: Discussion of Eating Disorders This week, Jessalynn sits down with Erin Treloar, an accomplished health, wellness, and life coach, meditation teacher, and the inspiring host of the Raw Beauty Talks Podcast. Rooted in intuitive eating, mindfulness, and mind-body wellness, Erin's transformative work has garnered recognition in publications like Elle, the LA Times, and Marie Claire. In this episode, Erin recounts her personal struggle with an eating disorder, the impact it had on her and her family, and her recovery journey, including her experience being in an inpatient treatment program. She opens up about her transformative experience working with a life coach and how it led her to becoming a life and wellness coach herself. Erin also shares how Raw Beauty Talks came to be and her experience partnering with various experts to create the transformative Raw Beauty Reset program. Erin is an absolute light, and we can't wait for you to hear this inspiring episode!  Be sure to visit Erin on Instagram @rawbeautytalks and her website! Be sure to also listen to her podcast and learn more about the impactful work she's doing with her non-profit, Free to Be. Don't forget to follow Jessalynn on Instagram @invisiblescarspodcast, visit her website, and check out her shop at Doted Boutique  If you or someone you know is suffering from the effects of trauma, please know you are not alone in your healing journey. If you would like to speak with a professional therapist, you can reach out to [email protected] to book an appointment. 

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REWIND EPISODE! To wrap up 2023, we're re-releasing 2 of our favourite episodes from this season. If you didn't get a chance to listen earlier this year, this is SUCH an amazing episode and Stephanie is such an inspiration! Hope you enjoy!Jessalynn is joined by the inspiring Stephanie Vainer. She is an indigenous creator and the founder of Cottage Living and Style, and today she joins the podcast to share her story of growing up half Ojibwe and half Czech on a reservation in Georgian Bay, Ontario. As the granddaughter of a residential school survivor and daughter of a day school survivor, she reflects on her family life, her experiences growing up on the reserve, and the impact generational trauma had on her and her family. Together, they discuss her experience attending boarding school at a very young age, the lack of resources, funding, and attention given to individuals and families living on the reserves, and how it often feels like a forgotten part of Canada. This is such an inspiring episode, and we can't wait for you to hear it!  Be sure to follow Stephanie on Instagram @stephanie.vainer and check out her blog, Cottage Living and Style. Don't forget to follow Jessalynn on Instagram @invisiblescarspodcast, visit her website, and check out her shop at Doted Boutique  If you or someone you know is suffering from the effects of trauma, please know you are not alone in your healing journey. If you would like to speak with a professional therapist, you can reach out to [email protected] to book an appointment. 

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This week, Jessalynn sits down with Bethany Levasseur to share her story of navigating grief following the tragic and sudden loss of her brother in 2017. Bethany shares insight into the family dynamics she had growing up and the close relationship she had with her brother. Together, they discuss how such a loss at a young age translated into the anxieties of being a new parent and the stress of not having control. She also shares her experience of navigating the grief of losing a sibling when so many often first consider the grief of the parents, children, or spouse. Bethany gives insight into the resources she leaned on in this process and the importance of finding an outlet that you truly enjoy. This is such an inspiring episode, and we can't wait for you to listen.  If you or someone you know is suffering from the effects of trauma, please know you are not alone in your healing journey. If you would like to speak with a professional therapist, you can reach out to [email protected] to book an appointment. Don't forget to follow Jessalynn on Instagram @invisiblescarspodcast, and visit her website! 

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This week, Jessalynn is joined by Gillian Roberts, a Canadian triathlete and teacher who was diagnosed with ovarian cancer at the age of 28. Gillian is also a writer for her blog, where she shares her personal experience of navigating life with ovarian cancer, her triathlete training, and her thoughts on how to support and be there for someone who is navigating their own journey with cancer. Today, Gillian shares her personal story of her cancer diagnosis, how she got into becoming a triathlete, and her experience with navigating grief and resentment following the discovery of a tumor that led to the removal of her reproductive organs. This is such an impactful episode, and I can't wait for you to listen.  If you or someone you know is suffering from the effects of trauma, please know you are not alone in your healing journey. If you would like to speak with a professional therapist, you can reach out to [email protected] to book an appointment. Don't forget to follow Jessalynn on Instagram @invisiblescarspodcast, and visit her website! 

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This week, Jessalynn and Susie are back for their monthly chat, and together they're tackling how to set clear boundaries during the holidays. The holiday season can often be a difficult and triggering time for many, especially individuals who have experienced trauma. Together, they dive into some of the common behaviours and feelings that can arise during the holidays and how to navigate those holiday party RSVPs and invitations to family events. Have you ever felt like saying what you want just doesn't get the respect it deserves? They've got your back with the "broken record" technique, as long as you keep it cool. Jessalynn and Susie reassure you that setting healthy boundaries doesn't make you the Grinch. This is such a fun and relatable episode for all of you who find the holiday season to be a tad overwhelming-don't miss out! If you or someone you know is suffering from the effects of trauma, please know you are not alone in your healing journey. If you would like to speak with a professional therapist, you can reach out to [email protected] to book an appointment. Don't forget to follow Jessalynn on Instagram @invisiblescarspodcast, and visit her website! 

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**Trigger warning: This episode discusses child sexual assault, drugging, rape, and grooming ** PART 2:  This week, Jessalynn and Naomi are back for Part 2 of their 2-Part episode, where they reconnect for the first time since they put their abusers behind bars as kids. In this episode, we will continue to hear Naomi's story from Willow River, what her relationship with the rest of Crystal's family was like, their take on Crystal's sentencing, where she is now, as well as Naomi's relationship with her immediate family. They will also discuss the empowering feeling of sharing their story and their frustrations with publication bans and how they silence victims and survivors from having their stories heard. Naomi was the missing link in Jessalynn's story, and it is such an overwhelming and emotional experience to be able to share this part of the story with all of you.  If you or someone you know is suffering from the effects of trauma, please know you are not alone in your healing journey. If you would like to speak with a professional therapist, you can reach out to [email protected] to book an appointment. Don't forget to follow Jessalynn on Instagram @invisiblescarspodcast, and visit her website! 

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**Trigger warning: This episode discusses child sexual assault, drugging, rape, and grooming ** PART 1:  This week is a deeply personal episode. If you listened to Episodes 1 and 2 of Invisible Scars, you are familiar with Jessalynn's personal story of being a child sexual assault survivor in the Willow River child pornography case in the 90's. One element that was not discussed during those episodes was that Jessalynn had recently been in touch with one of the other children in this case, Naomi Braaten.   This week, in Part 1 of 2, Jessalynn and Naomi sit down to reconnect for the first time since they were children. Passing the mic to Naomi, the two discuss Naomi's story, her family connection to Crystal Hendricks and James Bennet, and how she and Jessalynn came to know each other as kids. They also discuss their experiences on trial and the events that followed. Naomi was the missing link in Jessalynn's story, and it is such an overwhelming and emotional experience to be able to share this part of the story with all of you. If you or someone you know is suffering from the effects of trauma, please know you are not alone in your healing journey. If you would like to speak with a professional therapist, you can reach out to [email protected] to book an appointment. Don't forget to follow Jessalynn on Instagram @invisiblescarspodcast, and visit her website! 

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This week, Jessalynn is sitting down for her first ever solo episode to dive into the topic of self-compassion and self-worth. She shares her personal journey of navigating self-compassion over the years, along with her relatable struggles of constantly worrying about appearances and seeking validation from others. Throughout the episode, she also gives insight into some of the biggest things she's learned throughout her healing journey, along with some amazing advice that we can all learn from! This is such an impactful episode and is the first of many solo episodes to come! If you have a topic that you want to hear Jessalynn dive into, be sure to let us know!  Don't forget to follow Jessalynn on Instagram @invisiblescarspodcast, and visit her website! If you or someone you know is suffering from the effects of trauma, please know you are not alone in your healing journey. If you would like to speak with a professional therapist, you can reach out to [email protected] to book an appointment. 

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**Trigger warning: suicide & suicide attempt**This week, Jessalynn sits down with the remarkable Kevin Hines, a best-selling author, global public speaker, and award-winning documentary filmmaker. At the age of 19, Kevin attempted to take his life by jumping off the Golden Gate Bridge. He is one of only 36 people (less than 1%) to survive the fall, and his survival story includes the help of a sea lion that held him on the surface until the coast guard arrived. Today, he shares his story of healing, recovery, and the importance of removing the stigma and asking for help when you need it. This is such an inspiring episode, and we are so excited to share it with you! Resources: (CANADA)Text 45645 or Call 1.833.456.4566 to speak with a crisis responder without judgementVisit Talk Suicide Canada for more resourcesVisit: www.suicide.org (Canada & US)(UNITED STATES)Dial 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (US Only)Text: 741-741 Crisis Text Line (USA Only)Visit: www.suicide.org (Canada & US)Be sure to follow Kevin on Instagram and read his bestselling memoir titled The Art of Being Broken: How Storytelling Saves Lives. Don't forget to follow Jessalynn on Instagram @invisiblescarspodcast and visit her website!If you or someone you know is suffering from the effects of trauma, please know you are not alone in your healing journey. If you would like to speak with a professional therapist, you can reach out to [email protected] to book an appointment. 

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🌟 You are not alone in your healing journey. Keep going. 🌟