Originally from Poland and now living in Australia, Janin shares their story of survival, awareness, and growing beyond trauma.

“Be kind to yourself,” Gloria Falco

PTSD and Beyond Community Member, Gloria Falco, shares her story of overcoming trauma by relying on intuition and self-advocacy. Every day Gloria posts ocean images on her social media feeds to start everyone’s day with kindness and happiness. Give a listen to her story of inspiration and compassion!

For more about Gloria, connect:

Twitter: @GloryRozeBud

Instagram: @Gloria_Falco

“We don’t have to live that way,” Kari

Kari's story is of survival and maternal strength! Give a listen to her story of overcoming trauma and breaking trauma cycles.

Podiatrist, Sepsis Survivor, and podcast host of Sepsis Stores from Worthington, England is Laura Williams. Laura shares her story of flashbacks and signs of PTSD from developing sepsis and medical treatment; insomnia, depression, and anxiety were daily occurrences. Talking about trauma, Laura’s made friends with other survivors and that tribe is now family. Give a listen to Laura’s story of PTSD and Beyond!

For more about Laura, connect:

Podcast: Your Sepsis Stories

Twitter: @SepsisS

Instagram: @LauraWilliams

“I am still able to hope,” Deborah

Deborah’s story is of self-advocacy, recovery, and growth! Give a listen to her tenacious determination of overcoming trauma.

“For me to get this far, I’m very proud of myself,” Bryce Wilson

Australian Combat Photojournalist and documentary filmmaker, Bryce Wilson, shares his trauma stories of working during wars and humanitarian crises as well as from childhood. Doing the work to overcome the effects of trauma resulted in a growth Bryce says allowed him to be mentally free. Listen to Bryce’s story of freedom from trauma and superpowers of perseverance and resilience!

To learn more about Bryce, connect:

 Web: Bryce.Photography

Twitter: @BryceWilsonAU

Instagram: @BryceWilsonAU

“Figure out who you are without the PTSD,” Mary A.

Mary’s story is of self-awareness. Peeling back the layers of trauma, Mary discovered a strength that helped begin the healing journey moving from anxiety to calmness. Give a listen to her inspirational story!

“Everyone’s important and you do…you matter,” Alayna 

Alayna’s story is of persistence, strength, and a warrior! Give a listen to her tenacious determination of overcoming trauma.

“You gotta rise up,” Carey Kirkella

Award-winning photographer, founder of the Sisters & Survivors photo project, and storyteller, Carey Kirkella, shares her own story about overcoming depression, anxiety, self-esteem and confidence challenges, and finding resilience through photography. Listen to Carey’s journey of processing pain with purposed finding photography as a way to heal.

 To learn more about Carey, connect:

Web: CareyKirkella.com

Instagram: @CareyKirkella

Facebook: Carey Kirkella Photographer

“I have depression but depression doesn’t have me,” Randi-Lee Bowslaugh

Canadian National Champion in Kickboxing, personal trainer, author, and mental health advocate, Randi-Lee Bowslaugh, shares her story to inspire others and ensure that no one feels alone. Growing up with uncertainty from an alcoholic step-father, Randi-Lee did not know what to do or how to process emotions or even get things “right.” Now as a mom, Randi-Lee shares “what to do” from “what not to do” in her family life as well as with coaching clients.

To learn more about Randi-Lee, connect:

Web: RBWriting.ca

Facebook: RBWriting

Books: Thoughts of a Wanderer, Deck the Halls, A Mother’s Truth