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Dive into the fascinating world of Kay A. Oliver, a renowned multi-book author who transitioned from Hollywood to writing historical and contemporary fiction. In this exclusive interview, Kay shares her unique journey, the challenges faced by women in the industry, and her triumphant battle as a breast cancer survivor. Discover the intriguing concepts behind her thought-provoking book Disturbed Tombs, which explores the ethics of disturbing mummies and sacred graves. Learn about her writing process, the importance of self-belief, and the significance of dialogue in storytelling.

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- 00:00 - The Journey from Hollywood to Writing: Challenges

- 20:36 - Disturbed Tombs: Unveiling Thought-Provoking

- 26:37 - The Writing Process: Exploring Ideas and

- 31:12 - Crafting Stories: The Role of Dialogue and Bigger

- 39:14 - Writing Tips and Novella Practice

- 51:24 - Exploring New Experiences and Hobbies for

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- Empowerment in Industry: Kay A. Oliver's transition from

- Provocative Storytelling: 'Disturbed Tombs' raises

- Inspiration through Adversity: Personal experiences,

- Writing Process Insights: Emphasizing continuous

- Practical Writing Tips: From starting with novellas to

- Creative Inspiration: Exploring new hobbies and real-life

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Karen

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In this powerful episode of "Poddin' My Noggin," Karen

Karen also discusses her journey of self-discovery and

 Key Takeaways

 - Writing as a Healing Tool: Discover how writing can serve as a powerful outlet for emotions and self-expression.

- Impact of Trauma: Learn about the long-lasting effects of abuse and trauma on mental health and relationships.

- Challenges in Mental Health Care: Understand the flaws and stigmatization within the mental health system.

- Breaking Stigmas: See the importance of sharing personal stories to dismantle the stigma around trauma and mental health.

- Authentic Living: Embrace the journey of living

- Overcoming Societal Pressures: Navigate the challenges

- Purpose Through Adversity: Find fulfillment and healing by using personal experiences to help others.

- Ageless Pursuits: Recognize that age should not limit

- Empowerment Through Storytelling: Leverage the power of writing and storytelling for self-expression and empowerment.

 Memorable Quotes

- "I came into life stuttering. And the last line is,

- "I had to learn how to explore words... I had to get

- "My father was very abusive... He started molesting

- "You're going to get the person who's just going to

- "If I could help people, if I could do something with

- "Until I don't have breath in me, it's going to be,

 Chapters

00:00 - Introduction and Karen's Background 

04:51 - The Impact of Stuttering on Karen's Life 

08:26 - The Influence of Italian Culture and Family

10:19 - Karen's Traumatic Childhood and Abusive Father 

12:56 - Karen's Marriages and Abusive Relationships 

23:59 - The Importance of Sharing Personal Stories 

32:16 - The Impact of Societal and Religious Beliefs 

36:01 - Finding Purpose and Self-Discovery 

43:24 - Living Authentically and Pursuing Dreams 

48:22 - The Power of Sharing Personal Experiences 

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Summary

In this conversation, C.K. Simms interviews Ann Hince, a

Takeaways

Ann Hince shares her personal story of healing from trauma

EFT involves tapping on specific acupressure points while

Self-awareness is key in the healing process, as it allows

Taking responsibility for one's own healing and actively

Tapping, or emotional freedom technique (EFT), can help

Self-awareness is key in recognizing and addressing the

Resistance can hinder manifestation, and it is important to

Consistent and kind self-care is essential in the healing

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

06:40 Moving to California and Starting a Family

08:51 Discovering EFT and Tapping

13:15 The Science Behind Tapping

26:52 Changing Yourself to Change Your Environment

31:05 Tapping: A Path to Internal Calmness and External Life

32:58 The Connection Between Physical Sensations and

34:51 Overcoming Resistance and Releasing Limiting Beliefs

38:55 The Role of Self-Awareness in the Healing Process

Summary

In this episode of Poddin' My Noggin, host C.K. Simms shares her personal values and beliefs on various topics, including the Israel-Hamas conflict, North American Christianity, abortion, feminism, politics, trans rights, and pronouns. He emphasizes the importance of integrity and being true to oneself, and encourages listeners to support causes aligned with their values. C.K. Simms advocates for kindness, compassion, and understanding, and urges individuals to educate themselves and take action to create positive change in the world.

Takeaways

Integrity is not for sale; it is important to stay true to one's values and beliefs.

Support causes and individuals that align with your values and beliefs.

Kindness and compassion are essential in all interactions, even when disagreeing with someone.

Complex emotions should be processed in a healthy manner; seeking therapy and support is important.

Respect and use individuals' preferred pronouns as an act of kindness and acceptance.

Educate yourself on various topics and take action to create positive change in the world.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and the Importance of Integrity

02:09 Using Voices and Taking Action for Change

08:23 Staying True to Values and Integrity

13:41 Addressing the Israel-Hamas Conflict

22:21 Pro-Choice Stance on Abortion

26:16 Feminism and Supporting Women

31:46 Processing Complex Emotions in Men

43:47 Supporting Trans Rights and Using Preferred Pronouns

48:06 Kindness and Compassion in Using Pronouns

51:31 Taking Action for Positive Change

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RG Mzon shares her experience of immigrating to the U.S. from the Philippines at the age of 17. She discusses the challenges of living in a third-world country and the motivation behind his family's decision to seek a better future in the U.S. RG highlights the difficulties she faced in navigating the U.S. education system and the frustration of being asked to repeat years of college. She shares her strategy of returning to the Philippines to complete her degree and the benefits of having their education evaluated to match the U.S. curriculum. RG also discusses the challenges of building credit and finding direction in her new life. In this conversation, Rg Enzon shares her journey of transitioning to adulthood, joining the Navy, and building a successful business. She discusses how joining the military expedited her citizenship process and allowed her to pursue her passion for computer technology. Rg also talks about her career in the Navy and how she used her skills to start a dog boarding business and buy a home. She emphasizes the importance of taking action and overcoming analysis paralysis to achieve one's dreams.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

00:54 Immigrating to the U.S.

06:14 Navigating the U.S. Education System

09:00 Emotional Challenges of Immigration

10:07 Returning to the Philippines for College

23:10 Building Credit and Finding Direction

24:40 Transitioning to Adulthood and Joining the Navy

28:46 Career in the Navy and Building a Business

32:39 Starting a Dog Boarding Business and Buying a Home

40:32 Enzon Media and the Power of SEO

44:31 Taking Action and Overcoming Analysis Paralysis

Summary

In this conversation, C.K. Simms interviews Jason Tuttle, who shares his experience as a father of two children with multiple mental and physical disabilities. Jason discusses the challenges of raising children with special needs and the importance of teaching men how to be vulnerable and talk about mental health. He also shares the heartbreaking story of his son's passing and the medical issues his children faced. Despite the difficulties, Jason remains dedicated to advocating for men's mental health and raising awareness about the experiences of families with special needs children. Jason Tuttle shares his experience of grief and loss after the death of his son. He discusses the challenges of navigating grief as a man and the societal expectations that hinder men from expressing their emotions. Jason emphasizes the importance of creating a safe space for men to open up and encourages men to embrace vulnerability. He also talks about his journey of journaling and how it led to the creation of his Facebook page, Letters to Zachary, where he shares his thoughts and experiences with grief. Jason aims to provide support and understanding to others who are grieving and to challenge the stigma surrounding men and emotions.

Takeaways

Men often face challenges in processing emotions and talking about mental health, and it is important to provide support and resources for them.

Raising children with special needs requires learning to communicate and understand nonverbal cues.

The experience of losing a child is devastating, and it is important to allow oneself to grieve and seek support.

Advocating for men's mental health and raising awareness about the experiences of families with special needs children is crucial. Men are often taught to suppress their emotions and view vulnerability as a sign of weakness. Creating a safe space and being receptive can encourage men to open up and express their feelings.

Journaling can be a helpful tool for processing grief and emotions. It allows for the release of thoughts and feelings and can provide a sense of healing and understanding.

It is important to challenge societal expectations and stereotypes surrounding men and emotions. Men should be encouraged to embrace vulnerability and seek support when needed.

Creating online communities and platforms that provide support and understanding can be beneficial for individuals who are grieving. These spaces allow for open and honest conversations about grief and can help combat feelings of isolation.

Supporting and listening to men who are grieving is crucial. It is important to validate their experiences and provide a non-judgmental space for them to share their thoughts and emotions.

Sound Bites

"You are really focused on trying to teach men how to be vulnerable, to process emotions, and to talk about mental health."

"I'm on a mission as a part of many things that I wanna do in life is to bring those stories to the forefront."

"We've faced a lot of adversity. We faced a lot of ups, a lot of downs, a lot of wins and losses just throughout life."

"Time does not heal all wounds. What time does is it gets you, you get used to it."

"I believe people need to see the good, the bad, and the ugly of grief."

"Maybe I have something here that resonates with people."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Focus on Men's Mental Health

02:36 Jason's Background and Experience as a Father

29:38 The Tragic Loss of Jason's Son

36:01 Genetic Testing and Advocacy

39:02 Grief and Loss: Navigating the Journey

49:00 Journaling as a Tool for Healing

57:56 Creating Safe Spaces for Men to Open Up

01:00:15 Challenging Societal Expectations: Men and Emotions

01:09:36 Letters to Zachary: A Platform for Grief Support

01:11:53 Supporting Men in Their Grief Journey

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Marie McKenzie, a sexual assault recovery coach and author, shares her journey from childhood sexual abuse to becoming a successful registered nurse. She wrote a memoir titled 'Things That Keep Me Up At Night' to raise awareness about sexual assault and inspire others to speak up. Marie discloses her own experience of sexual assault during a podcast interview, which leads to other family members and friends sharing their stories. She emphasizes the importance of breaking the silence and supporting survivors. Marie also discusses her work as a sexual assault nurse examiner and the challenges faced by survivors in seeking justice. Marie McKenzie, a sexual assault recovery coach, discusses the progress made in addressing sexual assault cases, such as the implementation of systems to track rape kits and clear backlogs. She emphasizes the importance of continuing the conversation about sexual assault and creating a safe space for survivors to share their stories. Marie shares her own journey of healing and how she uses her nursing knowledge and training to help women overcome their triggers and find intimacy in their relationships. She encourages survivors to seek support and emphasizes the need for bystanders to speak up and protect victims. Marie also highlights the importance of addressing diverse traumas and collaborating with organizations dedicated to supporting survivors.

Takeaways

Marie McKenzie shares her journey from childhood sexual abuse to becoming a successful registered nurse.

She wrote a memoir titled 'Things That Keep Me Up At Night' to raise awareness about sexual assault and inspire others to speak up.

Marie emphasizes the importance of breaking the silence and supporting survivors of sexual assault.

She works as a sexual assault nurse examiner, providing care and support to survivors and testifying in court cases. There has been progress in addressing sexual assault cases, such as the implementation of systems to track rape kits and clear backlogs.

Continuing the conversation about sexual assault is crucial in creating awareness and support for survivors.

Survivors of sexual assault can find healing and overcome triggers with the help of support systems and professional guidance.

Bystanders have a responsibility to speak up and protect victims of sexual assault.

It is important to address diverse traumas and collaborate with organizations dedicated to supporting survivors.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Book Discussion

06:08 Childhood Sexual Abuse and Disclosure

12:51 The Role of a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner

25:50 Seeking Justice for Survivors

30:14 Progress in Addressing Sexual Assault Cases

36:53 Overcoming Triggers and Rekindling Intimacy

53:46 Continuing the Conversation about Sexual Assault

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Summary

Carolyn Murphy shares her story of resilience, transformation, and purpose in the face of childhood trauma. She discusses the impact of trauma on mental health and the role of faith in her healing journey. Carolyn emphasizes the importance of breaking free from fear and the prison of comfort zones. She also highlights the need for therapy and healthy coping strategies to address unresolved trauma. Carolyn's story serves as an inspiration for others to seek healing and support. Carolyn J Murphy discusses the importance of seeking mental health support within religious communities and breaking generational curses. She emphasizes the need to combine faith and action in healing from trauma. Highlighting the importance of finding one's own truth in God. Carolyn shares her work in bridging the gap between people of color and mental health professionals through her business, Firm Foundations Co. She aims to connect Black pastors and ministerial staff with mental health professionals to address mental health issues within religious communities.

Keywords

resilience, transformation, purpose, childhood trauma, mental health, faith, fear, comfort zone, therapy, coping strategies, healing, mental health, religion, trauma, generational curses, faith, action, LGBTQ+, healing, black community, bridging the gap, mental health professionals, religious communities

Takeaways

Childhood trauma can manifest in various ways, such as depression, anxiety, and fear.

Faith and learning about mental health can help in overcoming trauma and fear.

Unresolved trauma can affect not only the individual but also those around them.

Breaking free from fear and comfort zones is essential for personal growth and healing.

Therapy and healthy coping strategies are crucial in addressing and healing from trauma. There is a stigma against seeking mental health support within religious communities, but it is important to combine faith and action in healing from trauma.

Trauma is not your fault, but your recovery is your responsibility.

It is possible to be both LGBTQ+ and a Christian, and finding one's own truth in God is essential.

There is a need to bridge the gap between people of color and mental health professionals, particularly within the Black community.

Connecting Black pastors and ministerial staff with mental health professionals can address mental health issues within religious communities.

Sound Bites

"My God-given phrase this year, this time last year, is I broke up with fear."

"Fear is a shackle."

"Your purpose is greater than your pain."

"If you had cancer, you would go to the doctor to get chemo, but you'd also pray about it."

"Your trauma is not your fault, but your recovery is your responsibility."

"You're out here essentially breaking generational curses."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage

01:38 Resilience, Transformation, and Purpose

09:19 Blaming Herself for Sibling's Passing

11:58 Channeling Pain into Overachievement

19:18 Ministering Without Ministering

22:39 Putting Herself First and Doing the Work

25:13 Recognizing Trauma in Her Mother

27:30 The Importance of Seeking Therapy

28:30 Misdirected Faith and Taking Action

28:56 The Stigma of Mental Health in Religion

30:46 Combining Faith and Mental Health

31:37 Choosing Recovery and Identity

35:29 Breaking Generational Curses

36:52 The Weaponization of Religion

40:44 Creating Bridges in Mental Health

44:42 Understanding Cultural Implications in Therapy

47:08 Connecting with Black Pastors

50:37 Taking Control of Mental Health

51:30 Healing and Finding Purpose

53:00 PMN-Intro-YT.mp4

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Summary

In this episode, Alyssa Decker shares her story of growing up in a conservative evangelical home and the influence of her Pentecostal faith. She discusses the pressure to choose a spouse based on a checklist and the belief that divorce is never an option. Alyssa reflects on ignoring red flags and overriding her intuition, leading to an emotionally abusive marriage. She shares the impact of deception and gaslighting, as well as the challenges of navigating societal expectations and the fear of inconveniencing others. Alyssa's story highlights the importance of listening to intuition and the consequences of ignoring warning signs. In this conversation, Alyssa Decker shares her experience of being in an abusive relationship and eventually finding the strength to leave. She discusses the cycles of trying to make the relationship work, the challenges of moving overseas, and the escalating abuse she faced. Alyssa also highlights the importance of recognizing abuse and seeking help, both for those in abusive relationships and for friends and family who may be concerned. She emphasizes the need for safety planning and finding support from therapists, coaches, or trusted confidants. Alyssa's story serves as a reminder that healing and thriving are possible after leaving an abusive relationship.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:28 Growing Up in a Conservative Evangelical Home

03:26 The Influence of Pentecostal Faith

04:45 The Role of Faith in Choosing a Spouse

07:16 Ignoring Red Flags and Overriding Intuition

08:15 The Pressure to Get Married and Avoid Divorce

11:40 Listening to Intuition and Gut Feelings

22:24 The Pressure of Wedding Expectations

23:13 Unveiling Deception on the Honeymoon

26:27 The Impact of Lies and Betrayal

28:46 Cycles of Forgiveness and Muting Intuition

31:14 Moving Overseas

34:40 Returning Home

37:26 Struggles in Texas

42:14 Recognizing Abuse

46:59 Beginning the Exit

51:29 Escalation of Violence

52:29 Ensuring Safety

57:37 Healing and Thriving

01:00:36 Advice for Those in Abusive Relationships