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Living with both OCD and autism comes with unique challenges, strengths, and daily realities that are often misunderstood. In this episode, an anonymous guest shares their personal journey — opening up about routines, misconceptions, relationships, and the ways these two conditions overlap in their life.

Through honesty and vulnerability, this conversation sheds light on the unseen struggles and untold resilience that come with navigating OCD and autism.

OCD Resources

• International OCD Foundation (IOCDF): https://iocdf.org
• NOCD (therapy + community): https://www.treatmyocd.com

Autism Resources

• Autism Self Advocacy Network (ASAN): https://autisticadvocacy.org
• Autistic Women & Nonbinary Network: https://awnnetwork.org
• National Autistic Society (UK-based but excellent guides): https://www.autism.org.uk
  
  

Combined Mental Health Support

• NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness): https://nami.org

Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 (for U.S. listeners; provide alternatives if you have global audience)

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In this episode, I open up about my personal health journey — from being diagnosed with Hashimoto’s disease and alopecia areata, to navigating chronic migraines, seizures, and the struggle to be believed by doctors and peers.

Living with autoimmune conditions means facing symptoms that others can’t always see: fatigue, brain fog, pain, hair loss, and fear of the unknown. I share my story of wearing a heart monitor, going through endless tests, and learning to live with conditions that change the way I see myself and the world.

If you’ve ever felt dismissed, misunderstood, or scared about your health, this episode is for you. You are not alone.

📌 Free Resources & Support:

• American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association (AARDA)
   – Information, education, and advocacy for autoimmune conditions
• National Alopecia Areata Foundation
   – Resources, support groups, and research updates
• American Thyroid Association
   – Education on Hashimoto’s disease and hypothyroidism
• Migraine Again
   – Free migraine tips, tools, and patient stories
• The Mighty
   – Online community for people living with chronic illness and disability
• Crisis Text Line
   – Free 24/7 support if you’re struggling emotionally (Text HOME to 741741 in the U.S.)

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Today I’m joined by Julio Angel Rivera, a martial arts instructor, writer, and mental health advocate whose life story is as powerful as the lessons he teaches. When Julio was just eight years old, he witnessed a violent event that became the root of his struggles with complex trauma, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.

Despite those challenges, Julio has dedicated his life to turning pain into purpose. Through martial arts and writing, he empowers others to face resistance with resilience. He’s the author of Brokedown Sensei: How I Fought Trauma and Bipolar Disorder From the Outside In, and his new book, Internal Jiu Jitsu: How to Conquer Mind and Body Resistance by Giving Way, was just released with White Deer Publishing in celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month.

In this conversation, we’ll explore Julio’s journey of managing complex trauma, living with comorbidities, and how the principles of martial arts can be applied to mental health and healing.

InternalJiuJitsu.com Go check out his new book! https://a.co/d/f3d7tiE

📚 Mental Health & Crisis Resources

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S.) – Call or text 988 if you’re in emotional distress or suicidal crisis.
  
  
• SAMHSA National Helpline (1-800-662-HELP) – A confidential, free, 24/7 resource for individuals and families facing mental and substance use disorders.
  
  
• Crisis Text Line – Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a crisis counselor.
  
  
• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) – nami.org | Education, advocacy, and local support groups for individuals and families navigating mental illness.
  
  
• CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) – chadd.org | Evidence-based ADHD resources and community support.
  
  
• International Bipolar Foundation – ibpf.org | Education, support, and resources for people living with bipolar disorder and their families.
  
  
• Sidran Institute – sidran.org | Specializes in resources for survivors of trauma and dissociation.
  
  

🥋 Martial Arts & Healing Resources

• Internal Jiu Jitsu: How to Conquer Mind and Body Resistance by Giving Way by Julio Angel Rivera (White Deer Publishing, 2024).
  
  
• Brokedown Sensei: How I Fought Trauma and Bipolar Disorder From the Outside In by Julio Angel Rivera.
  
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Today’s guest is someone who embodies resilience, courage, and compassion. Lawrence is a 19-year-old Youth Empowerment speaker who helps teens and young adults build self-love, resilience, and a positive outlook on life. Drawing from personal experiences with childhood abuse, Autism, and C-PTSD, Lawrence has spent the past four years not only healing, but also helping others do the same. In this episode, we talk about emotional regulation, healing from trauma, and what it really takes to reclaim your life at a young age.

https://www.instagram.com/lawrencec.empowers

https://www.tiktok.com/@lawrencecempowers

https://www.amazon.com/Power-people-control-management-physical-ebook/dp/B0CY95X1MJ

C-PTSD Education & Support
Books

• “The Body Keeps the Score” by Dr. Bessel van der Kolk
  
   A foundational book on how trauma lives in the body and how healing is possible through body-based practices.
  
  
• “Complex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving” by Pete Walker
  
   Especially helpful for those who experienced ongoing childhood trauma. Very accessible language.
  
  
• “What Happened to You?” by Dr. Bruce Perry & Oprah Winfrey
  
   A gentle and hopeful book that explores how childhood trauma affects the brain and how connection and compassion heal it.

🌐 Websites & Online Resources

• The National Institute for the Clinical Application of Behavioral Medicine (NICABM)
  
   → nicabm.com
  
  Offers free videos and articles on trauma, emotional regulation, and nervous system healing.
  
  
  
• CPTSD Foundation
  
   → cptsdfoundation.org
  
  A non-profit offering daily trauma-informed support, virtual groups, and education.
  
  
  
• The Mighty – Trauma & Mental Health Section
  
   → themighty.com
  
  A peer-based platform with personal stories, tools, and lived experiences from young people with C-PTSD.
  
  
  

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Tools for Emotional Regulation

• Insight Timer – Free meditation & breathwork app (teens can filter for trauma-sensitive content)
  
  
  
• Moodnotes – Helps track mood and identify emotional thought patterns
  
  
  
• Clear Fear – Specifically made for teens managing

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Today, I’m joined by filmmaker Kelsey Taylor — a powerful voice in modern storytelling whose work explores the emotional terrain where pain meets resilience. Kelsey is the writer and director of the upcoming feature film To Kill a Wolf, a haunting and heart-wrenching reimagining of Little Red Riding Hood, set against the backdrop of the Oregon wilderness. Through raw performances and deeply human characters, Kelsey dives into the complex themes of trauma, survival, and the long road to healing. With a background in both narrative and genre filmmaking, she brings an empathetic yet unflinching lens to the screen — and her work refuses to shy away from the darkness in order to find the light. I’m honored to welcome Kelsey to the podcast.

•  www.tokillawolf.com

Resources: 

• National Domestic Violence Hotline (US):
  
   thehotline.org | 1-800-799-SAFE
  
  Text “START” to 88788
  
  
  
• RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network):
  
   rainn.org | 1-800-656-HOPE
  
  
  
• Therapy Resources:
  
   PsychologyToday.com – Find a trauma-informed therapist near you
  
  
  
• Survivor-Led Communities:
  
   domesticShelters.org – Find safe shelter, advocacy, and support
  
   TheMendProject.com – Focused on covert emotional abuse education and healing

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In this episode, I’m joined by Sam Bagshaw — a content creator and advocate who’s reshaping what it means to have a voice. With a severe stammer and a powerful message, Sam uses his platform to empower others to speak with confidence, vulnerability, and pride. We talk about his journey, the courage behind each post, and what it really means to be heard. Make sure you go check him out after the episode and show him some love

His TikTok is @stammerexperiences and his Instagram is @sam_bagshaw_

Resources: 

Organizations & Advocacy

• The Stuttering Foundation – https://www.stutteringhelp.org
• Action for Stammering Children (UK) – https://www.actionforstammeringchildren.org
• National Stuttering Association (USA) – https://westutter.org
  
  

Social Media Inspiration

• @stammerexperiences (Sam’s TikTok)
• @stamily.org – A global community for people who stammer
• @stutterstories – Features personal stories from people who stutter
  
  

Videos & Talks

• Megan Washington’s TED Talk – “Why I live in mortal dread of public speaking”
  
  
• Marc Winski – Actor & Speaker who shares his experience with stuttering
  
  
  

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This week we will be discussing Unmasking Abuse in “Holy” Spaces. Our guest this week is Chantelle Creator of "They Thought I’d Never Tell". Make sure you go check her out after the episode and show her some love, her Instagram is @Never_Telle Chantelle (@never_telle) • Instagram photos and videos

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🧠 Educational Resources on Spiritual & Religious Abuse
The Religious Trauma Institute
religoustraumainstitute.com
Offers research, support, and training for understanding religious trauma.

“Leaving the Fold” by Dr. Marlene Winell
A practical guide for recovering from religious indoctrination, especially fundamentalist upbringings.
Available in book form and via her Journey Free website.

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Living with endometriosis isn’t just a physical struggle—it’s an emotional marathon. In this powerful and vulnerable episode, our guest shares her journey through chronic pain, medical dismissal, and the decision to undergo a hysterectomy. We dive into the emotional impact of living in a body that feels like it’s constantly at war with itself, and how the chronic nature of invisible illness can take a deep toll on mental health. From navigating feelings of betrayal by your own body to reclaiming autonomy through surgery, this is a conversation about grief, resilience, and healing. If you’ve ever felt unseen in your pain or unsure whether your emotional struggles “count,” this one’s for you.

Our guest this week is a friend of the show, Kennedy. She was in episode 13 so please check out her previous episode as well!

🌿 Resources for Endometriosis, Chronic Pain & Mental Health

📚 Books

• “Ask Me About My Uterus” by Abby Norman – A raw and powerful memoir about endometriosis and medical dismissal.
• “Pain and Prejudice” by Gabrielle Jackson – Uncovering how the healthcare system fails women in pain.
• “Invisible Girls” by Sarah Perry – Personal narrative on chronic illness and feeling unseen.
• “Radical Acceptance” by Tara Brach – A guide for self-compassion and healing trauma.
• “The Chronic Pain and Illness Workbook for Teens” by Rachel Zoffness – Also helpful for adults managing pain and emotions.

🧠 Therapy & Support

• Chronic Illness Therapy Collective:
  chronicillnesstherapists.com – A directory for therapists specializing in chronic illness and pain.
• BetterHelp or Open Path Collective – Affordable mental health care, including therapists who work with pain, trauma, and reproductive health issues.
• Pain Connection (US Pain Foundation):
  uspainfoundation.org/painconnection – Peer support groups and educational resources for those living with pain.

🩺 Endometriosis & Hysterectomy Education

• Endometriosis Foundation of America:
  endofound.org – Patient education, advocacy, and up-to-date research.
• Nancy’s Nook (Facebook Group):
  A vetted and respected group offering peer support, surgeon recommendations, and educational resources.
• Center for Endometriosis Care:
  centerforendo.com – Specialists in excision surgery and compassionate care.

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This week we will be discussing generational trauma, breaking cycles of abuse, relationships and starting over, with our guest this week Caitlin Blunnie.
Her Instagram is @liberajane she is an amazing illustrator and advocate.
Make sure you go check her out after the episode and show her some love


📚 Educational Resources

Books:

• “It Didn’t Start With You” by Mark Wolynn
  A powerful book on inherited family trauma and how to end the cycle.
• “Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents” by Lindsay C. Gibson
  A must-read for people who grew up with distant, rejecting, or self-involved caregivers.
• “The Body Keeps the Score” by Bessel van der Kolk
  Offers deep insight into how trauma lives in the body and how we can heal.
• “Set Boundaries, Find Peace” by Nedra Glover Tawwab
  Practical tools on how to identify, set, and honor boundaries.
• “Complex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving” by Pete Walker
  Ideal for those healing from childhood abuse, emotional neglect, and CPTSD.

🧰 Free Online Tools / Articles

• ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) Quiz
  A tool to understand how early trauma may have impacted adult health and behavior.
• Boundaries Worksheet (Therapistaid.com)
  Free handout explaining different types of boundaries and examples.
• Love is Respect (loveisrespect.org)
  Education and resources on healthy vs. toxic relationship dynamics.
• RAIN Technique for Emotional Regulation (Tara Brach)
  A mindfulness practice for self-soothing and re-parenting.

🧠 Therapy & Support Groups

• Psychology Today’s Therapist Finder – Search therapists by specialty, location, or insurance.
• Open Path Collective – Affordable therapy for $30–$60/session.
• The National Domestic Violence Hotline – 800-799-7233 or text "START" to 88788 for anyone in need of support or safety planning.
• r/raisedbynarcissists – A supportive Reddit community for survivors of emotionally abusive families.

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Five years ago, I lost my dad in a tragic incident that changed everything. Since then, grief has been a constant part of my life — but so has healing. In this episode, I open up about how creating art has saved me. Singing, painting, making jewelry, and starting this podcast have all given me a reason to keep going when I didn’t think I could.

This episode is for anyone who's ever felt broken and needed a way to put the pieces back together. I hope my story reminds you that healing is possible, and creativity can be a powerful lifeline.

✨ Thank you for listening and holding space with me.

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