Detective Heidi Chance breaks down the myths, realities, and red flags of human trafficking, offering parents and communities practical tools to protect children and fight back. 

What you’ll learn:
✔️ The key differences between human trafficking and smuggling
✔️ How traffickers use coercion, fraud, and manipulation—not just force
✔️ The shocking truth about online predators and how they groom victims
✔️ Why the average age of entry into trafficking is just 13 years old
✔️ Actionable steps parents can take to protect their children
✔️ How YOU can spot the warning signs and help combat this crisis

Detective Chance also shares insights from her new book, which is designed to help parents have these difficult but necessary conversations with their children.

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Over 369,000 children are in the foster care system today, many facing trauma, educational struggles, and the looming risk of homelessness or incarceration.

 Sharon Dunlevy exposes the hidden barriers foster kids face and offers practical ways to break cycles of instability, from educational advocacy to empowering foster parents. 

Inside this episode:
✔️ Why 20% of foster youth end up incarcerated—and how we can change that
✔️ The brain science of trauma and how it affects learning
✔️ How to empower foster parents to advocate for their kids
✔️ The truth behind foster care funding and why parents aren’t “in it for the money”
✔️ How one positive relationship can change the trajectory of a child’s life

This episode is a call to action—because every child deserves a future, not a statistic. Tune in to hear Sharon’s inspiring insights and learn how YOU can be part of the change.

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Zulma Williams, founder of Dragon Therapy Services, shares how surviving domestic abuse and cancer led her to embrace radical honesty, fierce self-love, and yes — a few well-timed F-bombs.

What you’ll get from this episode:
 ✔️ How to stop bottling emotions and start releasing them in healthy (and loud) ways
 ✔️ The truth about fear of success—and how to stop sabotaging your growth
 ✔️ Why putting yourself first isn’t selfish, it’s necessary
✔️ A powerful new lens on healing, trauma, and the myths we’ve been sold

This is the episode that might just set your inner fire free.

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https://www.instagram.com/theswearingtherapist/

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Ami Herrick opens up about her experiences in the trans community, the societal pressures that fuel crises, and how acceptance and dialogue can change lives. 

You’ll learn:
✔️ How society’s expectations fuel mental health crises in the trans community
✔️ The role of fundamentalism (both religious and secular) in reinforcing harmful divides
✔️ Why gender identity is more complex than you think—and how we can reframe it
✔️ The lifesaving power of acceptance, support, and open dialogue

Ami’s candid insights and Tiffanie’s deep-dive questions will challenge your perspectives and inspire you to become part of the solution. This episode isn’t just about awareness—it’s a call to action.

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Patrick Doyle opens up about his journey from an abusive childhood to recovery and self-discovery, sharing the hidden signs of emotional abuse, the traps of denial, and the power of community in healing.

We dive deep into:

• The hidden signs of emotional abuse
• How denial traps both abusers and survivors
• The critical role of safety and community in healing
• The power of reclaiming your self-worth

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Ori Goldstein discusses how childhood trauma shapes our beliefs and how breaking those patterns can free us to live authentically and without fear. 

What you’ll learn in this episode:
✅ How limiting beliefs keep you stuck in self-sabotage
✅ The connection between childhood trauma and adult fears
✅ Tools for uncovering your authentic self
✅ Why happiness is found in the journey, not the destination

If you’re ready to rewrite your story, this episode is your starting point

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Batrice Cordova opens up about her path from addiction and loss to healing and love, showing it’s possible to rebuild no matter how far you’ve fallen. 

What you’ll learn in this episode:
✅ How to recognize your worth and seek help
✅ The role of self-forgiveness in healing
✅ How a supportive partner can aid recovery
✅ Turning pain and loss into a reason to live fully

This story proves it’s never too late to reclaim your life.

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Brooke DeBoer discusses the lasting effects of bullying, the healing process, and how to build healthy relationships by knowing your worth and setting boundaries. 

What you’ll learn in this episode:
✅ How childhood bullying impacts adult relationships
✅ Why processing pain is essential for moving forward
✅ The role of boundaries in protecting your peace
✅ How to identify and release toxic relationships

This episode is your guide to moving past hurt and creating the relationships you deserve.

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Stephanie Sifrit shares her fight for justice after her mother was abused in a nursing home, advocating for laws that allow families to protect loved ones in care. 

What you’ll learn in this episode:
✅ How abuse happens in care facilities
✅ The urgent need for legislative change
✅ Why families should have the right to install cameras
✅ How to advocate for those who can’t speak for themselves

This is more than a story — it’s a call to action to protect our most vulnerable.

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00:00 - Stephanie Sifrit is advocating on behalf of her elderly mother

07:59 - Two people before my mother and one after my mother had dementia

14:02 - There are several arguments against allowing cameras in nursing homes

20:51 - Water conservation and hurricane recovery are taking priority over elder protection

26:05 - If you want to start a petition, you need 900,000 verified voters signatures

32:26 - Eorizon Dutton wants to help collect signatures for vulnerable Florida patients

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From a troubled past to a life of purpose — this is Sean’s story.
In this episode, Sean Hemeon — actor, author, and former drug dealer — shares his journey from addiction, heartbreak, and self-destruction to sobriety, healing, and redemption. Known for his roles in True Blood and Criminal Minds, Sean opens up about resilience, love, and second chances.

What you’ll learn in this episode:
✅ How childhood beliefs can shape your path — for better or worse
✅ The turning points that led Sean to sobriety
✅ Lessons on love, accountability, and reclaiming self-worth
✅ Why healing is an ongoing process

If you’ve ever doubted your ability to change, this story will give you hope.

👉How to contact:
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