Watch Us Thrive

*Trigger warning: This episode mentions acts of sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised.*
Julie Dammar is a former Actress, Director & Producer turned Podcaster & Author of the book "Sink Full Of Dishes", a self-talk monologue that helps readers navigate the ins & outs of their inner critic. 
She began her journey of self-discovery in 2018 & later took her story to social media during the Covid-19 pandemic. During this time, Julie shared her experience of trying to heal from her trauma-filled childhood of physical, verbal & sexual abuse. 
Sharing her story has been instrumental in her healing process, not only in her personal growth, but also professionally. By creating the Selective Hearing Podcast, Julie is able to share powerful stories of others & provides resources every week that can help turn your pain into purpose.
Check out her merch store. Purchase her new book here & purchase her 365 days of gratitude journal here.
This week, Julie shares her story of overcoming trauma & abuse, and how she made the choice to heal and create a better life for herself and her children. We talk about her new book, Sink Full of Dishes, which explores the negative self-talk and inner critic that many people experience.
Julie talks about the importance of talking about and normalizing trauma & encourages listeners to do the work of healing & self-reflection. She also highlights the power of gratitude & surrounding yourself with a supportive community.
Chapters
00:00: Intro & Connection
03:14: Sharing Stories of Pain & Overcoming
08:03: Making the Choice to Heal
14:05: Breaking the Silence & Shifting the Narrative
23:50: The Role of Gratitude
27:45: The Power of a Supportive Community
29:08: Writing 'Sink Full of Dishes' & the Healing Process
37:53:  Becoming Who You Were Meant to Be
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*Trigger warning: This episode mentions acts of domestic violence. Listener discretion is advised.*
Amber Summerz is a motivational speaker & entrepreneur. She supports and connects with individuals and organizations to bring transformation and awareness.
Her influence and story have touched the world and created a change. She coaches with passion in helping her clients find peace and resolution through her self-discovery methods.
With over 8 years of coaching experience, she has applied her experiences to her storytelling. She has brought change through her metamorphosis in life. 
On October 31, 2020, she lost her mother to a murder-suicide committed by her father after 27 years of marriage and abuse. Amber has taken her pain, life story, and journey and impacted so many lives through empowerment. She moves her audiences with emotions and inspirational storytelling. 
People Magazine has shared Amber’s story, which influenced many around the world. She is a board of directors for a Non Profit called IgniteHer, INC, which focuses on providing awareness about domestic violence through articles, workshops and events.
You can follow Amber on Instagram, TikTok & YouTube.
This week, Amber shares her story of surviving domestic violence and the trauma she experienced growing up. She discusses the abuse she went through as a child and the impact it had on her relationships as an adult.
She also opens up about the life-altering event in 2020 when her parents were involved in a murder-suicide. Despite the pain and challenges, Amber has found strength and empowerment in sharing her story and advocating for others. Her journey is a testament to resilience and the power of self-love & healing from grief & loss.
*Note: If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please know that help is available. Call the 24/7 National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) for confidential support.
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Wen Peetes is an intuitive healing coach, author, mentor & speaker who helps driven women finally come home to peace with themselves and the freedom to live life on their own terms.
With her popular Instagram @rebelforaspell, Wen continues to expand her reach through her daily content and by sharing tools of transformation with tailored offerings including, her private 1-on-1 coaching program, VIP Retreat and her group mentorship program.
As a survivor of childhood abuse, Wen found herself trying to break free from the negative cycle that left her feeling stuck, helpless and hopeless. Through a series of life-changing events, she found the courage to embrace her darkest secret and the resilience to turn pain into purpose. 
She’s also the author of Inner Child Healing: Heal Your Wounds. Train Your Mind. Create A New You. In this self-reflective book, Wen gently encourages you to address past childhood trauma wounds that may cause you to doubt your worth.
Tune in this week as Wen shares her own survival story of turning her pain into power. She emphasizes the need to trust yourself and seek help when feeling trapped in toxic situations. We also talk about her new book, Inner Child Healing, which is a tool for healing and includes exercises for introspection.
I absolutely LOVED Wen's energy. She is someone who has been able to turn some of the darkest moments of her life into her superpower & helping other women do the same.
This week's conversation will have you feeling like you can become the co-creator of the life you never want to run away from, by becoming the fullest expression of yourself: feeling whole, confident, and peacefully free to live a vibrant & authentic life!
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Giovanna "Gia" Hernandez is the podcast host of Healing The Roots & an entrepreneur with a unique perspective shaped by her journey as both a trauma survivor and self-healer. She cultivates connections through love and empathy, using her voice to shed light on healing the inner child and navigating past traumas.
Through somatic movements and exercises, she intuitively guides others on their healing journeys, sharing insights with unwavering transparency and empathy.
This week on the show, Gia discusses the importance of healing from childhood trauma and embracing vulnerability. She bravely shares her experiences growing up in a chaotic & abusive household, and how she has started on a healing journey later on in adulthood.
We talk about the need for self-awareness, making small changes, and prioritizing your own healing while nurturing children and maintaining a household. Gia also talks about her new podcast, Healing the Roots, and the power of sharing one's story to empower others.
I've said it before and I'll say it again... there is so much power and healing when we embrace our vulnerability & share our stories. Trauma and abuse thrives in silence. How we can begin to take back our power? By simply talking about what we went through and letting go of the shame we experienced by holding onto those deep, dark secrets.
I hope by listening to Gia's impactful story this week, you too can embrace your vulnerability and share your story, in whatever capacity feels the best for you. You have no idea how your own story can inspire and empower others to do the same.
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction
07:41 - Pivotal Moment: Taking Healing Seriously
13:52 - Prioritizing Healing as a Parent
27:33 - Embracing Vulnerability & Sharing Your Story
34:14 - The Power of Taking Control and Thriving
39:28 - Conclusion
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Morgan Danielle is a Relationship Coach, IFS Therapist, NLP Practitioner, and founder of Empowered Femme. She has helped hundreds of women rewire their minds & heal the core wounds that were driving their toxic relationship patterns after experiencing (known or unknown) trauma. She empowers women to create a new relationship blueprint that allows them to release toxic relationship patterns and attract the healthy love they desire.
For many years, Morgan struggled with love, drug & alcohol addictions, codependency, depression, anxiety, PTSD, disorganized attachment, toxic & abusive relationships, and eating disorders.
But once she was able to heal from her past traumas, she decided to dedicate her entire career to helping other women experience the same type of healing. Learn more about how you can work with Morgan here.
This week on the pod, we're discussing healing from toxic and abusive relationships, which is something many of us are all too familiar with! Morgan & I share our personal experiences and offer advice for anyone in the same boat.
We talk about the importance of self-reflection, feeling all the feels & finding clarity in what it is that you want. We touch on relationship red flags🚩 to look out for, especially when re-entering the dating scene. We also highlight the role of manifestation and taking aligned action in creating healthy relationships.
Listen sis... we get it. Leaving a toxic relationship can be extremely difficult, but we hope by listening to this week's conversation, it motivates you to take the first step towards healing & empowerment. If we've done it, we know you can, too. You got this!💕
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Demetria Winters is a Mental Health Advocate, author, entrepreneur, nurse & veteran. As a survivor of childhood trauma & diagnosed with Major Depression, she set out to find a way to effect change in mental health & alleviate stigma in the black community.
Focusing on black women, like herself, she seeks to provide education & support by doing workshops and being involved in political, economic & clinical forums. That led to her founding Black Butterfly Queens Life Coaching for black women seeking to overcome their mental & emotional challenges and finding their purpose.
Loving to write as part of her own self-care, she decided to take that love to a new level by becoming an author on 2 book collaborations: Wake Up Winning No Matter What Vol 2: Losing is Not an Option and the devotional book/workbook bundle Step Into Your Power.
Prior to that, she worked in Women and Infant Services for 20 years and was in the Army for 8 years. She's currently an executive member of Southern Crescent Women in Business, Clayton/Dekalb Chapter. As the Director of Aim High Solutions Corp, she helps coordinate activities and events for at risk youth and their families.
This week on the pod, I have a raw & honest convo with Demetria as she talks about how to transform your pain into power. We all have trauma and baggage that held us back in so many areas of our lives.
But, with the right guidance and tools in your self healing toolkits, you can emerge on the other side and transform your life, like a caterpillar into a butterfly. I hope by hearing Demetria's story, you too are inspired to turn your own pain into your power.
Remind yourself that you have the ability to completely change your life and no longer be held back by the dark moments you lived through. Give yourself permission to rewrite your life story and take the steps you need in order to transform into a beautiful butterfly🐛🦋
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Dr. Mariel Buqué is an Afro-Dominican, Columbia University-trained Psychologist, intergenerational trauma expert & the author of "Break the Cycle: A Guide to Healing Intergenerational Trauma'', a book that focuses on healing wounds of intergenerational trauma.
Her clinical framework is holistic & infuses ancient and indigenous healing practices into a modern, comprehensive therapeutic approach.
She additionally provides healing workshops to Fortune 100 companies including Google, Twitter, Capital One & Facebook and lectures within the psychology department of Columbia University.
Dr. Buqué is widely sought out for her clinical expertise and trauma healing approach and has been featured on major media outlets including The Today Show, Good Morning America & ABC News. She has been named as a School of Greatness’s 100 Greatest People Doing Good in 2022.
Her work can be found on drmarielbuque.com.
I'm honored to have my first ever doctor featured on Watch Us Thrive! On this week's episode, I have an eye-opening conversation with Dr. Mariel Buqué, a psychologist with a passion for unraveling the complexities of trauma and intergenerational trauma healing.
Dr. Buqué shares her own experiences growing up as an Afro-Latina, shedding light on the challenges of generational trauma. She takes us on a journey into the fascinating world of psychology and why cultural integration is key to her practice. Plus, she spills the tea on her unique 'Tea Time' sessions and the release of her book, 'Break the Cycle: A Guide to Healing Intergenerational Trauma.'
If you want practical tips and a candid discussion on breaking down barriers to therapy in communities of color, how to heal from generational trauma & much more, I promise this conversation is packed with insights you won't want to miss!
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*Trigger warning: This episode mentions acts of sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised.*
Heather Dunlop is an empowering coach dedicated to guiding women who have experienced sexual assault or domestic violence towards a life filled with empowerment and joy. Her passion lies in helping women transition from mere survival to a life filled with love, joy, trust, and prosperity.
With Heather's support, clients identify and overcome obstacles, cultivating new beliefs that align with their dreams and aspirations.
Drawing from her personal journey of overcoming molestation from ages 8 to 12, Heather shares fundamental principles that fueled her own healing and growth from her past childhood traumas.
Through her coaching services and online presence, Heather continues to impact the lives of survivors, empowering them to unlock their true potential and live lives abundant with fulfillment and purpose.
You can learn more about Heather by visiting her Instagram & Facebook!
This week, Heather delves into the powerful journey of forgiveness, exploring how it can help us heal from our past traumas. We also uncover the process of breaking free from old survival mindsets, opening up space for a vibrant life filled with new possibilities.
Heather's approach is all about offering a ray of hope and practical advice for women on a journey to reclaim their personal power and thrive after facing some difficult moments. If we're able to heal, grow and thrive from some of the darkest moments of our lives, YOU can too!🫶🏼
*If you've experience sexual abuse, help is available. RAINN is the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization. Call 800.656.HOPE for free, 24/7 confidential support.
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I was recently asked to speak at an incredible event that unlocked another level of healing. I had no clue how impactful sharing my survival story would be… I mean, your girl got a standing ovation!🥹
The feedback I received from the incredible women who attended the Notorious Women Day Retreat blew my mind. I am so grateful to have been able to share my domestic violence survivor story in a way I haven’t done before.
I got SUPER vulnerable with my speech (trigger warning). And as a surprise for anyone who wasn't able to attend, I'm sharing my entire speech for you to listen to.
For anyone out there who has gone through some dark sh*t & came out on the other side, remember this...maybe you went through it and SURVIVED just so you could help someone else make it through.
My wish for you after listening to this episode is this: don’t be afraid to use your voice. You have no idea how you can change the world by simply speaking up🫶🏼
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You've seen in all over social media. I'm sure you've had your own opinions on the sh*t show we've seen dominating our screens... And yes, I'm talking about LOVE IS BLIND!🫠
After binge-watching all 13 episodes in a single weekend, because that's the only way to watch LIB, I had so many thoughts ruminating in my head that I had to plug up my mic and record a solo episode! And yes, SPOILERS ARE DROPPED IN THIS EPISODE. You've been warned.
Watching this disastrous season, I saw a common theme among several couples who didn't make it down the aisle... and that theme is falling in love with someone's potential. We've ALL been there, myself included!
Tune in this week as I break this down, as I'm sure you can relate at some point in your own relationship(s). And by the end of this episode, you'll ask yourself this question... do you want a partner or a project?
TikTok video credit: @kittiejrose
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