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This is the BONUS section for the previous episode, Alana's Story. If you missed it, go have a listen and meet us back here after!
Toxic bosses, toxic workplaces, toxic friends and all round toxicity does not need to be a part of your life and your story. We are human beings and we have a choice. Alana showed us that although hard, we can affect change for the better. In her case she couldn't oust the boss, but she could leave, and get away., and so she did and her life has flourished. Thank you Alana for a great episode and for showing us that we can find the strength.  As always, Luke and Kyle discuss the episode in this short 'after thoughts' section.
Links from Alana
website: www.alanaruoso.com
IG: @alanaruoso  https://instagram.com/alanaruoso
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/alanaruoso
Article: https://www.purewow.com/wellness/toxic-work-environment

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Wow, this one is extraordinary. Thank you Alana for coming on and really just telling it how it is. This is for all of you listeners out there with any toxic work experiences, in fact maybe you are in one now and you don't know it? Alana tells us the story of how she became the victim of a Toxic Boss, what it dis to her Mental Health, and how she recovered. Alana's story is eye opening and hopefully offers hope and courage for those who are suffering, often in silence. You wouldn't stand for it in your home, so why stand for it at work!?
Links from Alana
website: www.alanaruoso.com
IG: @alanaruoso  https://instagram.com/alanaruoso
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/alanaruoso
Article: https://www.purewow.com/wellness/toxic-work-environment

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This is the BONUS section, that relates to Cindy's Story. If you haven't heard that episode, you should go back and listen! Luke and Kyle discuss the episode in which Cindy's world was turned upside down when the man she lived with for 7 years, and loved with all her heart, was arrested and sent to jail. The strength to not only recover, but embark on a journey of 50 dates, in 52 weeks, is just the most amazing story! Thank you Cindy for all the highs and lows, and the courage to share you story and give hope to others!
Links from Cindy:
Book: Reflections from the Dating Pool
Curator: Women Only Weekend (WOW)
Website: www.cindydrummond.ca
Social: Facebook.com/womenonlyweekend

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Cindy had left her long term marriage in search of true love, and had found the perfect man who finally made her new life complete..  or so she thought! After 7 years together, one morning she was awoken by the Police at her front door! They were there to arrest and take away her partner, who would eventually stand trial and go to jail for crimes he committed, while seemingly leading a double life! Cindy's world was shattered and she fled the family home with her two daughters, never to return. After vowing not to date another man again, something happened to Cindy over time, and realizing she didn't want to be alone for the rest of her life, she decided to go on 50 dates, in 52 weeks.. and write a book about it, as a way to heal from the trauma!
Links from Cindy:
Book: Reflections from the Dating Pool
Curator: Women Only Weekend (WOW)
Website: www.cindydrummond.ca
Social: Facebook.com/womenonlyweekend

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Luke and Kyle discuss Joey's story. That was the previous episode, and this is the after thoughts section, so listen to that first if you haven't! It's those pesky bullies again. Joey suffered from Lyme Disease and an immune system that caused him to need medication. At 12 years old, this amount of medication literally stopped him growing. We loved Joey and his podcast, which you should check out! Joey found strength, and you can too..
Links from Joey:
Podcast: Listen to Mindshape
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/mindshapepod/?hl=en

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This week, we are lucky enough to have Joey from the MindShape Podcast with us in a podcast crossover special! Luke will be guesting on MindShape in return! Joey's story is one of childhood trauma, and the strength we find within to recover from some pretty awful events and experiences as children.  At 12, Joey was diagnosed with Lyme Disease which soon turned into an auto-immune nightmare. Pumped full of drugs of all kinds, including large amount of steroids, Joey stopped growing, If you think that's the worst of it, cue the bullies! (You know how we feel about bullies). Joey's entire persona changed, and he became someone that he could no longer recognize, driven by fear and a huge lack of love for himself. This episode  is all about the journey of growth and discovery, and how Joey built back his self belief and became the man he is today. Awesome!!
Links from Joey:
Podcast: Listen to Mindshape
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/mindshapepod/?hl=en

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This is the BONUS section that relates to the previous episode, Danni's Story. If you haven't listened to it, you should! Here, Luke and Kyle discuss the amazing resilience Danni showed to get herself out of years, even decades of Drink and Drug abuse, and really set a new path for her life. We want everyone to know that they can ask for help, no matter how dark it has become and how lonely they feel. It really is OK to not feel OK, and  to ask for help! Well done Danni for inspiring us and showing us that it's all possible!
Links from Danni
Danni's Therapy: www.daniellaravdentherapy.com
Danni's Comedy: https://www.instagram.com/danniravden_comedy/
AA: aa.org

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This week we focus on Addiction and Alcoholism, as we talk to Danni Ravden about how drink and drugs completely took her out. Danni discusses her early addiction to sugar, which quickly turned to raiding her Mother's medicine cabinet, and then  even the family drinks cabinet, all by the age of 11 years old. Danni talks openly and honestly about how her life became unmanageable as the years went on and the addictions took hold, losing all sense of who she was, and descending into  darkness over a very long and slow period of time. As with all our stories, we focus on the journey out of the darkness, and Danni's story is no exception. We hear about her rock bottom, her awakening to how bad things were, and the slow and steady steps she took towards self belief and self compassion that allowed her to begin a journey of discovery that would turn her life around.
Links from Danni
Danni's Therapy: www.daniellaravdentherapy.com
Danni's Comedy: https://www.instagram.com/danniravden_comedy/
AA: aa.org

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This is the BONUS section that relates to the previous episode, Mandy's Story. Luke and Kyle discuss trauma, and how childhood trauma specifically, effects us and shapes our lives. Mandy's story was one of the most harrowing we have heard since we launched the podcast a year ago, and we think that this episode can really help others who have been to the darkest, deepest places, to find hope and strength to begin the journey into light. Thank you again Mandy.
TRIGGER / CONTENT WARNING: Episode Includes discussions about childhood sexual abuse, parental suicide, and suicide attempts.
Links From Mandy:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mandy.harvey.3551
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandylharvey
Connect with Mandy: https://linktr.ee/mandylharvey
Learn more about Somatic Experiencing: https://traumahealing.org/
Other Trauma Healing Resources: Therapy in a Nutshell YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/TherapyinaNutshell
Suicide Prevention: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

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Mandy lived with her Mother, and as boyfriends came and went, abuse became a normal part of Mandy's childhood. Then, at just 12 years old, her Mother's new boyfriend, a cop, would repeatedly, sexually abuse her. Warned not to say anything, Mandy accidentally let slip to her school friend, who in turn told the school councilor, who in turn, reported his behavior to the police. Brace yourselves for one of the most intense, harrowing, yet bravest guest stories we have ever had. What would transpire would result in her Mother and her Boyfriend taking their own lives. Guilt and regret would leave Mandy trying to follow in her Mothers footsteps. This episode is a hard listen, but shows that it IS possible to turn even the most damaged and traumatic childhoods into a life of hope, happiness, and fulfillment. Mandy you are amazing!!
TRIGGER / CONTENT WARNING: Episode Includes discussions about childhood sexual abuse, parental suicide, and suicide attempts.
Links From Mandy:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mandy.harvey.3551
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandylharvey
Connect with Mandy: https://linktr.ee/mandylharvey
Learn more about Somatic Experiencing: https://traumahealing.org/
Other Trauma Healing Resources: Therapy in a Nutshell YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/TherapyinaNutshell
Suicide Prevention: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

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