In this episode I share about one of my great losses, the loss of my first born preemie son.  Sometimes we need to allow ourselves to grieve and not push toward where we "should" be.  This is where I've found myself in the last week and tonight I've chosen to open up about something weighing on my heart.  

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Kristen has been an advocate for victims of domestic violence because of her own experience as a young woman.  Listen in to hear some advice from Kristen for women who may be evaluating their situation or learning more about DV.  

If you are in a DV relationship, there is help available, call: 800-799-7233.

I have learned and grown as a person because of what I have experienced, but I also still have PTSD and probably always will.  It's how your brain has been trained to respond and as someone with PTSD, our natural instinct is often to expect the worst case scenario.  It's not pessimism, it's a trauma response.  In being transparent, I share an example of how PTSD has affected me this week and how I am using coping skills to make choices that promote healing. 

This solo episode discusses what PTSD really is, common symptoms and some of my own personal experience.  The definition of PTSD and general description along with symptoms is based around Lisa Najavitz descriptions in her book Seeking Saftey mixed in with my own experience.  The purpose of this discussion is to help those with PTSD recognize the symptoms that are so very common to others who are also experiencing PTSD so we understand the process better as well as to help others understand and better to relate to us.  If you're experiencing PTSD, it is extremely beneficial to see a counselor or join a support group of others who can work through this with you.  

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In this incredible interview with Julie, we hear her story of heartbreak, abuse and struggles that lead her to healing.  Julie shares how she has become an advocate for other women who also find themselves in abusive relationships.  Listen in to her message, it's powerful.  To hear the full story, please listen to Ep 20. 

Two big topics covered in this episode include abuse that occurs in religious communities and how to help our children who are being coparented by an abusive parent. 

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To learn more about Julie and her books visit: https://Juliebonnblank.com

In this incredible interview with Julie, we hear her story of heartbreak, abuse and struggles that lead her to healing.  Julie shares how she has become an advocate for other women who also find themselves in abusive relationships.  Listen in to her message, it's powerful.  Join us again on Friday to listen to part 2! 

Join in the community on Facebook and Instagram, we'd love to have you.  If you need support or you're able to encourage others, this is a great place to reach out to others who understand the struggles.  

To learn more about ARMS go to: https://abuserecovery.org/

To learn more about Julie and her books visit: https://Juliebonnblank.com

Sometimes life seems to catch us off guard.  In this mini episode I share a poem written by Portia Nelson. 

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