I didn't want to leave you hanging for the summer. I just wanted to do a quick life check. For you and for me. I'm hoping to return in the fall, but we'll just have to see what this season brings. I haven't shared much of my private life lately because I wanted to shine light on others who have experienced trauma in some way and have still become successful. They have also found their purpose. It is equally as important for you to find yours, too. I thank you for tuning in this season. I pray you learned something about strength, courage, forgiveness, hope, and love. Feel free to share this with anyone you know who might need some inspiration today. Whatever you choose, just know I support you in your healing journey, where ever that may be, I'm always here if you need help. Love and hugs!   Music: Ipanema by kantubeats x Late Night Instrumental by episodicbeats

Born in Germany, raised in the Midwest, Jeanette began writing for pay at the age of 16. After high school she went on to college hoping to become a journalist but that didn’t work out due to being involved with an abusive man. This eventually made her decide to buy a one way train ticket to California. She eventually married, had two beautiful daughters but, after twelve years, she divorced. In the years to follow she met a terrific man, and they married in 1993.   Along the way, she began a real estate career, worked for various marketing companies but never felt satisfied. A decision for them to move back to the Midwest, for family reasons, opened doors for her to begin her first love, writing, again. She wrote a weekly column in a newspaper, made regular contributions for two magazines, and even got her degree in Communications at 54. That is also the time she began writing her book, “You’re Not Crazy - You’re Codependent”.   In the midst of life, she continues her search to becoming her best self, healing from past hurts and living authentically.   In this episode, you guessed it, we talk about codependency. We delve into why it occurs, what happens when it goes unchecked, and how to move past it. Jeanette should be an inspiration for all of us to heal. There's absolutely no reason why you can't. We'll likely have codependent tendencies for the rest of our lives, but that doesn't mean we have to give in.    If you enjoyed this episode and you're ready to begin your journey to living a peace life, check out Jeanette's book on Amazon.    https://www.amazon.com/Youre-Not-Crazy-Codependent-Addiction/dp/0615533469/ref=asc_df_0615533469/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312695266310&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=8188502122676120413&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9016919&hvtargid=pla-570674447160&psc=1   Blog: https://codependencycentral.blogspot.com    Intro and Outro Music: Sleepless by Fame J  https://www.beatstars.com/beat/sleepless-lofi-x-jazzhop-type-beat-10640443

Caged is the true never-before-told other side of an international, headline story that captivated audiences around the world in 2015. From the Today Show, NBC News, small-town newspapers, to Al Jazeera, everyone told their own version of the events that left Lara and her daughters exiled, the Commanding Officer of Guantanamo Bay’s Naval Base dismissed, and her husband dead.    In today's episode we discuss Lara's experience with domestic violence. We talk about the difficulty of processing grief, the reality of intimate partner violence, the lack of resources women have to handle these situations, what it was like to live a double life, her career, and how her daughter's have flourished after living through rugged life circumstances.   Caged on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Caged-True-Story-Abuse-Betrayal/dp/163195539X Caged at Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/caged-lara-m-sabanosh/1139397763  Contact Lara: https://www.larasabanosh.com  Facebook: @LaraSabanoshCaged (Lara Sabanosh) InstaGram: larasabanosh Twitter: @LaraSabanosh    Resources discussed: https://www.womenslaw.org    Outro music: Pumpin\' by dhedbeats https://www.beatstars.com/dhedbeats

In this episode I speak with life coach Leann Evans about her experience with narcissistic abuse. We discuss techniques she uses to cope, what she's learned about herself, how she's managed to go no contact with her mother, and how healing herself has had an amazingly, positive impact on her relationship with her children. Narcissism is often talked about in today's society, but it's hardly understood because most narcissists will never get diagnosed with the personality disorder. However, the more we share our experiences, the better we will understand. I hope you learn as much as I did!   Contact Ms. Leann: Email: info@leannevanscoaching.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/donm.isurvived/  IG: @donm.isurvived    Intro & Outro beat: Thinking of you by Zver https://www.beatstars.com/beat/thinking-of-you-6751174

In this episode I have survivor, Nakira Howard, a single mommy from Detroit who was at the mercy of her ex boyfriend's hands in January 2021, years after they had been separated. This time when the incident occurred their daughter was present. We discuss how she co-parents with her ex-abuser, how she's coped as a survivor, and how her life has been since escaping. There are so many good tips in this episode, be ready to take notes!   Article referenced : https://www.clickondetroit.com/news/local/2021/10/25/detroit-woman-shares-her-domestic-violence-experience-to-encourage-others-to-seek-the-help/    Michigan's Crime Victim Program:  https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/0,5885,7-339-71548_54783_54853_54855---,00.html

Hey yall! Just wanted to give you a little of my spiritual wisdom before my next interview drops. I'm laughing because I don't believe I possess any spiritual wisdom, but I might. Praise God, because I definitely have the Holy Ghost.   In this episode, I talk about how I've come to terms with my sin, how in the world I still remain calm co-parenting with my ex-abuser, and how I cope with the holidays after my family has been torn apart. Literally. Scripture is the only answer for me.    Co-parenting videos I reference in the episode: Tips for Co-Parenting with a Narcissist or Difficult Person Stephanie Lyn Coaching https://youtu.be/yB66HZKWX_I  Co-parenting with a Narcissist Dr. Ramani Durvasula https://youtu.be/AHL_A0kodlY    Online Support Groups: Domestic Abuse Support Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1032485490166320/   Domestic Violence Support Group for Women https://www.facebook.com/groups/560772291129322   Single Parent Sanity  https://www.facebook.com/groups/SingleParentSanity    Music: Posthumous Production x Reyo Beats

In this episode I have the amazing Amy Butcher, the author of Mothertrucker and Visiting Hours, and award winning essayist. We discuss the release of her latest book, which discusses the uncertainties of intimate partner violence, the resilience of women, and how we are stronger together. Listen up as we honor one of her dear friends and remind women that abuse can occur in different forms. It's also not often visible at surface level.    How to connect with Amy:  https://www.amyebutcher.com https://www.amazon.com/Mothertrucker-Finding-Loneliest-Road-America-ebook/dp/B08WWPZ85M/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=mother+trucker&qid=1638111372&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUE4M0pGN0xaMzc0UjMmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTAyMDMxNzNXSlhTWUgyM1RGMzkmZW5jcnlwdGVkQWRJZD1BMDYyMDY1NTJPTldZVUYyVVdFN1Imd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGYmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl

In this episode I talk with Behavioral Health Therapist from Oregon, Christy Collins, aka Trauma Queen Christy, about how life can be interesting yet difficult. I know everything happens for a reason, but your childhood can seriously mold the person you were called to be. We talk about the different kinds of therapy, how trauma can impact each person differently, why everyone needs therapy, and how to use your story to change the lives of others. This is such a great interview. I hope you love our conversation as much as I did!   Connect: @trauma.queen.christy www.thetraumaqueenchristy.com  Books discussed: https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0143127748/ref=sr_1_1?gclid=Cj0KCQiA-K2MBhC-ARIsAMtLKRszMx8AY26UENXcbjnc3CgzWvMmYDiM8K75EDOsc1niefP4qkdWniIaAmHwEALw_wcB&hvadid=241620573485&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9053228&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=12366383304768172651&hvtargid=kwd-52082394281&hydadcr=15524_10340834&keywords the+body+keeps+the+score&qid=1636716863&sr=8-1   https://www.amazon.com/Attached-Science-Adult-Attachment-YouFind/dp/1585429139/ref=asc_df_1585429139/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312403172530&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10013280271402784708&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9053228&hvtargid=pla-436644332348&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=60300244057&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=312403172530&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10013280271402784708&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9053228&hvtargid=pla-436644332348

If you don't follow me on social media, I went on a retreat at the beginning of this month to be with the Lord. I decided to do a 30 day detox upon return. I'm alive and well friends. This season will strictly be for interviews and I'll only be dropping on a monthly basis. ARE YOU READY!!??!?! I also believe I misspoke, the correct term is missing white woman syndrome not missing person* Episode inspiration: Gabby Petito and Aretha Franklin     Music: Falling by Nagoyaslim

What has unraveled in my life over the past year is almost indescribable. I should probably be the most bitter, most angry, most depressed human being out there right now. But I AM NOT. Here's what I've been holding back. I'm telling you, you never know what someone is going through or what they've been through. I somehow managed to make it out the other side. For that, I am forever grateful. I hope this gives you a true understanding of what it's like to self heal, and at the very least inspire you to keep going. Stay in touch! IG @sierraunraveledpodcast @greeneyedcurlyq Email  sierra.ortiz10@gmail.com   See you later gators! Resources Music: wyd? just chillin by SmolBeatz Source: https://soundcloud.com/smolbeatz/wyd-just-chillin License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Get music free for a link from https://starfrosch.com Music: Pages by Silencyde Source: https://soundcloud.com/silencyde/pages License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Get music free for a link from https://starfrosch.com Articles:    https://www.familyjusticecenter.org/commentary-domestic-violence-how-trauma-impacts-the-brain-and-behavior/   https://www.verywellmind.com/financial-abuse-4155224    https://www.mentalhelp.net/blogs/the-deleterious-effects-of-child-abuse/#:~:text=The%20consequence%20is%20that%20many,depression%2C%20anxiety%20and%20marital%20problems.    https://aifs.gov.au/cfca/publications/effects-child-abuse-and-neglect-adult-survivors    Videos:   https://coercivecontrolcollective.org/news/2018/3/12/the-power-and-control-wheel-1    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5609_5FRjhY   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VB9-4kELT2k

I know I said last week was my last interview, but I've been trying to get this chic on my show for like 6 months. Haha, I'm so glad we got this conversation in before I close out the season. This is just another friendly reminder that you are not alone. You deserve better. You have a deeper calling. In this episode, Kesha and I discuss what's it's like to overcome toxic/narcissistic abuse relationships with intimate partners. She's super wise, and I am eternally grateful for getting a chance to speak with her. She's going to do some great things in our world.    Book discussed: https://www.amazon.com/Psychopath-Free-Expanded-Emotionally-Relationships/dp/0425279995/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=psychopath+free&qid=1623431197&sr=8-1   Contact Kesha:  IG: @healingfromthenarcissist email: Kesha@keshaslifecoaching.com

Okay guys, I said I was going crazy this week before I drop my season finale. In this episode, I have one super dope author by the name of Jesse Harless. He just published another book, you need to check it out! It's called, "If Not You, Then Who?" We talk about fear, the importance of human connectivity, centering your heart with your mind, living through recovery, chasing your life purpose, and the evolution of one's true authentic self. Forgive my audio today, I need another new mic. And the neighborhood dogs decided to participate here and there. Gotta keep it exciting! Someone put me in a studio already, so we can make actual magic without interruptions. Remember I'm still a single, "poor" mom who can't afford fancy equipment... YET :)    Listen up and get ready to take notes!   Contact Jesse: https://www.jesseharless.com  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesseharless/  IG: @jesseharless222   New book: https://www.amazon.com/Not-You-Then-Who-Strengths-ebook/dp/B08X4VW7QM    Music: Kev Brown because he gave me a whole zip file I forgot about *smacks self in the face* He's a saint!

I just keep on learning more about myself every week. I am totally enjoying my self-love journey. I'm probably one of the dopest people ever, I just have the lowest confidence and highest levels of self-doubt. But we keep going anyway right? Of freaking course! In this episode, I talk about my discovery of being an HSP and how it legit forces me to be a better person. One of my best traits is that I love love loveee to help people, which is why it's really easy for me to give. I'd give up everything I own and live in a tent in someone's backyard if I didn't have a child. I feel like someone would call CPS if I attempted that... Anyways, you should try helping others more. It's one of my favorite mental health boosters.  HSP video discussed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pi4JOlMSWjo   Music: The ever so talented Jazz Jousters, song "Away" https://millenniumjazz.bandcamp.com/album/operation-six  IG: @millenniumjazzmusic Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/17yELBsAqL9IWtGVIUDsJ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/MillenniumJazzMusic

First, I had to bring this beat back from a previous episode because it's fire! I used it as an outro, so you didn't get to fully hear the magic made on the track. Excuse me for reusing, I just feel it didn't get the full credit it truly deserves. Secondly, as the title states, I finished reading the Bible in just over a year's time. Man, was it hard work. I talk about all the things I learned while reading it, specifically what I learned about myself. I needed to remind myself that I can legit do anything I put my mind to. This was one of things! Enjoy!   Music: Music: Call When Outside by Light-foot Source: https://soundcloud.com/light-foot/call-when-outside License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Get music free for a link from https://starfrosch.com

Every single one of us has had a different life. We all have different experiences that have shaped us into the people we are today. In this episode I have Mari, creator of Rawthentic Advice, a platform for survivors of abuse, to discuss her personal journey. She changed something horrific into a learning experience, and in return it has blossomed into creating a network to help other women. Listen up while we talk about how losing her brother to suicide made her realize something was not right in her family dynamic. The only thing she could change is herself. Her story is beautiful and inspiring. I hope you enjoy!   Connect with Mari:  https://linktr.ee/rawthenticadvice  IG: @rawthenticadvice

Have you ever heard of the term codependency? I have best selling author and therapist Krystal Mazzola to unravel the topic. You don't want to miss this! Website: https://healthyrelationshipfoundation.com/ Course:https://healthyrelationshipfoundation.com/courses/ Books: https://www.amazon.com/Krystal-Mazzola-M-Ed-LMFT/e/B07MZB765G?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1619805705&sr=8-2 Email: info@healthyrelationshipfoundation.com    Music: Music: Call When Outside by Light-foot Source: https://soundcloud.com/light-foot/call-when-outside License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Get music free for a link from https://starfrosch.com

I was supposed to drop this episode first thing this morning because I recorded late last night, but then I got my COVID shot. My arm is sore AF, so it's been slowing me down a tad.    My neighbors are moving, and I wish I could go with them. They've had a huge impact on my life. I really don't want them to go, but that's not how life works. I honor my Meemaw by reading a sermon she gave back in the 1990s. It's almost freaky because the first time I read it, I thought I wrote it. Weird. It's the best way to honor the work she's done, the impact she's had on my life, the impact she's had on many other women, and the impact she will have on my daughter's. Excuse my vulnerability in this episode. I am human, and I do actually have a heart.   Music: Polaroid by extenz
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What is it like to be me? Well here's how my day went yesterday. My ex found out about my podcast/Instagram, and now he's hell bent on getting my daughter into day care or to be watched by a third party member (his girlfriend) while making my life hell in the process. YIKES. None of this makes sense to me. If you would like to help me understand, I'd be so grateful!   This episode’s attitude is sponsored by my period. Music : Horsty Kristof https://soundcloud.com/krist-f-horthy

Happy Resurrection Day! I wasn't going to post twice in one week, but you know sometimes I'm asked to do things I don't want to do. I watched 10 people get baptized at one singular service today. I sobbed like baby. I can’t explain how beautiful it is to witness that after you’ve gone through that spiritual experience as well. I don’t think I will ever be able to watch a baptism and not cry. I know, I’m so emotional. Bite me.  In this episode, I talk about how God is still working in my life, but I know it's because I'm looking for Him. Every single day.  If you think that you can't sin and be saved, you're wrong. I'm still broken, and I still will sin unfortunately. I hate it and I try not to, but that’s why we’re human and that’s literally why Jesus died for us. A pastor reminded me earlier this week that all you need to do is confess with your tongue and believe. That's it! So where ever you are in your journey, keep going. I'm rooting for you, and God's got you! Book referenced: Girl for the Job, Jess Connolly https://www.amazon.com/You-Are-Girl-Job-Believe/dp/0310352452   Music: IG (@refeeld)  https://collegemusicrecords.bandcamp.com/album/hafu

It's story time with Sierra while these interviews are in queue. Trust me, this is an episode you don't want to miss. In this episode, I talk about all the times I've had run-ins with the law. Gah, I can't believe I'm sharing this stuff, but I've learned a lot from the experiences. Plus I've been keeping myself out of trouble for quite sometime now. Ah, the days of carelessness and youth! Also just another reminder that nobody is perfect, and I'm definitely not a saint! Enjoy!   Music:  David Renda