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Mother and daughter tell parallel stories about trauma and its impact on the generations that follow. Jann Simmons’ story is a heart wrenching account of an orphaned child who suffered brutality at the hands of her mother, as well as many others. As an adult, Jann’s mind was closed to the horrors of her abuse, betrayal and abandonment until the day they all came flooding back to her conscious mind. That awareness began a 40-year transformation from a passive victim to resilient warrior. As a young teen, Shari struggled to make sense of her mother’s pain, but as a career mental-health therapist, she began to understand her mother’s journey and learn how trauma affects the brain. She offers strategies in this book for those suffering from past or present trauma or for those who love someone who is suffering. Both women tell their stories and drive home the fact that the choices we make can lead to self-hatred and resentment or to a life of courage, healing and beauty. An unforgettable story of love and transformation that will resonate with mothers, daughters, trauma survivors, those who love them and those who’ve made a career out of helping them heal.

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The Whole of Me

2022/06/27

Today's podcast touches on how easily parts of ourselves can get dismissed and minimized. We have parts of our personality that rise up in our lives when needed. For example, we most likely have a strong/resilient piece of our personality, a playful side, a warrior/protector aspect of who we are. Acknowledging ALL of these parts is key to living a life where we are grounded and...whole!

Fighting Fair

2022/06/06

On today's show, we talk about how to "fight fair". While the idea is so simple, as humans, we often don't have the tools for having a disagreement that is respectful and we react instead of respond. We offer a script for engaging in a conversation that will allow people to express their emotion and be heard at the same time. What would our world look like if we all knew how to Fight Fair?

Goals, Objectives, Action (Part II)

2022/05/16

This podcast is a follow up to "Celebrating The Little Wins" that aired a couple weeks ago. Once we allow ourselves to acknowledge what we HAVE done, it is easier to create realistic goals, objectives and action steps for what we WANT to accomplish. This short conversation provides a pathway to establishing change that is doable.

Celebrate the Little Wins (Part I)

2022/05/02

Today's podcast is about celebrating the little wins in our lives. We often have lofty expectations of ourselves, only to then can get caught in a spiral of shame when we don't live up to them. Take a deep breath because sometimes, we have to simply say..."What I did today was enough".

Social Media Addiction

2022/03/28

In this episode, Jann and Shari discuss how social media addiction is not that different from alcohol or drug addiction. We dialogue about ways to 'check in' with oneself to assess whether life is in balance or not.

Connection Before Correction

2022/03/14

Connecting to yourself FIRST allows one to respond instead of react. All too often we correct someone before taking the time step back and connect to our breath and ground ourselves. In today's podcast, Shari and Jann talk about how this small act can change a conversation and save a relationship!

Imposter Syndrome

2022/02/28

Imposter Syndrome is loosely defined as "Doubting your abilities and feeling like a fraud". In this episode we discuss how common this is and how to cultivate healthier inner self talk.

The Dating Game

2022/02/14

In this podcast, Shari and Jann talk about loving yourself FIRST before becoming involved in a relationship. When we believe deep down we are lovable and worthy...guess what happens? People who validate that belief appear in our lives and vice versa!

Listen Up Adults! - We’ve got something to say! (A story about missing my senior year)

2021/05/17

In this series, we are highlighting the voices of youth and giving them a forum to talk about what is on their minds. 18 year old Zoey Bekkela joins us to discuss how missing her senior of high school changed everything...in a good way! She reveals the insights and wisdom this year taught her about self care, mental health, checking on friends, social justice and politics. While the negative impact of the pandemic on youth has been a focus in the media; Zoey provides a different perspective. Her positivity is a breath of fresh air and something we all need to hear.

Listen Up Adults! - We’ve got something to say! (A story about my transition to the gender I was supposed to be)

2021/05/03

In this series, we are highlighting the voices of youth and giving them a forum to talk about what is on their minds. Ten year old ‘Matt’ joins us, along with his mom, to talk about his decision to live in this world in the way he has always felt...male. His words are so simple, yet so poignant, “Just BE who you are.” He goes on to remind us that we would all “just be happier” if we could accept each other.

Listen Up Adults! - We’ve got something to say! (A story about my mentally ill brother)

2021/04/19

In this series, we are highlighting the voices of youth and giving them a forum to talk about what is on their minds. ‘Holly’ joins us for this podcast and discusses what life has been like growing up with a sibling who struggles with mental health issues. She artfully paints a picture of the pain, worry and insight she has gained during the journey with her brother. Holly reminds us all that love is big and messy!

Isolation, Separation and Loneliness...Oh My!

2021/03/29

Today’s podcast tackles the topic of isolation (an issue we know all too well as of late) and how it can boar it’s way into our psyche. Prolonged loneliness and lack of connection can impact our thoughts and break down our beliefs. It can then morph into something we become habituated to. In this talk, we feature our favorite author, Tony Garcia, who shares two poignant writings as a springboard for our conversation. Tony has written three books, available on Amazon: Wanna Know a Truth? A Simple Man’s Search for the Truths in His Life Whispers From My Heart Secrets, Truths & Whispers: Lessons from a Good, Hard Life He can be found at: https://bublish.com/author/tonygarcia, http://www.facebook.com/CoachGForce