What’s Your Story? | Healing Through True Stories

Have you ever found yourself completely captivated by a conversation?  Drawn in so deeply it feels like you could sit and listen forever? That's the magic of podcasting - real people, real stories, all unfolding just for you. In a world buzzing with distractions, sometimes you just need a place to connect with like-minded folks.  Whether you're seeking inspiration, knowledge, or simply a good laug...

Jordan Harbinger is a Wall Street lawyer turned podcast interviewer with an approachable style and knack for securing high-profile guests. His podcast, The Jordan Harbinger Show, was selected as part of Apple’s “Best of 2018.” This week's show is a rerun from a conversation I was humbled to have had with Jordan back in 2021. Learn more about Jordan Harbinger HERE If you love our work, please join...

Most people fear pursuing their passion as society has convinced us that you will struggle in life if you make your passion a career. Many see it as a fruitless pursuit, and there is also self-doubt and the fear of failure.  This was Chris Johnson’s case a few years ago. However, he decided to pursue what he loves and is now helping others live their passions. If you love our work, please join our...

As Editor at Large of  CNET Personal Finance ,  multi-bestselling Financial Author, former  CNBC host , and creator of the Webby-nominated podcast  So Money ,   Farnoosh Torabi has become one of the country's favorite go-to money experts. The New York Times calls her advice, "perfectly practical.” This week’s story is one I had the opportunity to share back in 2021 and I wanted to share it again a...

What happens when the role of the parent is altered in a way that makes raising a child even more challenging than it already is? This week we take a look at how to answer that question as our storyteller shares what it was like having not one but both parents having mental disabilities. Show Links: * Learn more about the Storyteller Project: fragilemoments.org/story * Follow us on Instagram * Lea...

In the timeless classic, The Lion King, we are presented with an allegory for what might be considered the hero’s journey, spiritual individuation, or finding meaning and purpose set against the backdrop of suffering and tragedy. What happens when it feels like it’s our mind and body that has turned its back on us? Where do we turn then?  For that answer, you’re going to have to listen to what thi...

Feeling anxious? Overwhelmed? Unhappy? Not sure what you're feeling at all? These might be signs that your "check engine" light is on and seeing a therapist could help. Today, with the last story for the year, we’re sitting down with licensed therapist and all-around supportive human being Kelly Houseman to learn how to make therapy work for you.  Show Links: * Learn more about the Storyteller Pro...

Discover the hidden strengths and vulnerabilities of motherhood with our esteemed guest, Dr. Shoshana Bennett. Through her journey with postpartum depression, Dr. Sosh opens our eyes to the stark realities faced by new mothers, drawing a clear line between the expected 'baby blues' and the graver, more persistent shadow of postpartum depression. Her transformation from struggling to thriving has c...

Dr. Alyssa Berlin is a clinical psychologist specializing in pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting. She combines her psychological background and her doula training to help women and their partners feel empowered and comfortable in the labor and delivery process, both on a physical and emotional level. Dr. Berlin has specific expertise addressing fear and anxiety that may arise before, during, or a...

Prepare to be enchanted as we share an intimate conversation with the elusive poet ATTICUS. Known for his evocative prose, ATTICUS has managed to capture hearts worldwide, choosing to let his raw, authentic words take center stage over personal recognition. We examine the mesmerizing power of his craft, embodied in fans who've immortalized his words with tattoos. Delving into the compelling dichot...

Katie Russell’s daughter died when she was just 12 hours old in April 2021. She was a perfectly healthy, beautiful baby, she died due to failings in health care services. Katie's mental health was severely impacted by grief and PTSD after a traumatic birth. This impacted the pregnancy with her son significantly. She now works hard to help support others through child and baby loss sharing her grie...

When we think about unhealthy workplaces and their impact on mental health, we often think about stress and burnout. These are serious problems deserving care! But in the past several years I’ve noticed another serious problem that gets less attention: workplace trauma. Sure, we know that military personnel and first responders like firefighters experience trauma on the job—putting oneself in harm...

Learning to skillfully navigate emotions means you’re able to fully dive into emotions – even intense emotions – and still act with integrity. You act from your highest values, rather than reacting impulsively to the emotion. Div Manickam has spent a few years navigating the emotional journey and learning that there are more emotions than just crying. She’s learning how to accept the now, be fully...

The Western view on grief is that it is something that you passively experience over about a year after a loved one dies.  You are supposed to progress from a starting phase, continue through subsequent levels, and, by the end, your grief should be complete. Once you’ve neatly gone through each distinct stage, you can carry on with life. In actuality, grief is a participation sport that has no rul...

It’s obvious why someone might be tempted to turn to a communicator in order to talk to their beloved animal, even if that person is otherwise reasonable. It’s terribly hard to share a life with a close friend with whom you are unable to speak. It would be nice to find out, at least, a few basic things. Are they okay? Are they happy? Do they like you? Would they have rather had the green giraffe t...

If you ask Pamela Topjan, she’ll tell you processing trauma takes time. In Pam's case, she began loving life in her 50s, and how she did do it? By writing her own memoir to inspire others to know it can and often does get better. Watch the video version of Pam’s story on YouTube. Show Links: * Storyteller Project: http://fragilemoments.org/tellyourstory * Email: jd@fragilemoments.org  * Socials: I...

Matt LeBris tells his story which, in short, is one that entails an individual who was so numb, bouncing from experience to experience, striving for and from accomplishment to accomplishment as they sought out attention and love, until that no longer worked for them. Watch the video version of Matt’s story on YouTube. Show Links: * Storyteller Project: http://fragilemoments.org/tellyourstory * Ema...

Sometimes, abuse is silent. Sometimes, it comes packaged in a pretty face and seemingly romantic gestures. Sometimes, it presents itself as a winding ride that makes the victim second guess if they are truly being mistreated, or if it’s all in their head. Abuse can take on so many different forms, but it is always very, very lonely as this week’s storyteller, Natasha Dumelie, will tell you. Watch...

Divorce affects us all.  It is a life-changing event, similar to a birth, a wedding, or even a death. It changes the course of our lives. While it is true that your life will never be the same, it is also true that you can emerge from this event stronger, healthier, and happier than you were before. Watch the video version of Ashley’s story on YouTube. Connect with Ashley: https://bigmiracleenergy...

Through the years, I have learned that when someone else opens the door to their own grief and invites you inside, it's a gift, and you go through the door. That happened in my conversation with medium Stephanie Lee. Watch the video version of Stephanie’s story on YouTube. Show Links: * Tell Your Story: http://fragilemoments.org/tellyourstory * Email: jd.jedi@fragilemoments.org   * Socials: Instag...

Initially, people have mixed feelings about any health diagnosis, but especially one associated with their mental health as they are aware of the stigma surrounding mental illness and the negative stories associated with it. However, there’s also an opportunity to find validation in having a specific label for your experiences. Watch the video version of Lianna’s story on YouTube. Show Links: * St...

Join us in a story that sheds light on different aspects of personal growth and self-reflection. We explore the journey of increased self-trust through learning from mistakes and relapses, gaining a new perspective on addiction and treatment, and reflecting on adolescent mental health and substance abuse. Watch the video version of Lindsay’s story on YouTube. Show Links: * Storyteller Project: htt...

This week, our story delves into the inspiring journey of Colin, a recovering alcoholic who has transformed his life from rock bottom to redemption. Through emotional healing and self-forgiveness, Colin shares his experiences of overcoming addiction and finding purpose in helping others. Colin's story serves as a reminder of the power of resilience, self-reflection, and the importance of seeking s...

The idiom, “The Road to Recovery”, captures the essence of recovery, not just because of the alliteration, but one’s path of sobriety really can be compared to a road.  It’s bumpy, sometimes smooth and a straight shot, yet wildly unpredictable at times. Watch the video version of Helen’s story on YouTube. Show Links: * Storyteller Project: http://fragilemoments.org/tellyourstory * Email: jd.jedi@f...

Walking away from Mormonism, also known as The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, means the end or death of the life you learned previously. In other words, the reality you knew is no longer a reality. That, my friends, is much more of a psychological shock to you than you may be aware and, “needs to be recognized as trauma.” Watch the video version of Elia’s story on YouTube. Show Links...