Overcoming Trauma Episodes

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Why does cancer-related fatigue feel so overwhelming—and what can you do about it? In this episode of In the Rising Podcast, host & physical therapist Bettina explores one of the most common and frustrating side effects experienced by people living with and recovering from cancer: fatigue. Cancer fatigue is more than simply feeling tired. It can feel like carrying an invisible weight in so many ways: physically, mentally...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Ever wondered how movies can serve as a beacon of hope and a means of personal healing? Join me, Bettina Brown, as I share an enriching conversation with Phil Strangolagali, the author of "Jesus Loves Movies." Phil's heartfelt journey through grief and how films became his lifeline will resonate with anyone who's ever been touched by the magic of movies. Together, we delve into the massive impact movies can have on our liv...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Have you ever wondered how to cope and transform grief into something meaningful? Join us for an enriching conversation with the inspiring Annie Gudger, author of the powerful memoir, The Fifth Chamber. She vulnerably shares her journey of grieving her husband's death while pregnant and the way she constructed a legacy for her offspring from the ashes of her loss. Annie's testament to strength and resilience will leave you f...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. The Healing Power of Community: How We Can Support Moms Facing Breast Cancer with Amy Robinson What happens when life brings you to a place where you can no longer do it all alone? In this heartfelt episode of In the Rising Podcast, Bettina Brown welcomes cancer thriver, meditation teacher, and community builder Amy Robinson for a powerful conversation about the role of stress, self-care, motherhood, and community in t...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Jane Healy's Good Night from Paris introduces the remarkable story of Drue (Leyton) Tartiere, who lived a lavish life in Hollywood before discovering her true love. In 1938, she relocated to Paris with him, at the dawn of WWII coming. Drue sought ways to serve her adopted country during these trying times, and turned to radio broadcasting to inform the American audience of what was happening. She brought the reality ...

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Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. In this episode of In the Rising podcast titled "From Darkness to Light: Eric Daddario's Inspiring Mentorship Journey," host Bettina M. Brown interviews Eric Daddario about his life after the tragic death of his brother due to a fentanyl overdose. The conversation revolves around overcoming grief, the importance of making healthy decisions, and how Eric has dedicated his life to helping youth, students, and athletes avoid po...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. In a recent episode of the "In the Rising" podcast, host Bettina M. Brown interviewed Riana Milne, a certified global life and love trauma recovery coach. The conversation revolved around the impact of childhood trauma on our adult relationships and the strategies to heal and build healthier relationship skills. Riana shared her insights and expertise as a psychotherapist and discussed the connection between childhood and ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. After reading an article in Buzzfeed about a person bringing in migrant workers into North Carolina, Author E.C. Hanes, paused… took notice and decided to learn more. As a resident of North Carolina and knowing that over 200,000 people come in each year for migrant work (from agriculture to hospitality) became curious and investigated. These essential workers are necessary for the fabric of America, and he wrote a nove...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Reneé Rodriguez helps women in custody battles against a narcissistic co-parent to go into family court and get the custody arrangement that's best for their kids. These women have suffered psychological abuse at the hands of their former partners and are working to ensure their children are protected from further cruelty. Her company is called Best Foot Forward, has been around for several years. Reneé has been a coach for y...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Aunia Kahn's work in trauma and mental health has grown over the years and has created a launching pad for the Healing Art Creatively Program. Art and trauma-related work first came together as a passion and purpose with her career’s first exhibition Voices Within Surviving Through the Arts (St. Louis Artist Guild 2005) where her art took on subjects of abuse and trauma and was awarded for her endeavors. Later, she was in...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Are you even a writer? I have asked this question so many times… as has (probably) every writer. Paulette Perhach's life started with financial disaster and the accidental death of her father when she was 17, she started started out with a victim mentality. Paulette admits to feeling entitled and waited for success to come to her. It wasn't until she had an experience through the Peace Corps that she lea...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Want to be intentionally fabulous? Have you struggled through a divorce, and want to rebuild your life? My guest today is Kelli Calabrese and she has walked this walk. Kelli has been a Life Coach for most of her career, and now helps women learn to rebuild their life after a divorce. She is the best selling author of several books such as Success Habits of Super Achievers and Passionistas. Website: I invite you to...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Episode Summary What causes relationships to slowly break down—even when both people genuinely love each other? In this episode of In the Rising Podcast, Bettina Brown sits down with author and relationship coach Matthew Fray, author of This Is How Your Marriage Ends. Matthew shares the painful experience that led him from divorce and regret to becoming a writer and coach helping couples understand the subtle habits that e...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. As an expert in the integration of purpose and success, Sigrid bridges ancient wisdom and modern leadership to help those who are ready to up-level their game in life, leadership and entrepreneurship, through looking at the person behind the business and aligning with a higher version of themselves. Through her online -1 on 1 and group- coaching programs; live workshops and retreats, podcast and influential online presence, ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Domestic Violence: It's a devastating, but common issue. In the U.S. - over 10 million adults experience domestic violence annually. 1 in 4 women and 1 and 10 men will experience it in their lifetime. On a typical day, domestic violence hotlines nationwide receive almost 20,000 calls. And Covid-19 has only exacerbated the problem. In the new book - Paper Doll Lina - author ROBYN LUCAS - delivers an honest and deeply ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Excellence is not Perfection It is knowing who you areknowing what is important to youbeing clear on your valuesunderstanding your goalsElizabeth has worked for a multitude of global companies of various sizes and specialisms during my career of 30 plus years. She is a powerful influencer with broad business experience in guiding, operating and effecting change at a senior level. " I believe in being the change ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Krystal is an award-winning interior designer, feng shui master, and entrepreneur. She uses Feng Shui’s thousands of years of application as the foundation of her business, and her personal experiences to help clients change their perspective of their working environment, themselves, and their business. Feng Shui is so much more than having a piece of furniture face a certain way. Krystal explains how having a space ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. DOPAMINE NATION is a book about pleasure. It’s also about pain. Most importantly, it’s about the relationship between the two and how understanding that relationship is essential for a life well-lived. Why? Because the world has transformed from a place of scarcity to a place of overwhelming abundance: drugs, food, news, shopping, gambling, social media, and the list goes on and on. Today, we’re al...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. In this episode of the "In the Rising" podcast, host Bettina M. Brown welcomes Rena Romano, an author, advocate, TEDx speaker, and survivor of sexual abuse. Rena shares her powerful testimony and discusses her journey to healing and transformation. She emphasizes the importance of breaking the silence surrounding sexual abuse and empowering survivors. Throughout the episode, Rena highlights how she has embraced her past a...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. In this episode of the podcast "How Miranda Oh Invites You to Hold Your Chin Up and Embrace Self-Confidence," Miranda Oh shares her personal journey of overcoming divorce and rebuilding her life. She reflects on the challenges she faced both financially and emotionally, and how she ultimately found healing through writing and connecting with others. The episode covers topics such as divorce, mental and emotional struggles, a...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. In this episode, Ashley Michelle shares her powerful journey of triumph over trauma. Titled "Finding Strength Through Tragedy," the book focuses on the healing process after experiencing horrific traumas. Ashley opens up about the various layers of trauma she has encountered throughout her life, starting from witnessing her biological dad's violent behavior as a child and facing bullying in school. The pivotal moment came in ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. In this episode I had the opportunity to interview Yap Chan, an Asian woman, who is helping Asian break out of their shells and live their lives with confidence. Sheena is the author of two books, and has her own podcast called The Tao of Self Confidence, in which she highlights other Asian women, their achievements, stories and point of views. Sheena has been featured and applauded for her work... and no wonder. Her pass...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. I had the wonderful opportunity to interview Gina Heumann, who tells the story of her son, who has RAD, Reactive Attachment Disorder through dignity, passion, and humor, delivering a message of inspiration, hope, and healing. She has spoken to change access to mental health via affordable health insurance coverage in her state, and provided a TEDx talk reviewing how trauma shapes and effects us all. She has started...