The Survivor by Amanda Blackwood

When he was born, his father was on the run from the law because of a violent altercation in the US. That was the perfect set up for a traumatic childhood and young adult life. But after a nearly fatal incident when his children were very young, this courageous man decided it was time to learn how to fight back in healthy ways. Now he works with at-risk (or at-promise) youth to help them make better choices than he did as a child himself.  If you survived trauma and wrote your own story of survival, please let me know if you'd be interested in being interviewed! (I do NOT get paid for the podcast.) As always you can support the podcast with PayPal or Venmo donations, or by purchasing one of my books! PayPal authoramandablackwood@gmail.com Venmo @DetailedPieces Find my books: https://books2read.com/ap/xej5pN/Amanda-Blackwood Sign up for the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of "Detailed Pieces of a Shattered Dream" today! https://dl.bookfunnel.com/oui64pgchc Shop the ABTS Etsy for signed books, original art prints, and more! https://www.etsy.com/shop/LadyBlackwoodShop

She survived the awful experiences of her childhood, and then she learned how to deal with them later. This woman has been a hero to me for a few years now and I'm overjoyed to have her on the show. Miranda Pacchiana, MSW is a personal coach,  writer, survivor, and host of the podcast Truth and Consequences:  Navigating the aftermath of trauma. She has spent over two decades  addressing and examining family responses to the disclosure of child  sexual abuse which led her to create the online platform, The Second  Wound: Coping with family while healing from abuse & assault. Miranda is a married mother of three grown children and she lives and works in Sandy Hook, Connecticut. Find Miranda online!  Truth and Consequences Handles and website Instagram @tnc_podcast Twitter @truthcon1 Facebook @TruthNConsequences Website https://truthnconsequences.com/ Second Wound Handles and website Instagram @thesecondwound Twitter @SecondWound Facebook @SecondWound Website https://secondwound.com/ If you survived trauma and wrote your own story of survival, please let me know if you'd be interested in being interviewed! (I do NOT get paid for the podcast.) As always you can support the podcast with PayPal or Venmo donations, or by purchasing one of my books! PayPal authoramandablackwood@gmail.com Venmo @DetailedPieces Find my books: https://books2read.com/ap/xej5pN/Amanda-Blackwood Sign up for the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of "Detailed Pieces of a Shattered Dream" today! https://dl.bookfunnel.com/oui64pgchc Shop the ABTS Etsy for signed books, original art prints, and more! https://www.etsy.com/shop/LadyBlackwoodShop Listen On Anchor https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood On Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7cyzuDPEQe5OwZIsWfQbUI

When Nicole Hanson interviewed on my podcast back in December, it was a magical day. She was such a shining light that I immediately bought a copy of her book for a friend, and told my husband I wanted one for myself (which he gave me for Christmas). But she did something else, too. Nicole Hanson spoke with a young lady by the name of Leigh Lincoln who had worked so extensively with assistance in finding support, housing, and basic needs for those facing homelessness.  She also assisted with first-time home buyer programs, community outreach programs, and neighborhood task forces. Then she wrote a fantastic book from the perspective of a homeless woman. Her heart changed the minds of others, and it might touch your life, too.  If you survived trauma and wrote your own story of survival, please let me know if you'd be interested in being interviewed! (I do NOT get paid for the podcast.) As always you can support the podcast with PayPal or Venmo donations, or by purchasing one of my books! PayPal authoramandablackwood@gmail.com Venmo @DetailedPieces Find my books: https://books2read.com/ap/xej5pN/Amanda-Blackwood Sign up for the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of "Detailed Pieces of a Shattered Dream" today! https://dl.bookfunnel.com/oui64pgchc Shop the ABTS Etsy for signed books, original art prints, and more! https://www.etsy.com/shop/LadyBlackwoodShop Listen On Anchor https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood On Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7cyzuDPEQe5OwZIsWfQbUI

Joe was eighteen-years-old and two weeks into college studying to become a psychologist, when a nursing student changed his life in the blink of an eye. For a series of seven years, Joe experienced mini-seizures, and finally two massive Grand Mal seizures on Christmas day 2019, during which he flat-lined. Joe has died three times so far in his life, and his struggle to overcome the nightmare he found himself in has been nothing less than harrowing. He had to give up on his college dreams, redirect his life, learn to speak all over again, and (with the help of inventor Ross Lilley), he's continuing his rehab in learning to walk once more. Joe's book "My Nightmare... And How I Woke From It" has been helping so many other people, but he's gone beyond that, too. This amazing young man and his father teamed up for some original music on YouTube. I've included the links below. The music is set to a slideshow and you can watch Joe's journey yourself.  Find Joe Reidy's book on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/My-Nightmare-How-I-Woke/dp/1940244145 Check out the ORIGINAL music and slideshows he and his father put together!  What Love Can Be: https://youtu.be/dmLGEPNxiMA One More Turn: https://youtu.be/NBeU7EJowVc Norm Reidy's music can be found at: https://normanreidy.bandcamp.com/ ---------------------------------------------------- If you survived trauma and wrote your own story of survival, please let me know if you'd be interested in being interviewed! (I do NOT get paid for the podcast.) As always you can support the podcast with PayPal or Venmo donations, or by purchasing one of my books! PayPal authoramandablackwood@gmail.com Venmo @DetailedPieces Find my books: https://books2read.com/ap/xej5pN/Amanda-Blackwood Sign up for the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of "Detailed Pieces of a Shattered Dream" today! https://dl.bookfunnel.com/oui64pgchc

Two brain surgeries, three cancers - how is Keith Guernsey still alive? He says it's a positive mental attitude.  Keith confesses that he grew up in a suburban paradise, twelve miles from downtown Boston in an upper middle class neighborhood. He said he was entitled and spoiled, and it seemed as though his surroundings cultivated a party-boy as he wandered through life from 25 to 44, but meeting a WWWF (he'll explain what that is) changed his whole life. Somehow life threw some obstacles in his way, and even after overcoming trauma from cancer, brain surgery, morbid obesity, and more, Keith maintained a sense of humor and a loving heart. He's also a Myeloma coach and an Imerman Angel now. Wait until you hear him read part of chapter 7 in his book. "Everyone needs a laugh."  Find Keith on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/s?i=stripbooks&rh=p_27%3AKeith+D+Guernsey&s=relevancerank&text=Keith+D+Guernsey&ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1 Follow Keith on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/keith.guernsey.50 If you survived trauma and wrote your own story of survival, please let me know if you'd be interested in being interviewed! (I do NOT get paid for the podcast.) As always you can support the podcast with PayPal or Venmo donations, or by purchasing one of my books! PayPal authoramandablackwood@gmail.com Venmo @DetailedPieces Find my books: https://books2read.com/ap/xej5pN/Amanda-Blackwood Sign up for the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of "Detailed Pieces of a Shattered Dream" today! https://dl.bookfunnel.com/oui64pgchc

You guys are going to LOVE this woman! Hrisanthi (pronounced like "Chrysanthemum" without the "mum" on the end) was the child victim of narcissistic abuse and severe trauma. She and her younger sister survived things most people couldn't imagine, but everything in her life changed drastically when her mother packed them up into a car and drove away when she was just a teen. Tune in to this very special episode filled with laughs, a few genuine tears, and one incredible conversation.  www.Hrisanthidokos.com.au Facebook: Hrisanthi Dokos Author https://www.facebook.com/HrisanthiDokosAuthor PREORDER HER LATEST BOOK! www.tinyurl.com/gettingoutbook Reach out to Hrisanthi Dokos directly HrisanthiDokos.author@gmail.com If you know someone who survived trauma and wrote their own story of survival, please have them reach out to the podcast with their contact information. As always you can support the podcast with PayPal or Venmo donations, or by purchasing one of my books! PayPal authoramandablackwood@gmail.com Venmo @DetailedPieces Find my books: https://books2read.com/ap/xej5pN/Amanda-Blackwood Sign up for the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of "Detailed Pieces of a Shattered Dream" today! https://dl.bookfunnel.com/oui64pgchc

At first it might sound like something from a 1940's radio show, but as amazing as that would be, this is even better. Jack spent 33 years as part of the police force in Australia, most recently as a child protection detective. With the encouragement of family and friends, he retired from the job he loved to pursue the passion he had for writing.  As he says so eloquently in this episode, he couldn't be a detective and a crime writer at the same time - that would be seen as a conflict of interest. Jack was also a police consultant for the ABC television series “Harrow” and now offers workshops and personal insight into the real world of policing for others interesting in writing crime fiction. His fascinating history includes moments that would cause a weaker person to crumble. He found a way to release emotions he didn't know were pent up when he began to tell his story through the eyes of a fallible detective named Jerrod O'Connor. You do NOT want to miss this episode.  Head over to Jack Roney's website: https://www.jackroney.com.au Find Jack on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/jackroneyauthor Follow Jack on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jack.roney.writer/ If you know someone who survived trauma and wrote their own story of survival, please have them reach out to the podcast with their contact information.  As always you can support the podcast with PayPal or Venmo donations, or by purchasing one of my books! PayPal authoramandablackwood@gmail.com Venmo @DetailedPieces Find my books: https://books2read.com/ap/xej5pN/Amanda-Blackwood Sign up for the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of "Detailed Pieces of a Shattered Dream" today! https://dl.bookfunnel.com/oui64pgchc

Tyler grew up homeless and abused by his father for the first ten years of his life. Instead of the comfortable beds like most kids are accustomed to, he slept on cold benches and in hotel rooms. His father was verbally and physically abusive toward him. Tyler was constantly made to feel like a lesser person. This led way to quite a few mental health disorders that stem from that kind of trauma, but this remarkable young man has overcome so much to write his story and to be here with us today.  Follow Tyler Wittkofsky online https://www.facebook.com/TylerWittkofsky instagram.com/TylerWittkofsky https://twitter.com/TylerWittkofsky If you know someone who survived trauma and wrote their own story of survival, please have them reach out to the podcast with their contact information by emailing  AuthorAmandaBlackwood@gmail.com . As always you can support the podcast with PayPal or Venmo donations, or by purchasing one of my books! PayPal authoramandablackwood@gmail.com Venmo @DetailedPieces Find my books HERE. https://www.amazon.com/Amanda-Blackwood/e/B078T1V8M7?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1659462720&sr=8-2 Sign up for the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of "Detailed Pieces of a Shattered Dream" today! https://dl.bookfunnel.com/oui64pgchc Get access to previous seasons of the podcast with a subscription! Advertisement free episodes! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/subscribe

When she was just a young girl, Sharon's parents sent her to live with her grandparents. Feelings of abandonment swelled within her, and her father's death when she was still young didn't help. But the worst of it all came when she was assaulted by their family pastor only a year after losing her father. Now this incredible woman has not only overcome the past, but she's fought back to have a truly meaningful life helping others with her own ministry. Sharon Douglin is a force to be reckoned with and she really was "Made for More." 

Not only did Howard survive stage 4 cancer, but he had two DIFFERENT stage 4 cancers at different times in his life. This man took the idea of being a survivor to a whole new level, and you guys don't want to miss this incredible story.  This is the FIRST EVER video episode! I know the podcast didn't have any new episodes for a couple weeks, but I was struggling with things and finally got it all figured out.  SHINE BRIGHTLY, HOWARD BROWN.  https://www.shiningbrightly.com/

I wanted to take a moment to recap the season before the year ends. I know many people will be traveling this holiday season and won't have the time to listen to my podcast but I didn't want to leave you with empty spaces on the calendar the way I did for Thanksgiving. So instead, this is your Christmas special! After the quick recap, I'm going to answer the questions that I ask of everyone else, and I'm going to do it as quickly as possible so you good people don't get bored.  If you know someone who survived trauma and wrote their own story of survival, please have them reach out to the podcast with their contact information by emailing  AuthorAmandaBlackwood@gmail.com . You can also use this link to leave a message that you'd like to have aired on a future episode! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/message As always you can support the podcast with PayPal or Venmo donations, or by purchasing one of my books! PayPal authoramandablackwood@gmail.com Venmo @DetailedPieces Find my books HERE. https://www.amazon.com/Amanda-Blackwood/e/B078T1V8M7?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1659462720&sr=8-2 Sign up for the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of "Detailed Pieces of a Shattered Dream" today! https://dl.bookfunnel.com/oui64pgchc Get access to previous seasons of the podcast with a subscription! Advertisement free episodes! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/subscribe Shop the ABTS Etsy for books, art, and more! https://www.etsy.com/shop/LadyBlackwoodShop If you know someone who survived trauma and wrote their own story of survival, please have them reach out to the podcast with their contact information by emailing  AuthorAmandaBlackwood@gmail.com . You can also use this link to leave a message that you'd like to have aired on a future episode! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/message As always you can support the podcast with PayPal or Venmo donations, or by purchasing one of my books! PayPal authoramandablackwood@gmail.com Venmo @DetailedPieces Find my books HERE. https://www.amazon.com/Amanda-Blackwood/e/B078T1V8M7?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1659462720&sr=8-2 Sign up for the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of "Detailed Pieces of a Shattered Dream" today! https://dl.bookfunnel.com/oui64pgchc Get access to previous seasons of the podcast with a subscription! Advertisement free episodes! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/subscribe Shop the ABTS Etsy for books, art, and more! https://www.etsy.com/shop/LadyBlackwoodShop

She's no stranger to heartache, but author and mentor Michelle Rohlf understands the pain of separation and estrangement better than most. Through a lot of self-work, she now understands more about her own trauma response and how she needed to work with her daughter in forgiveness and love. She's a remarkable woman, and I'm honored to have her on the show.  Michelle Rohlf has spent a lifetime focusing on relationships and encouraging others to cultivate their own healthy relationships. She speaks at retreats, women’s meetings, and Bible Studies. She has a passion for mentoring and discipleship, whether it be one on one or in small groups. Michelle married a wonderful, supportive man in 1995 and the pair live in Phoenix, Arizona. She has two daughters, two grandsons, and two small, fluffy dogs. Losing Her, Finding Me is her first book. Follow Michelle Rohlf online!  Instagram: https://www.Instagram.com/michelle_rohlf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peaksalps Website: www.michellerohlf.com  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/peaksalps

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode I'm talking with a trauma survivor about their history and how they found writing to be healing. Jami Christine was planning an at home birth for her first child. She had an overwhelming fear of hospitals, and a deep desire to give birth naturally. Unfortunately, life often pokes holes in the best made plans. Her son got stuck while Jami was in labor and she was sent to the hospital anyway. Jami found herself shutting down emotionally and mentally, and everything she did NOT want to happen, started to happen. She completely shut down emotionally and found herself completely disconnected during the c-section. Things only got worse from there for a while. Welcome to the show, Jami. Follow Jami Christine online @authorjamichristine (FB & IG), @jamichristine11 (TikTok), www.JamiChristine.com If you know someone who survived trauma and wrote their own story of survival, please have them reach out to the podcast with their contact information by emailing  AuthorAmandaBlackwood@gmail.com . You can also use this link to leave a message that you'd like to have aired on a future episode! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/message PayPal authoramandablackwood@gmail.com Venmo @DetailedPieces Find my books HERE. https://www.amazon.com/Amanda-Blackwood/e/B078T1V8M7?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1659462720&sr=8-2 Sign up for the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of "Detailed Pieces of a Shattered Dream" today! https://dl.bookfunnel.com/oui64pgchc Get access to previous seasons of the podcast with a subscription! Advertisement free episodes! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/subscribe Shop the ABTS Etsy for books, art, and more! https://www.etsy.com/shop/LadyBlackwoodShop

Artist  and author Nicole Hanson empowers Christians to draw near to God by  providing visual cues to remind them of Biblical truth and God’s  character. Her book, 1 John: On Love, Obedience, and Side Effects  of Salvation journies through the letter, supplying the reader with 23  unique paintings to serve as visual cues. She also paints custom  watercolors for Christians who want unique, personally meaningful  paintings. Based on scripture, the truth you want to remember, and  images you already associate with the truth, she carefully creates a  custom piece you can display at home or at work. Commission yours today. She sends a weekly email and wants to send you a free gift for joining!  subscribepage.io/tehcMf)   Posts on Instagram (follow here:  https://www.instagram.com/nicole.m.hanson/) Find the book here: https://www.amazon.com/John-Obedience-Effects-Salvation-Devotionals/dp/B0B5KQMWQL You can also hire Nicole to do custom art for you. Check this out! Custom Art Page https://nicoleishanson.wixsite.com/mysite/custom If you know someone who survived trauma and wrote their own story of survival, please have them reach out to the podcast with their contact information by emailing  AuthorAmandaBlackwood@gmail.com . You can also use this link to leave a message that you'd like to have aired on a future episode! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/message As always you can support the podcast with PayPal or Venmo donations, or by purchasing one of my books! PayPal authoramandablackwood@gmail.com Venmo @DetailedPieces Find my books HERE. https://www.amazon.com/Amanda-Blackwood/e/B078T1V8M7?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1659462720&sr=8-2 Sign up for the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of "Detailed Pieces of a Shattered Dream" today! https://dl.bookfunnel.com/oui64pgchc Get access to previous seasons of the podcast with a subscription! Advertisement free episodes! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/subscribe Shop the ABTS Etsy for books, art, and more! https://www.etsy.com/shop/LadyBlackwoodShop

Lori A. Peters, MS, LPC, NCC, CCTP-II, CGP is a licensed professional counselor in the state of Pennsylvania, a National Certified Counselor, a Level 2 Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and a Certified Grief Professional. Lori also has a background in journalism and was a reporter and editor for various media for several years. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Penn State University and her Master of Science degree from Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania. When she is not writing, Lori runs a private therapy practice for grief and loss. She also facilitates groups for grief, trauma and writing. Lori is a wife and mother of six children, including twins. She resides with her family in southcentral Pennsylvania. Follow Lori Peters online www.loriapeterswriter.com Therapy practice: starfishcounseling.clientsecure.me Facebook: Lori A. Peters, Author Instagram: @starfish_resilience_coaching If you know someone who survived trauma and wrote their own story of survival, please have them reach out to the podcast with their contact information by emailing  AuthorAmandaBlackwood@gmail.com . You can also use this link to leave a message that you'd like to have aired on a future episode! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/message As always you can support the podcast with PayPal or Venmo donations, or by purchasing one of my books! PayPal authoramandablackwood@gmail.com Venmo @DetailedPieces Find my books HERE. https://www.amazon.com/Amanda-Blackwood/e/B078T1V8M7?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1659462720&sr=8-2 Sign up for the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of "Detailed Pieces of a Shattered Dream" today! https://dl.bookfunnel.com/oui64pgchc Get access to previous seasons of the podcast with a subscription! Advertisement free episodes! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/subscribe

Today’s guest is Dacia Arnold. Dacia is an army veteran who served in Baghdad ER For 15 months during the surge. She was published in the New York Times and Full Magazine Volume III. She’s written about her experiences and I’m honored to have her on the show! This episode is a one hour special dedicated to Veterans Day. To all those who have, who are, or who will serve in one of the branches of the US Military, THANK YOU for your service to your country. Your honorable sacrifice is greatly appreciated.  Follow Dacia Arnold online Facebook.com/daciamarnold instagram.com/daciamarnold tiktok.com/daciamarnold0 twitter.com/daciamarnold DaciaMArnold.com If you know someone who survived trauma and wrote their own story of survival, please have them reach out to the podcast with their contact information by emailing  AuthorAmandaBlackwood@gmail.com . You can also use this link to leave a message that you'd like to have aired on a future episode! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/message As always you can support the podcast with PayPal or Venmo donations, or by purchasing one of my books! PayPal authoramandablackwood@gmail.com Venmo @DetailedPieces Find my books HERE. https://www.amazon.com/Amanda-Blackwood/e/B078T1V8M7?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1659462720&sr=8-2 Sign up for the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of "Detailed Pieces of a Shattered Dream" today! https://dl.bookfunnel.com/oui64pgchc Get access to previous seasons of the podcast with a subscription! Advertisement free episodes! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/subscribe

Jasmine is a personal hero of mine and I don't believe you'll be surprised when I tell you why. Not only did she survive unspeakable assaults while in the military, but this incredible woman did a lot of counter trafficking work when she was in the military, too. She worked with Intel mostly, so she didn't get to talk to many of the survivors. She's struggled with self-hate and despair thinking about the ones they couldn't get to in time - which I can certainly relate to. It's called survivor's guilt for me. I call it "Schindler's Syndrome" in the case of incredible people like Jasmine. No matter how many people someone saves, they always believe there could be just one more. But a hero is a hero, and Jasmine, you are incredible. On behalf of survivors around the world, thank you for everything you've done. WE LOVE YOU. And thank you for being here with me today. Follow Jasmine Shouse online!  Website: jasmineshousewriting.com Tiktok: @jazzyjbox Twitter: @jazzyjbox If you know someone who survived trauma and wrote their own story of survival, please have them reach out to the podcast with their contact information by emailing  AuthorAmandaBlackwood@gmail.com if they’d like to be featured on the show! You can also use this link to leave a message that you'd like to have aired on a future episode! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/message As always you can support the podcast with PayPal or Venmo donations, or by purchasing one of my books. PayPal authoramandablackwood@gmail.com Venmo @DetailedPieces Find my books HERE. https://www.amazon.com/Amanda-Blackwood/e/B078T1V8M7?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1659462720&sr=8-2 Sign up for the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of "Detailed Pieces of a Shattered Dream" today! https://dl.bookfunnel.com/oui64pgchc Get access to previous seasons of the podcast with a subscription! Advertisement free episodes! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/subscribe Shop the ABTS Etsy for books, art, and more! https://www.etsy.com/shop/LadyBlackwoodShop

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode I'm talking with a trauma survivor about their history and how they found writing to be healing. Sofia Aves is a USA Today Best Selling Romance Author! You'd never know it but she’s also a domestic violence survivor and has PTSD as a result. On top of all that, she’s also a wife to a veteran with PTSD, and their different forms of PTSD are the main focus of her books. This remarkable woman escaped from a violent ex who later became a truly terrifying stalker. But she refused to live her life in fear and I’m so proud to have her on the show. Follow Sofia Aves online www.sofiaaves.com https://www.facebook.com/sofiaavesauthor Reader Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/365889224364512/?ref=share www.instagram.com/sofiaavesbooks www.twitter.com/avesbooks www.tiktok.com/@sofiaavesbooks https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/20210299.Sofia_Aves https://www.bookbub.com/profile/sofia-aves?follw=true Sign up to her newsletter and get a free story: https://BookHip.com/CNMQFX Join her ARC team: https://sendfox.com/lp/3z40rz If you know someone who survived trauma and wrote their own story of survival, please have them reach out to the podcast with their contact information at AuthorAmandaBlackwood@gmail.com . You can also use this link to leave a message that you'd like to have aired on an episode! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/message As always you can support the podcast with PayPal or Venmo donations, or by purchasing one of my books! PayPal authoramandablackwood@gmail.com Venmo @DetailedPieces Find my books HERE. https://www.amazon.com/Amanda-Blackwood/e/B078T1V8M7?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1659462720&sr=8-2 Sign up for the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of "Detailed Pieces of a Shattered Dream" today! https://dl.bookfunnel.com/oui64pgchc Get access to previous seasons of the podcast with a subscription! Advertisement free episodes! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/subscribe

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode I'm talking with a trauma survivor about their history and how they found writing to be healing. Maureen Campion is a licensed family therapist who went through some pretty severe birthing trauma with her first child. She's since overcome her past and has helped countless others to do the same. She said her greatest inspiration has been her clients who teach her more every single day. "We get to decide what we find to be traumatic," Maureen explains. I happen to agree completely. Check out Maureen Campion's interview!  Follow Maureen Campion online Facebook https://www.facebook.com/maureen.campion Website  http://www.marriagegeek.com/ If you know someone who survived trauma and wrote their own story of survival, please have them reach out to the podcast. https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/message As always you can support the podcast with PayPal or Venmo donations, or by purchasing one of my books!  PayPal authoramandablackwood@gmail.com Venmo @DetailedPieces Find my books HERE. https://www.amazon.com/Amanda-Blackwood/e/B078T1V8M7?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1659462720&sr=8-2 Sign up for the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of "Detailed Pieces of a Shattered Dream" today!  https://dl.bookfunnel.com/oui64pgchc Get access to previous seasons of the podcast with a subscription! Advertisement free episodes! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/subscribe

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode I'm talking with a trauma survivor about their history and how they found writing to be healing. Bianca Ambrosio grew up in a broken home. Her mother and father got married when her mother was 8 months pregnant and her father was in prison. She was raised by family members but through some unusual circumstances, Bianca was almost trafficked when she was only four years old through a known scam at the time. She is currently writing a novel on the story but also did publish a blog post about the experience. Please check out this incredible woman's story of survival and triumph.  Follow Bianca Ambrosio online  Kindle Vella https://www.amazon.com/kindle-vella/story/B09PC2YV1D Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sicilian_family_values/ Blog https://biancarosewrites.medium.com/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/sicilianfamilyvalues If you know someone who survived trauma and wrote their own story of survival, please have them reach out to the podcast with their contact information by emailing  AuthorAmandaBlackwood@gmail.com  You can also use this link to leave a message that you'd like to have aired on a future episode! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/message As always, you can support the podcast with PayPal or Venmo donations, or by purchasing one of my books! PayPal authoramandablackwood@gmail.com  Venmo @DetailedPieces  Find my books HERE. https://www.amazon.com/Amanda-Blackwood/e/B078T1V8M7?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1659462720&sr=8-2 Sign up for the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of "Detailed Pieces of a Shattered Dream" today! https://dl.bookfunnel.com/oui64pgchc Get access to previous seasons of the podcast with a subscription! Advertisement free episodes! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/subscribe

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode I'm talking with a trauma survivor about their history and how they found writing to be healing. Layla’s books are all fiction, but she has written about things that have affected her greatly: foster care, adoption, infertility - a lot of difficult subjects for so many women worldwide. She’s come a long way down the road of recovery and I’m proud to have her on the show today. Follow Layla Reed online Twitter: @authorlaylareed Facebook: www.facebook.com/authorlaylareed Bookbub: Layla Reed Instagram:  @author_layla_reed TikTok: @authorlaylareed Goodreads: Layla Reed Amazon: Layla Reed If you know someone who survived trauma and wrote their own story of survival, please have them reach out to the podcast with their contact information. You can also use this link to leave a message that you'd like to have aired on an episode! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/message As always you can support the podcast with PayPal or Venmo donations, or by purchasing one of my books! PayPal authoramandablackwood@gmail.com Venmo @DetailedPieces Find my books HERE. https://www.amazon.com/Amanda-Blackwood/e/B078T1V8M7?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1659462720&sr=8-2 Sign up for the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of "Detailed Pieces of a Shattered Dream" today! https://dl.bookfunnel.com/oui64pgchc Get access to previous seasons of the podcast with a subscription! Advertisement free episodes! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/subscribe

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode I'm talking with a trauma survivor about their history and how they found writing to be healing. September is Suicide Awareness month. On this final Friday of September I'd like to introduce you to a remarkable young woman who has faced and fought so much suicide in her life. She's remarkable. Mason Carlisle is a child sexual abuse survivor, child abuse survivor, she lost her father to an overdose, walked in on her brother's attempt and lost 8 people to suicide. Mason just published a book about PTSD and trauma. It’s a fictional ya novel centered around a school shooting survivor. We talk about trauma and Bruce Willis!  Follow Mason Carlisle online Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MasonCarlisleAuthor/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MasonCarlisle03 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTdtLWMHU/ Website: masoncarlisleauthor.com If you know someone who survived trauma and wrote their own story of survival, please have them reach out to the podcast with their contact information. You can also use this link to leave a message that you'd like to have aired on an episode!  https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/message As always you can support the podcast with PayPal or Venmo donations, or by purchasing one of my books! PayPal authoramandablackwood@gmail.com Venmo @DetailedPieces Find my books HERE. https://www.amazon.com/Amanda-Blackwood/e/B078T1V8M7?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1659462720&sr=8-2 Sign up for the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of "Detailed Pieces of a Shattered Dream" today! https://dl.bookfunnel.com/oui64pgchc Get access to previous seasons of the podcast with a subscription! Advertisement free episodes! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/subscribe

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode I'm talking with a trauma survivor about their history and how they found writing to be healing. Tonight’s podcast episode is going to contain a bit more of a trigger warning. As some of you know, September is Suicide Awareness month. My guest today, Maria Burgess, lost her son to suicide. We’re going to be discussing the impact that had on her, and on her entire family. I would like to encourage you to stay for the hard parts, but also want to caution you to have patience with yourself and know your own emotional limitations. This isn’t an easy subject for anyone, especially Maria, but discussing it can help prevent it or educate others on how to deal with it after the fact. Maria Burgess is a mental health professional, a mother, artist, and life adventurer. When she isn't trying to promote mental health awareness, she loves to read, hike, and paint. Follow Maria Burgess online https://www.amazon.com/Maria-Burgess/e/B09WR4SLX9%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share If you know someone who survived trauma and wrote their own story of survival, please have them reach out to the podcast with their contact information. You can also use this link to leave a message that you'd like to have aired on an episode! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/message As always you can support the podcast with PayPal or Venmo donations, or by purchasing one of my books! PayPal authoramandablackwood@gmail.com Venmo @DetailedPieces Find my books HERE. https://www.amazon.com/Amanda-Blackwood/e/B078T1V8M7?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1659462720&sr=8-2 Sign up for the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of "Detailed Pieces of a Shattered Dream" today! https://dl.bookfunnel.com/oui64pgchc On Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7cyzuDPEQe5OwZIsWfQbUI On Anchor https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amanda-blackwood-the-survivor/id1518870187 Google Podcasts https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZem0vcy8yNjllNTBlMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== Overcast https://overcast.fm/itunes1.../amanda-blackwood-the-survivor Castbox https://castbox.fm/channel/id3014709?country=us Pocketcasts https://pca.st/wbpsjz30 Radio Public https://radiopublic.com/amanda-blackwood-the-survivor-WoaXMm Podcast Addict https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/3944322 Amazon Podcasts https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a5921d14-f4f6-4c00-a7b7-5dd26f823146 Get access to previous seasons of the podcast with a subscription! Advertisement free episodes! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/subscribe

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode I'm talking with a trauma survivor about their history and how they found writing to be healing. Sherrie Pate was impacted by the passing of her mother in ways most people can’t imagine. Sherrie and her family experienced stress, abandonment, isolation, character assignation, prejudice, suicidal thoughts, homelessness and hunger.  I’ll let Sherrie tell you the story, but going through what she did during Covid is more than most people can ever imagine.  ONE HOUR SPECIAL!  Follow Sherrie online https://www.facebook.com/sherrie.pate Check out the Kindle Vella mentioned in the episode! https://www.amazon.com/kindle-vella/story/B0B25Q1YFG If you know someone who survived trauma and wrote their own story of survival, please have them reach out to the podcast with their contact information. You can also use this link to leave a message that you'd like to have aired on an episode! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/message As always you can support the podcast with PayPal or Venmo donations, or by purchasing one of my books! PayPal authoramandablackwood@gmail.com Venmo @DetailedPieces Find my books HERE. https://www.amazon.com/Amanda-Blackwood/e/B078T1V8M7?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1659462720&sr=8-2 Sign up for the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of "Detailed Pieces of a Shattered Dream" today! https://dl.bookfunnel.com/oui64pgchc Get access to previous seasons of the podcast with a subscription! Advertisement free episodes! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/subscribe

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode I'm talking with a trauma survivor about their history and how they found writing to be healing. Trisomy 13 and Trisomy 18 are considered a death sentence to the medical community. Find out what it is and how this family fought back. Kerri hasn’t written her book yet but it will be about her miracle son who is proving doctors wrong at every turn. During pregnancy, it was discovered that Kerri’s son had numerous congenital defects and was pushed to terminate the pregnancy. Kerri and her husband made the beautiful decision to go against that advice and she’s here to share her story with us today.  Join Kerri Gauna at her online Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1833493503424109/ If you know someone who survived trauma and wrote their own story of survival, please have them reach out to the podcast with their contact information. You can also use this link to leave a message that you'd like to have aired on an episode! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/message As always you can support the podcast with PayPal or Venmo donations, or by purchasing one of my books! PayPal authoramandablackwood@gmail.com Venmo @DetailedPieces Find my books HERE. https://www.amazon.com/Amanda-Blackwood/e/B078T1V8M7?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1659462720&sr=8-2 Sign up for the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of "Detailed Pieces of a Shattered Dream" today! https://dl.bookfunnel.com/oui64pgchc Get access to previous seasons of the podcast with a subscription! Advertisement free episodes!  https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/subscribe

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode I'm talking with a trauma survivor about their history and how they found writing to be healing.  Magaidh is a combat veteran, one of the first females in the army to be in a combat situation in Operation enduring freedom. Magaidh’s convoy was hit with an ied and she suffered a brain injury, broken back, hip and ankle. Magaidh was paralyzed for 8 months and through extensive rehab she learned to walk again. Magaidh is now a disabled veteran and has recently accomplished the incredible task of self publishing! Magaidh is now a mom, a body builder, a published author and a courageous warrior!  Follow Magaidh Dunbroch online https://www.facebook.com/groups/1620809868261566/ https://instagram.com/magaidh_dunbroch If you know someone who survived trauma and wrote their own story of survival, please have them reach out to the podcast with their contact information. You can also use this link to leave a message that you'd like to have aired on an episode! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/message As always you can support the podcast with PayPal or Venmo donations, or by purchasing one of my books! PayPal authoramandablackwood@gmail.com Venmo @DetailedPieces Find my books HERE. https://www.amazon.com/Amanda-Blackwood/e/B078T1V8M7?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1659462720&sr=8-2 Sign up for the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of "Detailed Pieces of a Shattered Dream" today! https://dl.bookfunnel.com/oui64pgchc Get access to previous seasons of the podcast with a subscription! Advertisement free episodes! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/subscribe

*TRIGGER WARNING* I Do discuss difficult situations, such as forced sexual encounters, rape, molestation, abuse, suicide attempts and more. This is the final episode for this season of the podcast, a whopping two chapters and nearly an hour long so be prepared for that.  I do shed a few tears here and there, but most of them are of pure joy over having survived.  Thank you, all of you, for making this my best season so far with my podcast. I couldn't have done it without you. **Song titled "Sound of Surviving" by Nichole Nordeman, from the album "Every Mile Mattered." SEASON THREE STARTS NEXT FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 2ND! Season three I’m switching over to interviewing other trauma survivors on my podcast. They’ve not only survived the unthinkable, but they’ve written their own stories to talk about it, too. These people are incredible and I promise you don’t want to miss this. As always, if I'm reading too slowly or too quickly, and you feel like you aren't able to keep the same pace, you can always grab a copy of my book from Amazon or Barnes & Noble. It's available in ebook, paperback, hardcover, and (coming soon) audio book!  For Amazon, go here: https://www.amazon.com/Custom-Jutice-trafficking-internationally-impossible-ebook/dp/B08PPS5WHJ For Barnes and Noble, go here: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/custom-justice-amanda-blackwood/1139313408 Don't forget to check out my NEWEST books! In April I published "Lost April" about my friendship with a man who had pancreatic cancer. Then in June I published a book inspired by the life of my amazing Grandmother called "The Road We Left Behind" and both can be found on Barnes and Noble as well as Amazon. Coming up in September I will be releasing the final book in the "Unlikely" trilogy called "Fair Play" and I can't wait for this set to be done. It will be my first completed series, but I have many more in the future. Lost April: https://books2read.com/b/4Ny0EN The Road We Left Behind: https://books2read.com/b/m2edl6 Unlikely Trilogy: https://books2read.com/ap/xej5pN/Amanda-Blackwood

Steeped in history along the side of Ben Lomond, the Drover's Inn stood in its opulent magnificence. It was over 300 years old and had been a resting place to some of the most famous Scots of all time. I couldn't believe I'd be spending the night there myself. I never imagined I'd be standing beside Richard, lager in hand, belting out traditional Scottish songs I didn't know all that well.  Two of the songs mentioned are added to the end of this episode so you can see what they actually sound like. They're beautiful.  *TRIGGER WARNING* Things are starting to get really ugly in the world of Custom Justice. As always, if I'm reading too slowly or too quickly, and you feel like you aren't able to keep the same pace, you can always grab a copy of my book from Amazon or Barnes & Noble. It's available in ebook, paperback, hardcover, and (coming soon) audio book! For Amazon, go here: https://www.amazon.com/Custom-Jutice-trafficking-internationally-impossible-ebook/dp/B08PPS5WHJ For Barnes and Noble, go here: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/custom-justice-amanda-blackwood/1139313408 Don't forget to check out my NEWEST books! In April I published "Lost April" about my friendship with a man who had pancreatic cancer. Then in June I will be publishing a book inspired by the life of my amazing Grandmother called "The Road We Left Behind" and both can be found on Barnes and Noble as well as Amazon. Coming up in September I'll be starting season 3 of the podcast with interviews of other trauma survivors, and I'll also be releasing the final book in the "Unlikely" trilogy called "Fair Play" and I can't wait for this set to be done. It will be my first completed series, but I have many more in the future.  Lost April: https://books2read.com/b/4Ny0EN The Road We Left Behind PREORDERS: https://books2read.com/b/m2edl6 Unlikely Trilogy: https://books2read.com/ap/xej5pN/Amanda-Blackwood

Waking up with a hangover was a new experience and Richard taught me all about the local cures for such a malady that day. I was also quite successful in tricking myself into thinking the stranger in the hotel room was something that hadn't happened the night before. Eager as ever, I went on about my way, and we went to explore the castle. I saw things that would blow my mind and leave me speechless, and would later serve as a reminder of what my own life would become. The photo was from that morning. 

My earliest memories surfaced in my 20s in such a violent way that couldn’t understand them for a long time. Now that I do, they’ve driven a wedge between myself and my family that will likely never be altered or removed. This weeks podcast cover photo is a photo of me at around 4 years old. Subscribe to the podcast for less than a DOLLAR a month to hear the entire book in archived episodes! https://anchor.fm/amandablackwood/subscribe

I recently wrote my entire autobiography. Now, I’m ready to share it. Welcome to my 10 year anniversary of freedom. CUSTOM JUSTICE - a note from the author.

Human trafficking seems to be what everyone is talking about lately but from the point of view of degrees and legal groundwork. Very few survivors are willing to speak up. That’s where I come in.