PTSD and Beyond

Episode 92: Share My Story with Bryce Wilson

“For me to get this far, I’m very proud of myself,” Bryce Wilson

Australian Combat Photojournalist and documentary filmmaker, Bryce Wilson, shares his trauma stories of working during wars and humanitarian crises as well as from childhood. Doing the work to overcome the effects of trauma resulted in a growth Bryce says allowed him to be mentally free. Listen to Bryce’s story of freedom from trauma and superpowers of perseverance and resilience!

To learn more about Bryce, connect:

 Web: Bryce.Photography

Twitter: @BryceWilsonAU

Instagram: @BryceWilsonAU

Episode 91: Share My Story with Mary A

“Figure out who you are without the PTSD,” Mary A.

Mary’s story is of self-awareness. Peeling back the layers of trauma, Mary discovered a strength that helped begin the healing journey moving from anxiety to calmness. Give a listen to her inspirational story!

Episode 90: Share My Story with Alayna

“Everyone’s important and you do…you matter,” Alayna 

Alayna’s story is of persistence, strength, and a warrior! Give a listen to her tenacious determination of overcoming trauma.

Episode 89: Share My Story with Carey Kirkella

“You gotta rise up,” Carey Kirkella

Award-winning photographer, founder of the Sisters & Survivors photo project, and storyteller, Carey Kirkella, shares her own story about overcoming depression, anxiety, self-esteem and confidence challenges, and finding resilience through photography. Listen to Carey’s journey of processing pain with purposed finding photography as a way to heal.

 To learn more about Carey, connect:

Web: CareyKirkella.com

Instagram: @CareyKirkella

Facebook: Carey Kirkella Photographer

Episode 88: Share My Story with Randi-Lee Bowslaugh

“I have depression but depression doesn’t have me,” Randi-Lee Bowslaugh

Canadian National Champion in Kickboxing, personal trainer, author, and mental health advocate, Randi-Lee Bowslaugh, shares her story to inspire others and ensure that no one feels alone. Growing up with uncertainty from an alcoholic step-father, Randi-Lee did not know what to do or how to process emotions or even get things “right.” Now as a mom, Randi-Lee shares “what to do” from “what not to do” in her family life as well as with coaching clients.

To learn more about Randi-Lee, connect:

Web: RBWriting.ca

Facebook: RBWriting

Books: Thoughts of a Wanderer, Deck the Halls, A Mother’s Truth

 

Episode 87: Share My Story with Luc Roberts

“Don’t look back, we’re not going that way,” Luc Roberts

“Everyone knew someone affected by fire,” says Australian Royal Fire Service Firefighter Luc Roberts. Luc openly talks about his PTSD experience after the 2019 Black Summer bushfire season. Listen to Luc’s story as he shares how to deal with stress, commitment to get through challenges, and how healing is not a linear process.

To learn more about Luc, connect:

YouTube: Luc Roberts

Instagram: @The_King_Robbo

Episode 86: Share My Story with Rae Leigh

“I had to dig through the black tar to find the diamond,” Rae Leigh

Independent Australian singer-songwriter, Rae Leigh shares her story of CPTSD and how music and songwriting helped release the black tar of trauma, anxiety attacks, and suffering. Listen to Rae as she shares her story of healing and beyond.

To learn more about Rae, connect:

Web: Rae-Leigh.com

Twitter: @RaeLeighAUS

Instagram: @RaeLeighAUS

Episode 85: Share My Story with Jac Brown

“Our responsibility is to heal and create a better world,” Jac Brown

Unresolved childhood trauma led to spiraling dissatisfaction with life and unexplained health challenges. Jac Brown, Confidence Coach, started her healing journey out of self-discovery. Every emotion was stored in the body and no matter her career successes, she had a strong desire to live more fully with purpose. Listen to Jac’s story and how she took control of her own healing.

To learn more about Jac, connect:

Web: JacBrown.com

Instagram: @TheJacBrown

Episode 84: Share My Story with Justin Brien

“I knew that I was better than what I was doing,” Justin Brien

Now 2 years sober, Life Coach and Mental Health Advocate, Justin Brien, shares his story of how the “man-up” stigma and false sense of confidence from drinking, almost took his life. In rehab he discovered his “why” and exploring under the rock is what is needed and wanted to move to being a peaceful warrior. Give a listen to Justin’s story overcoming addition and how he has grown.

To learn more about Justin, connect:

Web: JustinBrien.com

Episode 83: Share My Story with Lisa

Trigger Warning

“Put yourself first,” says Lisa Palmer. Lisa’s story is raw, real, and one rediscovery. Give a listen to her tenacious determination of overcoming trauma.