107 - Juri Love on Overcoming Childhood Trauma and PTSD

**Content Warning: this episode contains references to sexual abuse and domestic violence. If these topics may trigger you, please skip the episode. In today’s episode, Lois speaks with Juri Love, a multi-talented woman, about what it is like living with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) as a result of childhood trauma. A survivor of sexual abuse, domestic violence and homelessness, Juri’s story is one of resilience and inner strength. During the conversation, Lois and Juri talk openly about the challenges associated with mental health awareness, and Juri’s bestselling book and podcast, both called A Gift from Adversity. During the interview Juri discusses certain techniques she uses to manage her panic attacks. Please note that this does not constitute medical advice of any kind. If you are concerned that you may be experiencing panic attacks or symptoms of PTSD, please consult a qualified medical practitioner. Get hold of your copy of Juri’s bestselling book: https://www.amazon.com/Gift-Adversity-Overcoming-Domestic-Homelessness/dp/1610059700/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3T2YA9T6MQY5M&keywords=a+gift+from+adversity+Juri+Love&qid=1648821954&sprefix=a+gift+from+adversity+juri+love+%2Caps%2C62&sr=8-1 Reach out to Juri at: Website: jurilove.com Instagram: @juripanda Podcast: https://anchor.fm/agiftfromadversity Podcast Image description: A woman of Japanese descent with long dark hair, who is wearing a teal lace sleeveless top. She is smiling at the camera. I’d love to hear from you – contact me at Web: https://www.loisstrachan.com/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lstrachan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/loisstrachanspeaker This episode edited by Craig Strachan using Hindenburg PRO – find out more on Hindenburg.com Credits and music by Charlie Dyasi of Naledi Media.