127. Be the Safe Place: A Conversation for Child Abuse Prevention Month with Stephanie Ellison

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, and in this episode of Restoried, we sit down with author, speaker, and advocate Stephanie Ellison to talk about the realities of child abuse, especially the parts we don’t always see.  Stephanie shares pieces of her own story growing up in instability, navigating trauma, and learning how those experiences shaped her as both a child and an adult. She helps us understand how kids cope in different ways, some becoming quiet and unseen, others acting out, both responses rooted in survival.  We also talk about how complex abuse really is, how generational cycles play a role, and why compassion matters, not just for kids, but for struggling families too. This conversation is a reminder that we don’t have to do something big to make a difference. Sometimes, being a safe, consistent presence is enough to change a child’s life.  If you’ve ever wondered how to recognize signs of abuse or how you can help, this episode will both challenge and encourage you.   Episode Highlights:  Child Abuse Prevention Month  Abuse isn’t always visible  Kids cope in different ways  Trauma shapes behavior deeply  Small actions make big impact  Safe people change lives  Find more on Guest: Listen to Stephanie’s Previous Restoried Episode Here Stephanie’s Book- Always Forever Stephanie’s Non-Profit’s Website  Fostering Hope Podcast  Stephanie’s Blog Stephanie’s Instagram  Stephanie’s Facebook  Find More on Hope Bridge: Visit Our Website  Follow us on Instagram Follow us on Facebook  Learn more about Hope for the Journey TBRI TrainingLearn more about Building Trauma-Informed Spaces with Kim Botto