#171 –Tammy René - Conversation on Becoming an Advocate

Welcome to the #ShareYourHotness Podcast episode 171! Tammy René is a motivational speaker, author, and ambassador for hope, healing, and thriving. As a survivor of childhood sexual and physical abuse in a cult, Tammy brings her personal experience of overcoming trauma to audiences to inspire hope and understanding. Her messages offer victims of childhood trauma keys to healing and insights to help lift those who struggle on their healing journey. She captivates and inspires audiences with her intimate storytelling, inviting them to experience with her the highs and lows of her journey. Her stories dismantle the stigma of mental illness and show that “regardless of the pains and heartache we are called to go through, all of us can find light and hope, ultimately thriving in a life that is uniquely our own.” She is passionate about helping others discover and use their potential for building a life they love. Tammy hosts two podcast series: Survivor Shift: Moving from Surviving to Thriving, where she interviews others about critical shifts in thought and behavior that allowed them to move forward after trauma; and Building on the Light, where guests share pieces of light they've discovered that help them continue to build a life they can thrive in. You can find both podcasts on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@TammyRene915 She currently volunteers with her local Suicide Prevention Network as a PTSD support group facilitator and has worked as a CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) on behalf of abused and neglected children. She is the author of the bestselling and award-winning memoir, Miracles in the Dark: How a Childhood Cult and Abuse Victim Reclaimed the Light. https://a.co/d/dkl7qSs . Her new book, Build on the Light: A Blueprint for Building a Life After Sexual Assault, will be available in January 2026. Tammy lives with her husband at the base of the beautiful Eastern Sierra in northern Nevada. She enjoys the outdoors, good music, and friends, and cherishes time with her children and grandchildren. Leta Greene has been a professional speaker since 2010, speaking on confidence, resilience, and the Hotness Factor. She is the author of two best-selling books and host of the Share Your Hotness podcast.  👉 Learn more about working with Leta: https://letagreene.com/ 👉 Follow Leta on social media: LETA GREENE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leta_greene/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leta.greene TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@letagreene LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hotness/ 📧 Email Address: [email protected] 📲 Call or Text: 801-455-7364 Support The #ShareYourHotness Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-syh-podcast Find out more at https://the-syh-podcast.pinecast.co Check out our podcast host, Pinecast. Start your own podcast for free with no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-5585e6 for 40% off for 4 months, and support The #ShareYourHotness Podcast.