41 - ACEs - Adverse Childhood Experiences

This week I talk about the ACEs study, what it is, how to take it and what the results mean. Also how to lessen the affects if you have a high score (4-10).  If you would like to join us for future LIVE podcast events, learn more at:  PolarLifeConsulting.com/live Links mentioned during the episode (and other helpful links on this topic): Free PDF on ACEs includes the test and what the results mean NPR Article on ACEs Wikipedia article on ACEs ACEs Too High article on ACEs MaleSurvivor forum Suicide is talked about in this episode. If you are experiencing feelings of suicide or you know someone who is, don't hesitate to get in touch with the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline in the US available 24/7 to provide free, confidential emotional support to people in suicidal or emotional distress. Their number in the US is 988 or 1-800-273-8255 or at https://988lifeline.org/ – in other countries, reach out to your local suicide prevention hotline which you can find at https://findahelpline.com/.  Husband Material (“HM”; faith-based ministry helping men find freedom from pornography and other sexual brokenness issues) FREE - https://www.husbandmaterial.com/  Info on Joining Husband Materials Academy (“HMA”; Paid) Learn more about Husband Material's CSA Survivor Fellowship and the PLC Chat on WhatsApp at https://www.polarlifeconsulting.com/live-chat **Trigger Warning/Explicit Content Warning** - we will talk openly and frankly about sexual abuse from the victim's perspective. Sometimes cursing may be used, but kept at a minimum. Please practice self-care while listening to episodes and feel free to pause if you become triggered while listening.  Let me know what you think of the podcast with a rating and a review. Website on my Recovery Life Coaching (now including Brainspotting Sessions): ⁠https://www.PolarLifeConsulting.com/⁠ Schedule a free 30-minute Coaching Intro call: ⁠https://calendly.com/polarlifeconsulting/intro-call⁠ Mike’s Story: ⁠https://www.PolarLifeConsulting.com/about