How a Special Needs Mom Turned Life’s Crises Into a Community Support Movement

Most of us carry things we don't talk about. In this episode, Julie shares her story of losing her husband, raising a daughter with lifelong medical needs, and learning to navigate grief, guilt, and everything in between.We talk about the realities of caregiving, why healing isn't a straight line, the importance of having a support system, and how self-forgiveness can change everything. Julie also shares how she turned her pain into purpose by starting the Colin James Barth Outreach to help others through some of life's hardest moments.If you've ever felt overwhelmed, stuck, or like you had to carry everything on your own, this conversation is for you. We hope it reminds you that you're never alone—and that your story has the power to help someone else.Check out Juliehttps://www.juliebarthauthor.com/Connect with Us: Follow us on Instagram: ⁠@MentallyABadass⁠Join our mental health community on Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FvMkEuAT1/⁠ Merch: https://mentallyabadass.com/pages/apparel  Join our newsletter! https://mentally-a-badass.kit.com/38b8c56fc7 Join our Patreon for FREE   https://www.patreon.com/c/mentallyabadass  Subscribe & Review: Love this episode? Subscribe to Mentally a Badass and leave a review to help others discover these impactful conversations!