🎙️Joanne Redding – Author of House of Pretend

Bold Book of the Day with Dr. Denise NicholsonGuest: Joanne Redding – Author of House of PretendIn this deeply moving episode of Bold Book of the Day, Dr. Denise Nicholson sits down with author Joanne Redding to explore her courageous and vulnerable memoir, House of Pretend—a story of grief, resilience, and the journey to reclaim one’s truth.Joanne opens up about the devastating loss of her father at just six years old and growing up in a home shaped by her mother’s mental illness, emotional absence, and secrecy. What followed was a life of “pretending”—learning to perform, succeed, and survive while carrying unspoken pain.From building a successful career on Wall Street to navigating complicated relationships and self-worth, Joanne shares how her past shaped her present—and how writing her memoir became a powerful act of healing.💔 In This Episode, You’ll Discover:How childhood loss and trauma shaped Joanne’s identityThe impact of silence, shame, and emotional neglectThe moment that forced her to reevaluate her self-worthHow writing House of Pretend became a path to healingThe power of vulnerability, honesty, and sharing your storyThe role of therapy, forgiveness, and self-acceptanceJoanne’s intentional approach to parenting and breaking generational cyclesJoanne’s story is a reminder that healing begins when we stop pretending and start telling the truth. Her message encourages listeners to embrace their worth, seek support, and never be afraid to rewrite their story.📘 House of Pretend is available now—an inspiring read for anyone on a journey of healing and self-discovery.https://joannereddingauthor.com/🎧 Subscribe for more bold and transformative author conversations.💬 Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today.Thank you for joining us today. To Connect with Dr. Denise Nicholson go to www.denisenicholson.com or email her at [email protected]✨ You are not your past—you are the author of your future.