Lauren Book’s Inspiring Journey of Overcoming Trauma and Walking the Long Road to Senate. Ep. 1

Childhood trauma can shape us in so many ways. In this episode, you will hear how Lauren Book used her trauma as inspiration to become a voice for those without one. Here, Lauren and I have an in-depth conversation about work, motherhood, and the very sensitive topic of childhood sexual abuse. Lauren is living in her "Know" and is using her life experiences to make positive change.Lauren Book, M.S. Ed, is an internationally respected and renowned child advocate, former classroom teacher, best-selling author, and Florida State Senator. She is also one of 42 million survivors of child sexual abuse living in the U.S. today.Listen in as Lauren tells us how her childhood trauma drove her to take the political path.In a nutshell, we speak about:• How being a mother presents adversity in the political space for Lauren• Postpartum Depression• What inspired Lauren to run for senate• How Lauren’s childhood experiences affected her motherhood journey• Finding the balance between living in fear and living in awareness• Lauren’s advice to those that are looking for hope and daring to stand in their powerFavorite Quotes from the Episode:“Society wants us to mother like we don’t have a job, and job like we don’t mother.”“When you go through life where at any point in time your power has been taken, you will do anything to make that not a piece of your reality going forward.”- Lauren BookEpisode Sponsor:This episode is sponsored by Sana Skin Studio. To access $25 off of your first facial at Sana Skin Studio, Use promo code: THEKNOWGLOW when booking via https://sanaskinstudio.com/homeConnect with Lauren:Twitter: @LaurensKidsFacebook: @laurenskidsWebsite: www.laurenskids.orgConnect with Nikki:Instagram: @NikkiSappSpoWebsite: www.nikkispo.com--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikki-spo/supportSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-know-with-nikki-spo/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.