S5E6 Hold Your Light with Susan Snow

Do you, a friend, or family member struggle with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder? What does PTSD or CPSTD even look like? And what tools are available to manage the symptoms? Join Amanda and fellow local author and coach, Susan Snow, for a heartfelt and heart-wrenching look at the tragedy that took her father's life, leaving her with severe PTSD that went undiagnosed for 14 years, wreaking havoc on her life and causing troubles in her marriage.  Through honest, vulnerable conversation, the two ladies explore: 🔥The emotional mask of "Strong Susan" that she wore because everyone told her that's who she was, ignoring her true pain 🔥The importance of finding the right mental health professional who you feel comfortable with and who is proficient in modalities to treat your particular kind of trauma 🔥How crucial sleep is in healing, and the power of journaling to help you fall asleep 🔥Secondary trauma resulting from overexposure to traumatic images and visuals in today's media 🔥Joy is the opposite of fear, and you are allowed (and maybe even have a duty), to feel joy to combat fear 🔥The power you have to save a life with a smile 🔥How Susan's father's death has given her purpose About Susan Susan Snow is a Trauma Resilience Coach, speaker, and author. She is the daughter of slain Los Angeles Police Department Detective Thomas C Williams, who was killed in the line of duty on October 31, 1985, when she was 17 years old. The high-profile murder put her family in a spotlight no one asked for, traumatizing Susan and her family. After years of working through this trauma, sometimes more successful than others, Susan strives to help others. Her book, The Other Side of the Gun tells her story from anguish and upheaval to peace and understanding. She gives insight and understanding into the experience of trauma survivors, fostering empathy and compassion. Find inspiration and hope in Susan's journey, offering a source of strength and resilience for those facing similar challenges. She gives helpful tools used in her healing to have meaningful conversations and reflection on the importance of mental health and trauma recovery. Follow Susan on Instagram Visit her website to learn how to work with her and where she is speaking next! *Email your thoughts about this show or if you have an idea for another show to [email protected] *Please follow, share, and leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review Sol Rising is also on YouTube. Check it out! Follow Sol Rising on Instagram Follow Amanda on Instagram Get Amanda's book, Trust Yourself to Be All In on Amazon or amandamckoyflanagan.com Sign up for Amanda's monthly newsletter to receive your free guide, 5 Pillars for an Empowered Life After Loss on her website Music credit: "Surfer James" by Tom Deis. Source: Premiumbeats.com