When Trauma Destroys You (But You Still Overcome)

When Trauma Destroys You (But You Still Overcome) In this episode of Through the Trauma podcast, Amber Larkins speaks with Adriene Caldwell, an author and survivor of multiple traumas, including abuse and neglect within the foster care system. Adriene shares her journey of healing, the challenges she faced, and the importance of hope and support for those in similar situations. The conversation delves into the foster care system, the impact of trauma on mental health, and the role of mentorship in helping foster children. Adriene emphasizes that happiness is a choice and encourages listeners to take steps towards healing and empowerment.TakeawaysAdriene Caldwell shares her traumatic experiences and journey to healing.The foster care system can be abusive and damaging.Hope and support are crucial for children in foster care.Happiness is a choice that requires active effort.Trauma affects mental health and can lead to depression.Mentorship can provide guidance and support for foster kids.The importance of addressing trauma rather than ignoring it.Education and resources are vital for foster children to succeed.The impact of negative words from authority figures can be profound.Healing is a long journey that requires patience and understanding.To Learn More about Adriene Caldwellhttps://www.unbrokencaldwell.com/ To Learn More about Through The Trauma PodcastTO LISTEN: https://www.throughthetraumapodcast.com/TO EXPLORE or PARTNER: https://throughthetraumapodcast.online/ To Learn More about Amber LarkinsIG: https://www.instagram.com/the_amber_larkins/FB: https://www.facebook.com/amber.larkins.39/ LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/amber-larkins-43529986/TIKTOK https://www.tiktok.com/@theamberlarkinsFollow Through The Trauma Podcast & Empowerography on Social MediaInstagram PODCAST PAGE https://www.instagram.com/throughthetraumapodcast/EMPOWEROGRAPHY CREATIVE CONTENT AGENCY https://www.instagram.com/empowerographyfiles/Facebook Empowerography Https://www.facebook.com/fitographyfiles/ YouTUBE https://www.youtube.com/@throughthetraumapodcastTwitter https://twitter.com/FitographyfilesFurther your VOICE! Get in front of MILLIONS Building Purpose Driven Brands & Empowering Content to Ignite Growth, Influence, & Inspirationhttps://empowerography.com/ Join Our Free Facebook Group Empowering Content with a Purposehttps://www.facebook.com/groups/663655081742018