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Not In A Bubble

by Stephanie Tobola

Mental health and addiction issues do not happen in a bubble. Listen to our podcast conversations as we walk through our trauma. We want to provide hope that past trauma does not have to define the present.

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Episodes

  1. Eps 23: Our Opinions: The Nicole Staples Case

    In this episode, Stephanie and Christie discuss various aspects of parenting, focusing on discipline and the recent Nicole Staples case. They share personal experiences and insights on effective discipline strategies, the importance of understanding mental health, and the impact of childhood...

  2. Eps 022 Not Going to Label These Episodes but Mostly About Compassion

    * Having a little fun with title - dive in and you will see why :) In this episode, hosts Stephanie and Christie explore the theme of compassion, particularly in the context of parenting and societal issues. They share personal stories and experiences that highlight the importance of compassion…

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  3. Eps 021: Do What Makes You Happy

    In this episode, Stephanie and Christie explore the complex relationship between happiness, mental health, and addiction. They discuss the societal pressures to achieve constant happiness, the philosophical definitions of happiness, and the impact of communication and self-care on emotional...

  4. Eps 020: Not In A Bubble Beginnings ~ How We Get Here?

    In this episode of Not in a Bubble, hosts Stephanie Tobola and Christie discuss the origins of their podcast, the history of child protection services, and share personal experiences with child abuse and neglect. They emphasize the importance of community awareness, family support, and the need…

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  5. *Special* The Best Laid Plans

    In this episode,Stephanie and Christie discuss the theme of 'best laid plans' in the context of mental health, parenting, and faith. They explore the importance of communication, the challenges of navigating life's unexpected turns, and the role of prayer and God's guidance in their planning. The...

  6. * Special * Complexities of Grief in Complicated Relationships

    In this episode, Stephanie and Christie delve into the complexities of grief, particularly in the context of complicated relationships. They share personal experiences surrounding loss, the impact of their relationships with their parents, and how these experiences shape their understanding of...

  7. * Special * Communication or Excommunicado!

    Our episode topic today is communication and how childhood trauma may or may not influence how we communicate with our children. We will also discuss the importance of effective communication and how it helps all relationships through out our lives. National Child Abuse Hotline 1-800-4 A CHILD...

  8. Eps 019: Picking Up the Pieces: Recovering from Child Abuse & Neglect - References and Recommended Reading

    Picking Up the Pieces Recap & Wrap Up -- and discussing references and recommended reading.

  9. * Special * Q & A with Stephanie Tobola

    Join us as I throw some questions to Stephanie as she celebrates the completion of her manuscript one year ago today.

  10. Eps 18: Picking up the Pieces: Recovering from Child Abuse & Neglect: A Caring Connection and Hope

    A connection with even one caring person - a sibling, parent, teacher, grandparent, or friend -- helps to lessen the destructive impact of abuse on a child. Hope: is an essential element in recovery from trauma. While we think of hope as a feeling, it is actually the foundation of a chemical...

  11. * Special * Love & Trauma pt. 2

    We decided that since February is the month of love we would do a special edition, if you will, on Love. Romantic love from our first love to our last love in meeting our husbands. We discuss: did our childhood trauma effect how we received romantic love, romantic regrets, first heart break and...

  12. * Special * Love & Trauma pt. 1

    We decided that since February is the month of love we would do a special edition, if you will, on Love. Romantic love from our first love to our last love in meeting our husbands. We discuss: did our childhood trauma effect how we received romantic love, romantic regrets, first heart break and...

  13. Eps 017: Picking Up the Pieces: Recovering from Child Abuse & Neglect - Steps for Supporting Your Child

    In this episode we talk about reassuring your child they are not alone and together you will get through this tough time. Consult with your health care provider to help you child and you as well as provide any referrals that will be needed for services such as counselling, occupational therapy…

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  14. Eps 016: Picking Up the Pieces: Recovering from Child Abuse & Neglect - Rebuilding

    Rebuilding – It begins with restoring and securing the bond between the protective parent or caregiver and the child.

  15. Picking Up the Pieces: Recovering from Child Abuse & Neglect - Be Prepared

    In this episode "Be Prepared" is more focused on Child Sexual Abuse (CSA). A child who has experienced sexual abuse may have conflicting feelings towards the person who abused them and might want to connect with or see the person who abused them.

  16. Picking Up the Pieces: Recovering from Child Abuse & Neglect - Understanding How Your Child May Be Feeling & Reporting to Law Enforcement

    In this episode, we will explore the range of emotions and feelings children might experience following Child Abuse and Neglect.

  17. Overwhelming Feelings Part2

    In this episode we dive deeper into the overwhelming feelings associated with Child Abuse and Neglect for both survivors and caregivers.

  18. Picking up the Pieces: Recovering from Child Abuse & Neglect: Overwhelming Feelings

    Overwhelming Feelings Way Point 2 on our Road Map Journey to Healing.

  19. Way Out Wrap Up and Questions About GOD

    In this episode we wrap up our way-out series and address some questions about God. One Christie's daughters asked some questions we all have about God and bad things. Does God allow them? Why?

  20. Way Out Part 3: Proactive vs. Reactive

    How do we get information into the right hands? How do we prevent child abuse and neglect? Come and explore these questions and more.

  21. Way Out pt 2

    Join us as we explore where we are as a nation regarding the staggering number of abuse cases. We will dive in and discuss some avenues of change and what can be prevent abuse.

  22. Way Out Pt. 1

    In this episode we explore hope. What does it mean to have hope in a desperate situation? How do we encourage those going through hard times to hold on to hope?

  23. Identify Part 2

    In this episode we explore how to help children identify a trusted person to confide in and how do make them feel safe to share.

  24. Identify Part 1

    How is abuse and neglect so prevalent? What are the right questions to ask and why aren't we asking them? In this episode we begin our look into identifying situations of abuse and share our thought on how to navigate those situations.

  25. Emotional Mess

    Emotional mess? The stories that we're going to talk about today are going to deal with some of the residual emotional swings that happen when you're in the healing process coming out of these situations.

  26. Trust and Trauma

    How does childhood neglect and abuse affect your ability to trust as you grow? How do you learn to feel safe and develop healthy relationships when you come from a place of survival? Come here our thoughts on these questions and more in this week's episode.

  27. Cover Up Or Are They Blind?

    Why do people stay silent? How does blatant abuse and neglect go unreported? Today we dive into these questions and more.

  28. Worthiness/Why Forgive Part 2

    Welcome back. In our second episode we further discuss the concept of worthiness and forgiveness in the face of abuse and neglect.

  29. Introduction: Worthiness

    Childhood abuse and neglect are far too common. The effects of trauma from physical, emotional, mental, and sexual abuse ripple far into adulthood. As you listen please know that we are not mental health professionals. Everything shared in this podcast is from our life experiences and things we...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Mental health and addiction issues do not happen in a bubble. Listen to our podcast conversations as we walk through our trauma. We want to provide hope that past trauma does not have to define the present.

HOSTED BY

Stephanie Tobola

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Not In A Bubble have?

Not In A Bubble currently has 29 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is Not In A Bubble about?

Mental health and addiction issues do not happen in a bubble. Listen to our podcast conversations as we walk through our trauma. We want to provide hope that past trauma does not have to define the present.

How often does Not In A Bubble release new episodes?

Not In A Bubble has 29 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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Who hosts Not In A Bubble?

Not In A Bubble is created and hosted by Stephanie Tobola.
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