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Rise From The Scars
by Vanessa Whiting
Rise From The Scars podcast was created to provide a place for transparent conversation, about many different life experiences and or trauma, an environment to share stories in a non-judgmental way, a space to tell your story or have your story told, own your truth and rise above the pain, celebrate your new journey to discovery as well as celebrate the new you that is uncovered.
Episodes
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Is this the end of the road?
You don't want to miss this. You have to hear this one for yourself.
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Happy New Year!
Wanted to take a moment to thank everyone for being a part of the podcast in 2023 and wishing each of you the very happiest new year!
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Remembering victims of domestic violence.
To begin to understand how difficult it is for victims of domestic violence to leave that relationship, it is important to listen to what they have to say. Domestic violence is not just an isolated incident. It reaches across all socioeconomic communities. From every community, there will be...
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What is the impact of teen violence?
Nationwide, 10% of adolescents report being victims of physical violence at the hands of an intimate partner.
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Do you know what domestic violence looks like?
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It is all too common to relate Domestic or Intimate Partner Violence to a physical act. It can also come in the form of verbal, emotional, financial, and sexual abuse. It is an epidemic affecting individuals in every community. Let's help break the...
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Suicide Prevention Month
Suicide can affect anyone, no matter the age or gender. This is a good time to change the way people think surrounding this highly stigmatized issue. There are many factors that contribute to suicidal thoughts such as: depression, bipolar disorder, autism spectrum, anxiety disorders & physical...
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I just want to QUIT!
When you feel like quitting, what do you do? You pause, reflect, and re-direct yourself. Sometimes life gives us what we feel are unfair experiences, and we find ourselves in not so desirable situations. Don't give up! Greater is out there for you if you remain persistent.
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Depression & Anxiety after High School Graduation
How to deal with High School Graduation Depression & Anxiety while being excited about the new life of adulting, after walking across the graduation stage. Post Graduation Depression, Anxiey and Separation Anxiety are a real thing. If you are experiencing these symptoms, don't hesitate to reach…
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Celebrating the Class of 2023
Graduation is a new beginning on life's journey. It doesn't matter what type of job you pursue, whether it's mediocre to some or prestigious to others, remember to always follow your dreams. Life can be unpredictable, so staying consistent, flexible, and never giving up is key. Enjoy the journey!
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Sudden Loss
When you're not prepared for a sudden loss, how do you cope? Sudden loss of a loved one is something no one wants to experience. It changes your life forever. A new life has to be discovered, and an adjustment will need to be made in order to move forward.
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What does grief look like to you?
Grief is natural, and everyone grieves differently. Do you know what that looks like for you? It can come in the form of Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression and Acceptance. Getting to acceptance doesn't happen over night, it is a process. When you trust the process, you can heal.
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Can you find love at any age?
Finding love can seem impossible at times, if you are placing yourself up against that unbeatable clock. What is your dream when it comes to finding love?...to find a soulmate or life partner who will love, cherish and adore you?
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Story Time 2023
When you loose all access... You're gonna want to hear this.
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The Rant: Unrealistic Expectations
Often times people have an expectation in their mind of what they desire from you but don't always relay that clearly to the individual they have set that expectation for. If you have not made yourself clear in what you need or want from someone; it is unfair to expect them to just know.
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Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Let's help bring awareness to this epidemic. Silence hides Violence, let's start shouting from the roof tops, what we know, in order to help save lives. Domestic/Intimate Partner Violence affects many lives no matter your walk of life. If you or…
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When Tragedy Strikes
From minisode to episode...When tragedy strikes, it catches you off guard...nothing can prepare you for it and nothing can make you feel better about it. Some tragedies can rock you to your very core and change your life forever. When your red flags are raised; trust the internal instinct…
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The Journey Continues...
On this journey called life, things can be very unpredictable, happen suddenly and life altering. Take a look at where you are and inventory the good in it. It may not always be where you want to be but it's usually right where we need to be at that time.
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Emergency 911- A daughter's call
The story of my daughter's heart attack. Sometimes our symptoms and concerns are overlooked or disregarded. We need to be our own health advocate, making sure that we get the care that we need and deserve at all times.
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The Meaning of Juneteenth
Juneteenth is not a new celebration. It has become a history marking moment because it is now recognized as a United States Federal Holiday, that will be observed June 19th, commemorating the abolition of enslaved African-Americans and observed for the celebration of a culture. Originating in...
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Celebrate the Fallen...Memorial Day
Many have given there lives for their country. Memorial Day is day we honor and celebrate that service. No matter how you choose to do that, let's remember those who sacrificed and celebrate them.
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Follow the Journey Update...
When life is crazy and your intentions good but things don't go as planned. It's okay to let the people around you know that things aren't always ideal but as long as your heart is in the right place, you can bounce back.
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I'm offended- Minisode
Sometimes we get offended and hold on to that offense/offenses longer than we should. Have you even given thought to forgive to live? Live with a free heart without regret. Just a random thought.
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Can You Control Relationship Anxiety?
Relationships can be a challenge at times and can bring about anxiety. How you process those challenges can determine the outcome of its success. We grow up with conditioned behaviors and mindsets that can determine how we cope with certain situations. Let's not allow are habits to ruin the future.
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Let's Celebrate Women's History Month
March is National Women's History Month. In the United States, Women's History Month traces it's beginning back to the first International Women's Day in 1911 , then Women's Week but in 1987 Congress passed a law to give women recognition the entire month. There has been many that have made a...
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❤Valentine's Day Love❤
Valentine's Day is the day of love but shouldn't they all be? The day of love should be sprinkled throughout the year. Don't forget your special valentine. ❤
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How to Manage Family Conflict.
Conflict will happen in all relationships but how will you deal with it when it's your family? Listen in for some tips that might be helpful when the family is not speaking or you can't seem to get the elephant out of the room.
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Power, Peace & Balance
How will you walk in power, maintain peace and remain balanced? Sometimes people you're associated with don't really know the power of who you are until they begin to see the strength of your character and maybe how others respond to you. Often times people would like for you to dummy down or…
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Reflecting on the year
Reflections of the past year, gives you an opportunity to improve in the new year. Allow yourself to take some risks and see where it takes you.
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Tik Tok changed our life!
Please listen to this message and you'll understand why...Social Media Challenges can be fun but in some cases dangerous. There are many challenges that circulate for people of all ages to try but some of those should be monitored for children of younger ages. Some challenges can be life changing...
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Minisode #3-Follow the Journey
Life is an unpredictable journey. As much as we plan for the road ahead, the direction can change without notice. Also, on this journey, sometimes we have to roll with it or get left behind. Lock your seat belt and enjoy the ride!
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Minisode #2- Words from a Domestic Violence Survivor
Surviving Domestic Violence takes courage. Abuse is very isolating, personal, degrading, humiliating, and shameful. One of the most helpful steps to recovery from abuse/violence is to find good support. A person surviving abuse has to realize that they are not alone in their abusive encounters....
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Why Victims Stay in a Domestic Violence Relationship?
Victims of violence may stay in an abusive relationship out of; Fear, Shame or Cultural reasons. Domestic Violence victims may also stay because they love the abuser and want the relationship to work. They often believe that there is something they can do to “fix” what is broken in the…
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Shining a Light on Domestic Violence
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and a good time to shine a light on an epidemic that happens more often than one would like to believe. It is an epidemic that happens to individuals from all walks of life, it doesn't matter your age, race, sexual orientation or socio-economic status.…
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Setting Boundaries
Understanding how to set healthy boundaries is essential for building & maintaining healthy relationships and good mental health. Let's clearly identify boundaries, why we need them, not be afraid to let people know up front what the expectations are, and speak in a calm to tone so that the…
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Moving Anxiety
Moving is a stressor in it's own right but it can trigger anxiety because it affects multiple areas of your life when you have to do it. A decision to move can bring about a level of fear to what is unknown, thoughts of loosing connection with friends or loved ones, the anxiety of not being able…
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Understanding Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence is an epidemic affecting individuals in every community regardless of age, economic status, race or sexual orientation. Intimate partner violence can happen in multiple ways: Verbal, Emotional(Psychological), Financial, Sexual and Physical. There will be a woman from every...
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Please Stand By
What do you do in a moment of frustration? Do you react hastily and loose patience? Sometimes in our moments of frustration we loose patience, lack better judgment or are quick to respond. In the moments that are out of your control, take a minute and just breath, it could bring you clarity of...
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The Profile of an Abuser
Do you know an abuser when you see one? Unfortunately, many abusers are hiding in plain sight, disguised as some of the most charismatic people you'll ever meet. Statistics show that 85% of reported domestic violences cases are men abusing women and 5% of women abusing men. This does not take…
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Triumph over Trauma with Dr. Jaqueline Wright and Dr. Lehome Bliss
Trauma comes in many different forms: Emotional, Physical or Psychological; stemming from emotional & physical abuse, a traumatic event (sexual assault, domestic abuse or tragic loss). Here are three types of trauma: Acute-resulting from a single traumatic event, Chronic-trauma resulting from...
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Domestic Violence in a Pandemic
Domestice Violence in the pandemic was double trouble. During Covid-19, domestic violence cases has been on the rise due to the combination of isolation and financial insecurity. In the United States over the stay at home oders, the calls for domestic violence increased 8.1 % on average and...
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Facing the facts about substance abuse disorder with Penny Rogers
The substance and opioid use disorder crisis has affected countless families. Since 1999 our nation has lost over 750,000 American lives from drug overdoses. This crisis has claimed over 81,000 lives just last year, the highest number of overdose deaths ever recorded in a 12 month period. On…
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Relationship Crossroads
What do you do when your're at a relationship crossroads? Do you stay for the sake of staying or not wanting to be alone? Or, do you run at the first sign of trouble because of the fear of being unhappy just doesn't work for you? Relationships will come with it's share of challenges but remember...
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Minisode #1: Are your wounds a Scab or a Scar?
Are your wounds able to be re-opened or are they fully healed? What is state of your trauma? Is it a scab that is still trying to close from the hurt that was caused or is it a scar that has healed from the devastation of the pain? Ask, where are you in this and be true to yourself. Speak your...
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Welcome
Welcome to Rise From The Scars Podcast! As a survivor of Domestic Violence, Vanessa understands that life brings about different forms of trauma and everyone deals with that differently. This is a place to have the tough and transparent conversations about our truths and rising above the pain and...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Rise From The Scars podcast was created to provide a place for transparent conversation, about many different life experiences and or trauma, an environment to share stories in a non-judgmental way, a space to tell your story or have your story told, own your truth and rise above the pain, celebrate your new journey to discovery as well as celebrate the new you that is uncovered.
HOSTED BY
Vanessa Whiting
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Rise From The Scars podcast was created to provide a place for transparent conversation, about many different life experiences and or trauma, an environment to share stories in a non-judgmental way, a space to tell your story or have your story told, own your truth and rise above the pain,...
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Rise From The Scars is created and hosted by Vanessa Whiting.
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