Taboo Talks with Krystal

In this raw and honest conversation, Krystal sits down with Shannon Jefferson, founder of Majik Mentality, to explore what it really means to heal—emotionally, energetically, and spiritually.From breaking free of labels to turning trauma into transformation, Shannon shares how energy work and self-awareness can help you reconnect with who you truly are.They dive into the power of self-love, resilience, and what it looks like to strip away the identities placed on you by others so you can step fully into your truth.This episode also opens up a deeper conversation around postpartum mental health, identity, and the realities many women face after bringing a baby home—topics that are often overlooked or misunderstood.This is a powerful reminder that healing isn’t linear—and that your story, no matter how messy, can become your strength.

In this episode of Taboo Talks, Krystal welcomes Angie Ruff for a courageous and compassionate conversation about sex addiction, intimacy disorders, and recovery. Angie shares her personal journey through abandonment, abuse, and addiction—and how facing these challenges head-on allowed her to reclaim her sense of self and redefine intimacy on her own terms.Together, they explore:Common myths and stigma surrounding sex addictionThe role of shame in addiction and healingRedefining intimacy beyond trauma-driven patternsSetting healthy boundaries in relationships and businessFirst steps toward healing for those who feel stuckAngie’s story is a powerful reminder that healing begins with awareness, honesty, and the willingness to take one brave step forward.🔗 Connect with Angie Ruff and explore her work via the links in the show notes.🎧 If this episode resonated, please follow, rate, and share Taboo Talks to help these conversations reach those who need them most.

Many people don’t lose themselves in one big moment — they drift away slowly while adapting, caregiving, achieving, or surviving.In this episode of Taboo Talks with Krystal, I’m joined by Becca Stackhouse-Morson, CEO and Founder of Stacked Intent, for a thoughtful conversation about self-connection, authenticity, and staying rooted in who you are as life evolves.Becca brings together her background in Family Studies, nutrition, and relationship education to explore how our relationship with ourselves quietly shapes everything else — our boundaries, our energy, our emotional health, and our ability to show up fully in our lives.We talk about the subtle ways people “vanish,” why daily habits matter more than big breakthroughs, and how intentional self-care can help you remain present and aligned through transitions instead of losing yourself to them.This episode is an invitation to slow down, reconnect inward, and choose yourself — not in a selfish way, but in a sustaining one.What We ExploreThe inspiration behind Stacked Intent and Becca’s workHow authenticity erodes — and how it can be rebuiltWhy self-relationship is the foundation of resilience and emotional healthThe role of daily habits in maintaining self-trustHow nutrition and well-being intersect with emotional regulationStaying connected to yourself during seasons of changeWhy intentional check-ins (including finances) support self-respectHonoring multiple passions without abandoning yourselfFeatured Resource 🎁 A free guide designed to support self-connection, personal clarity, and intentional living — especially during times of transition.📘 Access it here:👉 https://www.stackedintent.com/waystonotletyourselfvanishthroughselfrelationshipAbout Our GuestBecca Stackhouse-Morson is the CEO and Founder of Stacked Intent, LLC, a personal growth platform centered on self-care, authenticity, and intentional living.With a background in Family Studies and certifications in nutrition, self-defense, and relationship education, Becca blends knowledge with lived experience to help individuals strengthen their relationship with themselves — so they can navigate life with more presence, clarity, and confidence.She is also the host of the Stacked Intent podcast, where she explores self-connection, resilience, and meaningful personal growth.Connect with Becca📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stacked_intent/📘 Free Guide: https://www.stackedintent.com/resources Listen to the Full EpisodeThis episode is for anyone who feels stretched thin, disconnected, or unsure when they last checked in with themselves — and is ready to reconnect with intention.🎧 Listen to Taboo Talks with Krystal👉 (insert episode link)Ways to Not Let Yourself Vanish

What happens when your voice is silenced for years—and what does it take to reclaim it?In this episode of Taboo Talks with Krystal, I sit down with Jana Dutkiewicz, a Vocal Alchemist, Seer, Channel, and Creatrix whose life’s work centers on voice as a pathway to healing, sovereignty, and embodied truth.Jana shares her deeply personal journey of growing up in a strict religious environment where questioning, bodily autonomy, consent, and self-expression were suppressed. Through years of de-programming, healing, and reconnecting with her voice, Jana discovered that sound—especially intuitive vocalization—can be a powerful tool for transmuting trauma and reclaiming personal power.This conversation explores how religious trauma impacts the body and voice, why so many people struggle to speak their truth, and how reconnecting with sound and vibration can help restore a sense of safety, sovereignty, and inner wisdom.Growing up in religious environments that silence questioning and autonomyHow religious trauma impacts consent, self-trust, and embodimentLosing — and reclaiming — your voice as an adultThe connection between trauma, the throat, and self-expressionVoice as a tool for energetic and emotional healingWhat vocal alchemy and intuitive sound healing actually areReclaiming sovereignty, choice, and inner authorityHealing beyond words through vibration and soundVocal Alchemy to Activate Your Deeper PurposeAn intuitive, channeled vocal sound healing session designed to help release energetic blocks and reconnect with your authentic voice and purpose.🎧 Experience it here:https://youtu.be/hfzT1evjnRAJana Dutkiewicz is a Vocal Alchemist, Seer, Channel, and mystic with a deep connection to the spiritual realm, including a special relationship with the Angelic realm. A lifelong, classically trained singer, Jana spent years performing without fully owning her voice.Her personal healing journey—rooted in dismantling religious conditioning, healing trauma, and reclaiming bodily sovereignty—led her to discover voice as a powerful portal for transformation. Through vocal techniques, vibration, and inner sight, Jana helps others transmute energy, access inner wisdom, and remember their innate power.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/Fng5BGChdV5iY51uYouTube (Vocal Alchemy Session): https://youtu.be/hfzT1evjnRAThis episode is for anyone who has felt silenced by religion, culture, trauma, or fear—and is ready to reconnect with their voice, truth, and sovereignty.🎧 Listen to the full episode of Taboo Talks with Krystal👉 [Insert podcast episode link here]🔍 What We Talk About🎶 Featured Offering🌟 About Our Guest🔗 Connect with Jana🎧 Listen to the Full Episode

Big feelings don’t mean something is wrong — they mean something is being felt.In this episode of Taboo Talks with Krystal, I’m joined by Elizabeth Stryker, mother, mindfulness advocate, and children’s book illustrator, for a grounding conversation about helping kids navigate emotions through body awareness, breath, and co-regulation.Rather than focusing on fixing feelings or shutting them down, we explore how noticing sensations in the body, naming emotions, and staying present with our children teaches them emotional safety and self-trust. Elizabeth shares the inspiration behind her children’s book, Riley’s Remarkable Roller Coaster Ride, and how mindfulness practices can help kids “ride the rollercoaster” of emotions instead of being overwhelmed by them.This episode is especially for parents who want to respond with connection instead of control — and who are learning right alongside their kids.✨ What We Talk AboutWhat mindfulness really looks like for kids (and parents)Noticing feelings through sensations in the bodyWhy emotional awareness comes before emotional regulationCo-regulation vs. “fixing” or minimizing big feelingsHow breath helps children find calm in emotional momentsTeaching kids that feelings are safe, temporary, and informativeUsing stories and imagination to build emotional literacy📘 Featured BookRiley’s Remarkable Roller Coaster RideA beautifully illustrated children’s book that teaches mindfulness breathing and emotional awareness, helping kids learn how to find calm when emotions feel big.(Digital resources and expanded offerings coming soon.)Elizabeth Stryker is a mom, mindfulness practitioner, and children’s book illustrator passionate about helping families build emotional awareness and connection. Through storytelling and simple mindfulness practices, she helps parents guide children toward confidence, self-trust, and emotional resilience.🔗 Connect with Elizabeth📸 Instagram: @pelvicstabilitypt📘 Book: Riley’s Remarkable Roller Coaster RideIf you’re navigating big emotions with your kids and want tools that center connection, presence, and co-regulation, this episode will meet you where you are.🎧 Listen to the full episode of Taboo Talks with Krystal👉 [Insert podcast episode link here]👩‍🎨 About Our Guest🎧 Listen to the Full Episode

What if kindness wasn’t just a “nice idea,” but a daily practice that actually changes families—and the world?In this episode of Taboo Talks with Krystal, I’m joined by Teresa Ramirez, award-winning, best-selling author, motivational speaker, and Founder & CEO of Journey in Kindness. Teresa is on a mission to help loving parents intentionally raise kind, happy, and emotionally healthy children in a world that often feels anything but kind.We talk about why kindness gets dismissed as “something we already know,” why knowing isn’t the same as practicing, and how intentional acts of kindness can shift family culture, emotional regulation, and long-term outcomes for kids. Teresa also shares how parents can step into the role of CEO of their family, creating homes rooted in compassion, joy, and connection—without perfection or pressure.This conversation is practical, encouraging, and deeply needed for parents who want to raise children who are kinder, more accepting, and more emotionally grounded.Why kindness is often underestimated—and why it actually does make a differenceThe gap between knowing about kindness and intentionally practicing itHow parents can become the CEO of their family cultureThe connection between kindness, emotional health, and happier childrenHow small, daily acts of kindness can create ripple effects far beyond the homeAddressing the skepticism: Is there proof that kindness works?Why raising kinder kids contributes to a more compassionate world75 Acts of KindnessA practical, easy-to-use list to help parents practice kindness daily—without overwhelm.👉 Download here: https://journeyinkindness.comTeresa Ramirez is an award-winning, best-selling author, motivational speaker, and kindness ambassador for loving parents who want to raise kind children. Through her divinely inspired video messages, blog posts, and her signature “fun-with-bubbles” style, Teresa encourages parents to create homes filled with joy, connection, and intentional kindness.When she’s not uplifting parents, Teresa volunteers at Home For Life, spends time with her sons, enjoys her pets, and loves hiking and kayaking.🌐 Website: https://journeyinkindness.com👥 Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ajourneyinkindness📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teresaramirez6349/▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@journeyinkindnesswithteresaIf this episode resonated with you, make sure to follow Taboo Talks with Krystal for more honest conversations about parenting, healing, emotional regulation, and breaking cycles—one real conversation at a time.✨ What We Cover in This Episode🎁 Free Resource👩‍💼 About Our Guest🔗 Connect with Teresa🎧 Listen & Subscribe

What if your past didn’t define you — or even limit you?In this powerful episode of Taboo Talks, Krystal sits down with Ginger Hilton to explore what it really means to reclaim your life after childhood trauma. Ginger shares her journey from surviving abuse to building a life rooted in creativity, purpose, and self-trust. This conversation dives into healing, self-worth, speaking your truth, and rediscovering passion after pain — without toxic positivity or pressure to “be over it.”If you’ve ever felt stuck in survival mode or wondered whether you’re allowed to want more after what you’ve been through, this episode is for you.Key TakeawaysYour past may shape you, but it does not get to define your futureHealing isn’t about erasing pain — it’s about reclaiming agency and choiceSpeaking your truth can be a powerful part of the healing processPassion after trauma often starts quietly, not all at onceYou are allowed to change paths, redefine success, and build a life that fits who you are nowTopics We CoverHealing from childhood abuseRebuilding self-worth after traumaLetting go of survival modeFinding passion after painUsing creativity as a healing toolSharing your story without shameRedefining identity after traumaGinger’s Gift to Listeners 🎁If you’re a writer or author ready to share your story, Ginger has created a free customizable Showit website template to help you showcase your work beautifully and simply.Grab it here: https://www.gingerhilton.com/freebieAbout Ginger HiltonGinger Hilton is a creative website designer who helps writers and authors bring their stories to life online. Her journey includes work in medical assisting, nonprofit leadership, and now web design — all rooted in resilience, creativity, and purpose. Through her work and her voice, Ginger empowers others to reclaim their stories and build futures that reflect who they truly are.

What if the very labels meant to describe you ended up limiting your potential?In this powerful episode of Taboo Talks, host Krystal Casey sits down with Jess Arce, widely known as America’s Dyslexia Expert, to break down the myths, stigma, and outdated narratives surrounding dyslexia and learning differences.Jess is the CEO of I Am Not Dumb, Inc. and the founder of 3D Learning Experts. Through her work, she has helped thousands of individuals and families better understand dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, and other learning differences — reframing them not as limitations, but as powerful variations in how the brain works.Growing up with dyslexia herself, Jess knows what it feels like to be mislabeled as “dumb” or “lazy.” Instead of accepting those false narratives, she transformed her lived experience into a mission — empowering others to reclaim their confidence, intelligence, and identity.Together, Krystal and Jess explore the emotional impact of learning labels, the resilience required to rise above them, and the importance of advocacy — for children, parents, and adults still healing from years of misunderstanding.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:Why dyslexia has nothing to do with intelligenceHow harmful labels can shape identity and self-esteemWhat dyslexia actually looks like in everyday lifeHow parents can better support and advocate for their childrenWhy different learning styles deserve different systemsHow to rewrite your story after years of internalized shame🎧 Listen to more episodes of Taboo Talks:👉 https://krystalcasey.com/podcast🌿 Learn more about Krystal Casey’s work:👉 https://krystalcasey.com/links/links🎁 Jess’s Gift to ListenersJess is offering a free digital copy of her book, I Am Not Dumb, I Am Dyslexic — an eye-opening resource for anyone impacted by dyslexia or learning differences.👉 Download your free copy here:https://www.iamnotdumb.comYou can also learn more about Jess’s advocacy and programs through I Am Not Dumb, Inc. and 3D Learning Experts at the same link.

What happens when life as you know it stops—and starts again? In this powerful conversation, I sit down with award-winning health expert, best-selling author, and eternal advocate Nicole Angelique Kerr to talk about her Near-Death Experience and the profound lessons it taught her about life, purpose, and love.Nicole shares her journey of moving from a near-death experience to a spiritually transformative one, including the 10 lessons NDE experiencers want us to learn now. We also dive into:The impact of trauma, mental health, and how unhealed wounds can manifest (like Nicole’s own experience with an eating disorder).Reconceptualizing God and spirituality after loss.Setting boundaries, letting go of people-pleasing, and creating freedom through self-love.Why it’s time to change old belief systems that sabotage us.This episode will inspire you to reflect on your own patterns, embrace your healing journey, and remember that life after death—whether literal or metaphorical—can hold deep purpose.Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode🎥 Stressed Documentary – Watch here🌱 Getting Started with NET – Learn more📖 Free Gift from Nicole – Claim the first chapter of You Are Deathless here🔗 Connect with Nicole Kerr – Instagram | Website💌 Connect with Krystal Casey – krystalcasey.com/linksPodcasted edited by Stephanie Brandolini

Air Date: April 22, 2025Host: Krystal CaseyWhat We Talked About:The moment I discovered my daughter had been abused by her fatherHow my own childhood trauma resurfaced and was weaponizedThe decision to break the cycle of silence and speak outRebuilding trust with my children and myselfTransforming pain into purpose and leadershipIn This Episode:In this deeply personal solo episode, I share the harrowing journey of uncovering my daughter's abuse and confronting my own buried trauma. I discuss the painful decision to speak out against a family member, the challenges of breaking generational cycles of silence, and the path toward healing and empowerment. This episode is a testament to the strength it takes to protect our children and ourselves, and the transformative power of reclaiming our voices.Connect with Me:KrystalCasey.com/links – Book me to speak, work with me, or get supportShare this episode with someone who needs to hear itLeave a review on Apple or Spotify to help more cycle-breakers find this work

Air Date: April 15, 2025Host: Krystal CaseyGuest: Alison Hayes, founder of Thriving While DisabledIn this powerful and eye-opening conversation, Krystal sits down with Alison Hayes — coach, educator, and founder of Thriving While Disabled — to dismantle the silence around disability, financial survival, and the crushing stigma of social welfare systems.Alison shares her raw, real journey of navigating life with a Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) and the identity shift that came with accepting herself as a disabled woman. From her first diagnosis at age three to her battle with ableism, Alison pulls back the curtain on what it's like to live within — and push back against — systems designed to make disabled people feel invisible.This episode is a must-listen for anyone ready to challenge their assumptions, build true empathy, and understand what it means to thrive because of, not in spite of, disability.💥 What We Talk About:What disability really means (and why the identity is so misunderstood)The lifelong impact of ableism, both subtle and overtThe emotional toll of navigating Social Security Disability (SSDI)The societal shame around being poor, disabled, or needing helpWhy self-efficacy matters — and how social systems can destroy itAlison’s upcoming book Thriving While Disabled: Navigating Disability Finances🔗 Connect with Alison Hayes:🌐 Website: www.thrivingwhiledisabled.com📘 Preorder her book: Thriving While Disabled: Navigating Disability Finances (Out April 12, 2025)📣 Facebook Group: Disability and Independence: Thriving Despite the Broken SystemsIf this episode shifted your perspective or helped you feel seen, we’d love to hear from you.💬 DM or tag @iamkrystalcasey with your thoughts🎧 Catch all episodes at krystalcasey.com/links🔁 Share this episode with someone who needs to hear itDisability, disability finances, SSDI, Functional Neurological Disorder, ableism, social stigma, social welfare systems, Thriving While Disabled, Alison Hayes, Taboo Talks Podcast, Krystal Casey, disability coaching, mental illness stigma, invisible disabilities

Guest: Theresa NguyenAir Date: April 8, 2025🔥 What We Talked About:What Dragon Energy really is—and why it’s not what we’ve been taughtHow this ancient, undocumented energy can help with healing, creation, and transmutationThe myth that dragons are evil (and how Theresa is rewriting that narrative)What it means to activate your Dragon Light CodesThe power of breath, sound, and vibration in deep energetic healingTheresa is a Dragon Channel, Energy & Sound Therapist, and Spiritual Mentor with over two decades of experience. In this powerful episode, she walks us through how she uses dragon energy to help women break free from fear, access their voice, and awaken their deepest purpose.💎 Connect with Theresa:Free Gift: Dragon Healing for Activating Your Dragon LIGHT CODES – A 30-minute sound healing journey designed to awaken your dragon DNA light codesFacebook: facebook.com/theresanguyenspeaksInstagram: @theresanguyenspeaksTikTok: @theresanguyenspeaksLinkedIn: Theresa Nguyen on LinkedInYouTube: @theresanguyenspeaks💬 Let’s Stay Connected:If this episode lit something up in you, I’d love to hear about it.DM me, tag me, or share your favorite moment from the show.➡️ Connect with me + access all my resources at:👉 krystalcasey.com/links🎧 Listen + Subscribe:Catch all episodes of Taboo Talks on Spotify or wherever you love to listen.

Host: Krystal CaseyAir Date: April 1, 2025🔥 What We Talked About:What it really looks like to sit in the in-betweenWhy we often perform strength instead of allowing ourselves to healThe truth about emotional leakage—and how unprocessed pain shows upThe moment I realized I wasn’t giving myself time to grieveWhat it means to stop performing healing and actually live itThis solo episode is a sacred pause. An honest reflection on what happens when we try to rebuild too quickly, and why giving ourselves permission to slow down, feel, and simply be is the most powerful thing we can do.If you’re in a messy middle right now—this one’s for you.💬 Let’s Stay Connected:If this episode spoke to your soul, I’d love to hear from you.Tag me, DM me, or share your favorite takeaway.➡️ Connect with me + access all my resources at:👉 krystalcasey.com/links🎧 Listen + Subscribe:Catch all episodes of Taboo Talks on Spotify or wherever you love to listen.

"What if your healing isn't the end of your story? What if it's just the beginning of your becoming?" Welcome to Season 2 of Taboo Talks—new energy, same mission, just louder now. From surviving unimaginable grief to reclaiming her voice and building something real, Krystal Casey shares the raw, unfiltered truth behind where she’s been—and where she’s headed. If you’ve ever wondered what comes after the breakdown... this is it. This season is for the women who are done shrinking, done pretending, and ready to rebuild—louder, stronger, and more aligned than ever before. ✨ Still healing. ✨ Still honest. ✨ Now building. Ready to rise? Start here: krystalcasey.com/links

In this raw and inspiring episode of Taboo Talks with Krystal, host Krystal Casey sits down with Dina Lantzer—coach, author, speaker, and survivor—to explore the profound journey of healing and transformation. Dina’s story is one of resilience and self-discovery, as she opens up about overcoming an abusive childhood, battling addiction, navigating spiritual deconstruction, and finding her true potential after a life-changing injury. Through her powerful memoir, Breaking to Breakthrough, Dina encourages others to release limiting beliefs, heal from spiritual abuse, and embrace the process of rewriting their story. This conversation is packed with insights on personal growth, emotional healing, and the courage it takes to truly break through life’s challenges. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Dina’s journey of surviving an abusive childhood and overcoming addiction. How a life-changing injury became the catalyst for transformation. The process of spiritual deconstruction and finding new paths to healing. Insights into emotional and spiritual healing for personal growth. How to let go of limiting beliefs and step into your true potential. Timestamps:00:00 Introduction to Taboo Talks00:14 Meet Dina Lancer: A Journey of Healing01:36 Early Life Struggles and Spiritual Awakening04:13 Deconstructing Religion and Finding New Paths05:53 The Power of Emotional and Spiritual Healing06:47 Breaking to Breakthrough: The Story Behind the Book10:47 Personal Growth and Trusting the Process18:16 Embracing Change and Letting Go23:26 Conclusion and Free Gift Resources Mentioned: Dina’s Book: Breaking to Breakthrough Free Gift from Dina: https://b2bbook.justdina.com/preorder-today Connect with Dina:  YouTube TikTok Facebook Connect with Us:If today’s episode resonated with you, join The Flight of the Phoenix Collective, Krystal’s free online support group for women 18 and up. It’s a safe space to connect, share your story, and find encouragement. Visit krystalcasey.com/links and scroll to the bottom to join. Subscribe & Share:Don’t forget to subscribe to Taboo Talks with Krystal and leave a review! Share this episode with someone who needs to hear Dina’s powerful story of healing and transformation.

⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions about domestic abuse, emotional manipulation, and healing from trauma. In this raw and powerful episode of Taboo Talks with Krystal, host Krystal Casey sits down with Michelle Spexarth, a trauma-informed coach who has turned her experience of surviving 18 years of narcissistic abuse into a mission to inspire and empower others. For nearly two decades, Michelle appeared to live a conventional life as a homeschooling mother of five. Beneath the surface, she was enduring the emotional manipulation and trauma of a narcissistic relationship—a reality she only fully understood after finding the courage to leave. Episode Highlights: The journey of recognizing and leaving an abusive relationship Rebuilding self-worth and identity after narcissistic trauma Practical strategies for healing and empowerment Why leaving is just the beginning of the recovery process 📱  Connect with Michelle: Michelle's Free Facebook Support Group 90-Day "Heal You, Heal Your Kids" Course Trauma-Informed Coaching Services 🔗  Support Resources: If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please reach out: National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) www.thehotline.org This episode is a reminder that healing is possible and that you don’t have to go through it alone. Tune in for Michelle’s heartfelt story and her empowering advice for anyone navigating life after a narcissistic relationship. #NarcissisticAbuse #HealingJourney #WomenEmpowerment #TraumaSurvivors #TabooTalks Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, and SHARE this video to spread hope and support! 💕

In This Episode Krystal Casey engages in a transformative conversation with Tammy Cox, CEO of Reclaim Your Marriage. Tammy shares her personal journey from overcoming childhood trauma to becoming a certified trauma and stress coach. She discusses her innovative approach to helping women save their marriages, even when their spouses are not on board, by focusing on inner healing and personal growth. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Personal Transformation: Tammy's journey from trauma to empowerment and how it led her to create the Reclaim Your Marriage program. Inner Healing: The importance of addressing personal trauma and its impact on relationships. Empowering Women: Strategies for women to take control of their happiness and influence positive change in their marriages. Breaking Negative Patterns: How to identify and transform detrimental cycles within relationships. Innovative Healing Approaches: Tammy's methods rooted in neuroscience and the importance of self-awareness in creating fulfilling relationships. About Tammy Cox: Tammy Cox is a certified trauma and stress coach and the CEO of Reclaim Your Marriage. She specializes in empowering women to save their marriages by focusing on personal growth and inner healing. Tammy's approach combines her personal experiences with professional expertise to help clients break negative patterns and increase intimacy in their relationships. Connect with Tammy Cox: LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/tammycox Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Visit mamasonfire.com to access resources on personal development, healing, and relationship empowerment. Explore tools to help break generational cycles and connect with a community dedicated to growth and support. Follow Taboo Talks with Krystal: Instagram: @flightofthephoenixcollective Listen to more episodes: Taboo Talks with Krystal P.S. If you found this episode valuable, please leave a review and share it with others who might benefit. Your support helps us continue to bring insightful conversations to our community.

In this powerful episode of Taboo Talks with Krystal, we’re joined by Monique Cunningham, a survivor of sexual violence and the founder of WOW Toronto—a supportive space dedicated to empowering women-identified survivors. Monique’s journey is one of resilience, courage, and creating a path to healing for others. She shares her story of overcoming trauma and describes her mission to provide continuous support for survivors who often find themselves without resources once initial counseling ends. This episode touches on sensitive subjects, including sexual violence, trauma, and recovery. Trigger Warning: If these topics are difficult for you, please feel free to pause or skip this episode and take care of yourself. Listen when you’re ready. Monique opens up about the challenges she faced as a young survivor, how these experiences impacted her relationships, and what ultimately led her to create WOW Toronto. She shares the process of building a community-centered support organization, offers insights into her healing journey, and explains the services and ongoing workshops WOW Toronto provides. If you or someone you know has experienced trauma, or if you want to learn more about supporting survivors, this conversation will resonate deeply. Monique’s story reminds us all that we are more than our past experiences and that healing is a continuous journey that’s always worth pursuing. Key Discussion Points: Monique’s Journey: Her experience as a young survivor and the impact it had on her self-esteem and relationships. Creating WOW Toronto: How Monique’s personal healing journey and market research led her to create a safe, ongoing support network for survivors in Toronto and beyond. Myth-Busting: Why being a survivor is only a part of one’s identity, and how women can embrace their full selves beyond their traumatic experiences. Empowerment Workshops: Details on WOW Toronto’s 12-week workshop focused on trust and self-esteem, as well as other upcoming events. Advice for Survivors: The importance of community, continuous support, and finding joy and empowerment beyond survival. Connect with Monique and WOW Toronto: Website: wowtoronto.org Instagram: @wow_toronto Email: [email protected] Free Resources and Upcoming Events:Monique offers virtual workshops and programs to provide survivors with tools for healing and empowerment, with an upcoming 12-week workshop on trust and self-esteem. Reach out through WOW Toronto’s website or Instagram for more details and to join the next cohort. Listener Note:If you found Monique’s story meaningful, please share this episode with someone who might benefit from it. Conversations like these can be lifelines and help create change, breaking cycles of trauma and fostering support for those who need it most.

In this special interview, Krystal Casey sits down with Corrina, the real-life inspiration behind the character Charlotte in Netflix’s Ozark. Corrina shares her raw and inspiring journey of growing up in a criminal family in the Ozarks, navigating the trauma of her upbringing, and ultimately reclaiming her life. Today, Corrina is a certified trauma and stress coach, helping others break free from cycles of intergenerational trauma and unlock their full potential. Corrina’s personal transformation is a testament to resilience and the power of healing. She overcame her own struggles with addiction, depression, and ADHD, delving into the science behind trauma to find a path forward. Through her work, Corrina empowers survivors to address Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), prioritize calm and safety, and strategically enter healing journeys without re-traumatization. As a coach and host of My True Crime Life podcast, Corrina myth-busts traditional therapy approaches and introduces innovative methods rooted in the neuroscience of flow. What You'll Learn in This Episode: From Survivor to Coach: Corrina’s transformation over the past three years, shifting from addiction and depression to a life of purpose and healing. The Roots of Trauma: How Corrina discovered the impact of her childhood experiences in the Ozarks on her adult life and how she navigated her healing journey. Generational Healing: The powerful conversations Corrina has had with her adult children and the role her granddaughter plays in breaking her family’s trauma cycle. Myth-Busting Therapy: Corrina’s insights on why traditional therapy can sometimes re-traumatize and the importance of safe, strategic approaches to healing. Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs): Why ACEs matter for parents and survivors, and what they reveal about healing for both adults and children. About Corrina: Corrina is a true survivor who has turned her pain into purpose. Beyond her coaching work, she is certified in traumatic stress and has studied under leading experts such as Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, author of The Body Keeps the Score, and Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman, an expert in creativity and intelligence. As a mother, grandmother, and advocate, Corrina’s story is one of resilience, breaking cycles, and reclaiming life. Connect with Corrina: Listen to My True Crime Life Podcast: My True Crime Life Follow Corrina on Instagram: @corrina_that_ozarks_girl -- ⁠Visit ⁠⁠https://mamasonfire.com/links⁠⁠⁠⁠ to listen to my free story, When Happily Ever After Ends: How I Survived Childhood Trauma, My Husband's Betrayal and Becoming a Widowed Mom of 5. You'll also find healing resources and support, tools to help break generational cycles, and ways to connect with me.

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