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( I had some technical difficulties, so this episode should have been posted two weeks ago

Nicole Ward has been a Special education teacher for 17 years with special interest in neurodivergent students. SpEd consultant for families trying to navigate the IEP game for their children for 12 years through Moore Autism Center. She is a Domestic abuse survivor and sexual assault survivor. She was assaulted in the military by a commanding officer, in which the military covered up and paid for her discharge in a lifetime of disability, instead of holding the abuser accountable . Her psychological, emotional, verbal, financial, and legal abuse started after filing for divorce at 7 months pregnant lasted 12 years. Both of her abusers are still walking free to this day . Her story is heartbreaking devastating , but also a story of strength, empowerment and overcoming determination and the will to never give up and that you are your child's biggest, biggest advocate. In this episode we will be Upacking & exposing the family court system and what is hindering survivors in protecting their children, such as judges that are paid and endorsed by a system, with immunity to ignore Victims and enable users. Nicole and maralen realized through their friendship that they shared a commonality of enduring the same systemic abuse with a same court official. Our hope, in sharing our stories is bringing awareness to corruption within the system, and exposing court officials who should also be held responsible for not protecting victims of domestic violence and their children. This will be a two-part episode and trust me you don't wanna miss any of it ! If you think you may be a victim of abuse or are struggling with thoughts of suicide, there is help and resources available to you please contact the Suicide Prevention line 988 or the domestic violence hotline 1-800-799-7233 We are glad your here & hope you find love support and safety here where your voices can be heard

In this episode of the Marvelous Mystonic Muggles podcast host Maralen and LaTresha dive deeper into Maralen's 12 year domestic violence relationship. Maralen openly talks more about facing her shadows and braving through the wilderness of what it means to truly be vulnerable. Speaking our truth can often be painful and uncomfortable. But it can also be the most powerful form of liberation and freedom to step into the light of one's authentic self to step into consciousness, and embrace the beloved. Speaking our truth, and telling our stories not only helps to free ourselves from the chains of bondage, and being prisoners of our own mind, but it also helps to act as a catalyst and can be a survival guide for others that are along their healing journey. Darkness is some thing that many of us have talk to fear and be afraid of our entire lives, but it is through darkness that we find the light and everything. It is through darkness which all creation is born, whether it's a seed that you plant in the soil a baby and its mothers womb meditation practices. Darkness allows us to embrace our light with open arms and face our shadows, to no longer be afraid of them. but to see the duality and balance, that light and dark create. Together we are stronger, and when we choose to keep our hearts open and have compassion and grace for all the versions of ourselves, that it took to get here, we can show so much gratitude for this human experience and the multitude of emotions that we get to experience during our journey here on earth.

In this second part of our guest interview with Stesha Baker, her story gets more compelling and intense as she dives deeper into heartbreak tragedy abuse, and how important it is to have a support system . From police calls and escalated chronic brutality Stesha shares her story of how she broke free from her abuser. Her transparency and vulnerability is so compelling and inspiring and relatable. We hope that her story can be a light to others and empower someone else to gain awareness, bravery, and self-confidence to break free. Let us know in the comments if this resonated with you. Our continued hope is that this space is a place of safety where Victims and survivors can feel heard seen invalidated in their truths. Your are not alone

In this episode 7 of Marvelous Mystonic Muggles we had the pleasure of talking with close friend Stesha Baker and hearing her story. Her empowering story of overcoming tragic domestic violence being held at gunpoint , enduring sever physiological abuse and turning her pain into purpose . In her words "My name is Stesha. I'm 28yrs old and happily divorced.

In this episode 6 we welcome guest Lindsay Douglas & hear her empowering story of courage bravery & overcoming abuse & making one of the hardest choices of her life . " My name is Lindsay Douglas and I'm a 35 neurodivergent non-binary indigenous person living in Oklahoma City. I work doing technical support for a major wireless carrier. In my spare time I love to do acrylic painting, practice sketching, listen to music, cook, practice yoga, study cybersecurity and computer science topics, use cannabis, take hikes with my partner, Steven, and I love a good story either through TV, movies, graphic novels, novels, or podcasts! I'm an outspoken recovering addict and domestic violence survivor. I share my story to help other people who may be caught in the grips of intimate partner violence especially those at higher risk including AFAB people, women, BIPOC, neurodivergent people, and children. My painful experience with coercive control, family scapegoat syndrome, emotional incest, and ultimately domestic violence has led me to make some interesting and deeply meaningful friendships and I'm grateful to have met Maralen and LaTresha on this earthside journey! Lindsay (they / them / Slytherin) "

In the second part of this episode LaTresha and Maralen go over emotional abuse tactics such as Gaslighting and Manipulation. Gaslighting is an extreme form of emotional abuse that an abuser uses to make their victims doubt & question their reality and experiences. Gaslighting is more commonly used by Narcissistic abusers and can cause severe psychological damage in victims . Maralen & LaTresha share their own experiences enduring gaslighting and how it effected them, along with educational tools on how to gain self awareness & break free. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE 1-800-799-7233 https://www.mycwa.org.uk/gaslighting https://linktr.ee/MMMpodcast23?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=b3369d80-fb6d-48c0-8bbe-ca188685f2cd

In this episode one of a 2 part episode Maralen & LaTresha break down what domestic violence is and what the signs and behaviors look & sound like. We go over questions to reflect on to better help society understand behaviors that are overlooked in these relationships to help identify abuse. Maralen is a certified educator on narcissistic abuse and narcissism and attachment Theory and helps give real life examples from her own experience of narcissistic abuse, to help others recognize the signs and break free. If you think you may be a victim of abuse please contact the domestic violence hotline 1-800-799-7233 We are glad your here & hope you find love support and safety here where your voices can be heard

In this episode LaTresha & Maralen discuss what it means to fully step into your power. Asking hard questions and digging deep into the ways we often self sabotage and fail to give to ourselves the love we so freely give to others. Healing is not linear and grief is an emotion that is heavily felt throughout ones healing journey. Letting go of people we love can be hard but recognizing that love is freedom and to truly be free within we have to let go of that which no longer serves us and know that love is not control. What do you need to let go of that is not serving your most authentic self? Instagram @MMMpodcast23 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550875414936 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6WvnO38gO3Ts24mACKBRQK?si=a7cfd91822b34dcb Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marvelous-mystonic-muggles-podcast/id1501725073 linktr.ee/MMMpodcast23

In this episode of Marvelous Mystonic Muggles , Maralen & LaTresha discuss some overlooked statistics of domestic violence and the harmful effects of the law know as "Failure to protect" which has wrongly been responsible for incarcerating the majority of women in the state of Oklahoma, who are victims of domestic violence. This is a major problem in Oklahoma where domestic violence ranks 1# for violence against women by men, and #2 in the US for domestic violence homicides . Failure to protect laws further revictimize victims of DV and abusers are able to re-abuse through the Justice system. Our hope is to continue to break the silence and shed light on these uncomfortable truths & create change that truly helps to protect victims and survivors of domestic violence

In this first episode of the Marvelous Mystonic Muggles podcast, host Maralen shares a portion of her recent domestic violence escape and the disparities in the Family Court system, as she continues to fight for her children. She breaks down many systemic problems that prevent women and their children from escaping violence and breaking free from abusers. Oklahoma is number one in the state for violence against women by men and number two in the US for domestic violence homicide. LaTresha & Maralen ask each other a series of hard questions, and what it was like, being on each end of the spectrum and what life is looking like for her now. Instagram @MMMpodcast23   Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550875414936 Apple Podcast  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marvelous-mystonic-muggles-podcast/id1501725073 linktr.ee/MMMpodcast23

In this podcast I dive into the roots of my trauma of where it all began. This may be very triggering for many listeners as I described and deep details of the painful traumatic events of my childhood being raised in an abusive household. Sharing the story is important to help shed light on childhood abuse grooming behaviors and how many addictions and behavioral patterns follow us through adulthood. If you need to take time and pause in between listening please listen to your body and take your time. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hello wonderful humans! I am so happy to be back , we have alot of ground to cover. I decided to title this as season one because I am in a lotus phase of my healing and am pushing through the muddy waters and reclaiming my happiness and spirit to blossom into my most authentic self and I want to take you on this journey of self discovery with me. I am starting this season off talking about co dependency and what is it? Co- dependency is a form of addiction that has been programed and created out of trauma. I want to cover on how society treats addiction and what we can do to shed more light and awareness on how trauma affects our mental health and how it shows up in our bodies. Trauma is not what happens to us it is how it makes our bodies feel. This leads to chronic pain and mental health disorders. These episodes may be triggering as I am diving into the shadows in my raw truth and welcoming the doors of vulnerability. Thank you for being in this space and riding the waves with me . Namaste --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode I just wanted to dive into talking about not taking things personally it can be so easy to get wrapped up in projections that others put onto us out of their own unhealed wounds and so in this episode I give insight on what to do when that happens and how to navigate through those emotions

Is anyone over parenting? LOL there is such a stigma around motherhood that we have to be happy cheerful loving 24 seven and self sacrifice for our children but I am here to tell you that isn't always reality and it's OK to not feel that way

In this episode I talk about being your authentic self and stepping in your truth. How you can stop living your life through the lens of other people and do what you were meant to do: --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I wanted to talk about what being an empath means how you can protect yourself and set boundaries how to recharge and make sure you're putting yourself first. Book - Empath by Tina Madison --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Are you showing up for yourself today? What does self-love look like for you? Are you mothering yourself in the ways you need to be mother and undoing toxic cycles. Our kids are a mirror image of us and it's important that we learn to be students again so we can create a better healing space for ourselves and those around us.

In this episode I wanted to talk about men's mental health , the stigmas around why men don't talk about mental health and what we can do to change that. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

It's harvest season what seeds are you planting that you want to manifest? In order to feel safe and feel grounded we have to do the inner work and acknowledge our root chakra. We have to build a new foundation and rewrite the stories in agreements that have been told throughout our life. Write a new story. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

#Healing #EmotionalStability #HealingTrauma #Teenagers #Children --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Do you negatively self talk to yourself? Do you have anger and trauma your holding onto those things can delay your healing . In this episode I talk about how to end those cycles. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Our words have the power to produce dark magic or light magic what words are you speaking to yourself and what words have you ingested from others to create the agreements that you have about yourself right now? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I wanted to give a brief description of the trauma I've experience of not being heard as a woman. Women are constantly shamed and toad that they're lying or not telling the truth and are constantly put in the back burner when they choose to speak their truth. I wanted to encourage women in this podcast to speak their truth and continue to take up space as many times as it takes

In this podcast I wanted to go over a little bit of the mask mandate of COVID -19 here in the state of Oklahoma nutrition mental health and how that all correlates together in ties in --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I didn't really have a specific topic for this podcast I just wanted to kind of talk about boundaries a little bit in setting intentions

I wanted to speak on Kalief Browder's story the justice system mass incarceration and systematic racism. Knowing better is doing better and speaking out . White silence is violence: --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I wanted to make a quick video with all of the craziness going on right now to remind us how we can remain grounded and balanced during a time of uncertainty and chaos. It's ok to feel your feelings , just be mindful of what your feeling and don't stay in that space. Practice gratitude in this time, learn something new, practice self care, read a new book. Eat high vibrational foods that nourish your body and fuel you with antioxidants and vitamin C.

Growing up in a Christian home I spent most my life feeling unloveable, unworthy and shamed. seeing that there was no creation for love and belonging but separating and segregating others. Throughout my up bringing there was no encouragement for questions, research or logic it was very black and white. My upbringing was centered around projection of fear and control instead of love and belonging and compassion. It was all about control and "obeying" and if you didn't you were going to a bad place and unworthy of being loved. I wanted to share my truth on this sensitive topic with religion and encourage those to be reflective and open minded. Both religion and spirituality can have a positive impact on mental health. In some ways, they provide the same impact. For example: Both religion and spirituality can help a person tolerate stress by generating peace, purpose and forgiveness. But benefits generally vary between the two due to their different nature. I respect those who are religious and or spiritual (or both) unless those beliefs are structured and rooted in the oppression of other humans and creating fear and segregation. Latest episode https://youtu.be/eE13olTbQvs Follow me on Instagram @maralenmusic --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

How many of you are easily triggered or irritated? How many times has something someone done or said upset you? How many times have you been emotionally overwhelmed but you can't recall what made you feel that way? Triggers, and getting to the root of them is so important in your healing journey. Often times we feel a rush of anxiety and depression when getting into situations and most situations involve people. Learning to practice mindfulness, connecting with nature and letting nature teach us to just be still without labeling everything in our lives.

In this video I talk more about narcissism and dealing with narcissistic relationships and how to set healthy boundaries and protect your peace. I talk about my mother and I's relationship and how it affected my relationships. I lacked confidence, had low self esteem, sought external validation from others and didn't feel worthy. I lacked confidence, didn't know how to say no to people and set boundaries, and my health declined because of it. I hope this video can help others re-evaluate their relationships better and learn to show up for themselves and take back control over their lives and live free, knowing your worth and that you are deserving of happiness. Follow me Instagram @maralenmusic Facebook @maralenmusic --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Having relationship problems? Thinking divorce is the answer? Im here to tell you it doesn't have to be and healing your relationship is possible. In this video I open up bout my marriage, going through Divorce and how I healed my self in order to save my marriage. 80% of the time we get in relationships we go in blindly setting expectations for the other person, not expressing our needs and how we need to be loved. Regurgitating toxic mentalities that we have been conditioned in from child hood. Not being shown what a healthy relationship with open communication looks like. We go into relationships with baggage and unhealed child hood trauma that projects onto our partner. We also are not even aware of what our love language is let alone our partners. In this video I will share our story briefly of what broke our marriage and how we healed to save it and how to fall back into unconditional love. Learning each others love language and meeting each others needs in open communication creating a safe space for one another. marriage doesn't have to be hard work. Marriage should be fluid, freedom, and loving without conditions. I will talk more about meditation and Reiki healing in my upcoming episodes. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I had some thoughts this morning that were on my mind and wanted to share the relation between trauma and how we hold pain in our bodies that prevents our heart from giving and receiving love. Does unconditional love seem scary and foreign to you? Have you ever wondered why you stay in toxic relationships and then once you get in a healthy one you self sabotage it? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this podcast I talk about depression, anxiety, self harm and more. What we see on the external is not always what is going on internally. That's why it's so important to practice kindness because we never know what battles others are facing. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this series I talk about sexual trauma and how that affected my emotions and intimate relationships as an adult. How suppressing those traumas caused physical pain and inability to be able to enjoy sex with my husband. It created insecurities and lack of confidence that I projected in my external relationships. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this first episode I go over some childhood traumas with my mother and physical emotional verbal abuse I experienced. I will be going in a much deeper detail and future videos but I wanted to just give a brief description of what Trumatic events can look like they can be super minor and still cause PTSD anxiety and much more. It's important that we work diligently on healing our inner child so we can have inner peace and successful relationships as adults. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app