Common Ground

Tennyson welcomes retired detective, Deana Lansing to the podcast to offer another perspective on the invasion and trauma in general (as both a witness and victim). They discuss the need for, but lack of, funding and education around mental health for first responders.

Mother’s Day 2013 was anything but rosy for Tennyson Jacobson. At home with her daughter and mother, she was unpacking from a weekend away, when a stranger strode into her home and attacked her leaving her shaken and sure he’d return.

Tennyson finishes her shocking story, proving intuition and instinct are valuable tools when fighting for your life. She talks about what comes after a trauma takes place; the part most don’t hear or see.

In recovering from their home invasion, Tennyson Jacobson shares the process of healing and recovery; from immediate aftermath and short-term survival mode to small, tentative steps forward and ultimately making peace with the scabs and scars left behind.

Tennyson welcomes her confidante and therapist Dr. Jeff DeTeso on the podcast to discuss the importance of mental health support and finding the ‘right’ fit. They open up about Tennyson’s mental health journey to shed light on why being vulnerable can lead to healing.

In this episode of Common Ground, Tennyson invites her husband Kyle to share his perspective of that day; they compare details, memories and their personal experiences moving forward individually, and together. Like a love letter of unconditional love and support; this episode will move and inspire you.   Enjoy listening to Part 1 of this incredible conversation between Tennyson and Kyle.

In this episode of Common Ground, Tennyson and Kyle to compare details, memories and their personal experiences moving forward individually, and together. Like a love letter of unconditional love and support; this episode will move and inspire you.   Enjoy listening to Part 2 of this incredible conversation between Tennyson and Kyle.

In this final episode of Common Ground, Tennyson and Kyle wrap up their story but vow to continue to support each other through this journey.   Enjoy listening to Part 3 of this incredible conversation between two people, connected in life and through the shared experience of trauma and healing.

On Mother's Day 2013, Tennyson Jacobson's life was turned upside down by a home invasion. Common Ground is an opportunity for her to tell her story, in her voice, with a goal of giving others an opportunity to heal from trauma. She shares her experience, resources and also insights from others who have been impacted by trauma. Although her experience is uncommon, through this podcast Tennyson hopes to help find for herself and others, connection and common ground.