Peace With Pain

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Peace with Pain is an inspiring new podcast that shares stories of real people finding peace with their pain. Hear stories of resilient individuals overcoming trauma, loss, illness and more.

Brittany Grenier


    • Jul 21, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 3m AVG DURATION
    • 25 EPISODES


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    "Nobody ever asked why."

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2021 89:31


    Trigger Warnings: Sexual/Physical/Emotional Abuse Alcoholism Infertility/Endometriosis/hysterectomy Death of Parent due to cancer Suicidal Ideation . . . . . . . . . . . Erin, grew up with a father who was sexually, physically and emotionally abusive. Erin did not feel protected or supported by her mother who invalidated her anger surrounding her abuse. Rather than being given an acknowledgement of her trauma Erin was misdiagnosed with bipolar disorder and was prescribed inappropriate medications. In adulthood Erin was able to address her anger with her mother shortly before she sadly passed away from cancer. In adulthood Erin suffered from severe gastrointestinal issues, PCOS, endometriosis and adenomyosis and eventually had a hysterectomy. Today Erin is healthy, happily married and in the process of adopting a baby boy. Erin is a therapist helping others with their own trauma and mental health struggles and her psychology today profile can be found here: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/erin-sheridan-danielson-ct/707102 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    OCD is not an adjective

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2021 68:05


    Gina and Don, parents of 3 happy children were going about their lives when suddenly their world turned upside down. Their oldest daughter was having a sleepover when suddenly she became afraid of stepping on the floor and entering her bedroom. This became the beginning of her struggling with OCD. Unfortunately, Their other daughter fell victim to the challenging disorder as well. The entire family underwent significant challenges and therapy to help support these girls' healing. Today Gina and Don are Behavioral Transformation Specialists where they help guide other families through similar struggles. They also share some of their insight on their podcast titled: The Invisible Wheelchair. Gina and Don recommend visiting iocdf.org to get helpful and accurate information about OCD and it's most helpful resources. #OCD #parenting #mentalhealth --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    “Asking for help is actually a sign of strength.”

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2021 50:33


    Trigger Warnings: Child Molestation Emotional Abuse unhealthy relationship with food suicidal thoughts paranoia Jackie suffered sexual trauma from a very young age from someone that was supposed to provide protection and support. This experience penetrated her future relationships and her relationship with food. Fortunately, Jackie was able to find healing and continues to make progress with herself in therapy, travel and spiritual practices. Today she has a healthy, loving relationship with her husband and is the CEO of Inspired Journey Consulting where she helps connect others to wellness and healing retreats around the world. Visit her website at inspiredjourneyconsulting.com ! #travel #sexualabusesurvivor #therapy #mentalhealth --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    “You have to do the things that make you feel better”

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2021 62:43


    Kristen, was in the middle of a meeting at work when she had her first panic attack. This was the beginning of her experience with debilitating migraines and panic attacks that left her afraid to leave her home. Today Kristen has found a way to manage her migraines and panic attacks and does not let them compromise her life. She has acquired her PhD in Education Policy and has her own business in consulting. Go and listen to her podcast: Graceful Rulebreakers and view her website: https://www.kirstenleehill.com/ #panicattacks #agoraphobia #education #Gracefulrulebreakers #mentalhealth --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    "There's no rules"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2021 78:54


    TW Depression and Suicidal thoughts . . . . . . . . After life knocked Lari down she fell into a heavy depression. Lari found herself paralyzed from her sadness and struggled with suicidal thoughts and reaching out to friends for support. Lari's perfectionism stopped her for a long time from moving forward and getting projects started. Today Lari has decided that “there's no rules” and if she wants to start something and complete something imperfectly that's okay. Lari shares her insights on managing her depressive symptoms, keeping her perfectionism in check and her solid support system's strategies for getting through. #depression #mentalhealth #mentalhealthpodcast #recovery --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    "Trauma is not a life sentence."

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2021 40:00


    TW Sexual Assault, Rape and Child Molestation Sandra Cooze, is a survivor of child molestation, sexual assault and rape. Sandra chose to heal from her trauma and found relief in practicing reiki, using crystals. Today Sandra is an intuitive trauma release and self empowerment coach where she helps others to begin their trauma healing. She is the author of: Journey to Your Self-How to Heal from Trauma: Written by Someone Who Did. Sandra's book, information on her practice and her facebook group can all be found on her website:  https://riseaboveyourstory.com/   --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Tuesday Tips# 1; Donna: School Psychologist

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2021 40:21


    In Peace with Pain's first Tuesday Tips Expert episode we welcome Donna, a school psychologist. Donna shares what it is like to be a school psychologist and what the role entails during the barriers of covid restrictions. Donna is kind enough to share tips with parents and teachers about managing the challenges of supporting students through various challenges. Finally, Donna shares tips for those who may be interested in becoming school psychologists themselves. Thank you Donna for being our first Tuesday Tips Expert! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    "Even tough guys get depressed."

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2021 80:28


    Dr. Donald "Skip" Mondragon is a physician and a twenty-six-year Army veteran. Skip spent thirty months in combat zones, and is a National Veterans Wrestling Champion. Towards the end of his army career Skip found himself in a fetal position under his desk overwhelmed with the depths of his depression. Skip eventually gained the courage to ask for help and through his recovery decided that he wanted to spread the message to his military community that “even tough guys get depressed.” Skip believes that his team of supports are what helped him get through this challenging stage of life and encourages all to not attack depression alone.  Skip continued to spread his message in his book  “Wrestling Depression is Not For Wimps!” You can find more about Skip on his website here: https://wrestlingisnotforwimps.com/ #depression #veteran   --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    "You can't fail your purpose."

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2021 48:46


    Mike Iamele woke up one day puking blood and incredibly ill. When he believed that he may not live he surrendered to his emotions and was able to express his love for his roommate. Prior to this Mike and his roommate (his now husband) had never been in a same sex relationship. Today after exploring nutrition and alternative medicine practices Mike is healthy and helping others map their vulnerabilities and pursue their purpose. Mike Authored "Enough Already Create Success on Your Own Terms" where he challenges his readers to take charge of their life and pursue success and happiness.  Enjoy listening to Mike's journey of healing and helping others as well as his beautiful and extraordinary proposal story.  Here is a link to his website: https://mikeiamele.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    "Today's another day let's get through it!"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2021 52:29


    Kim was going about her days when suddenly at 52 she had her first of what would be many seizures. After many tests she was diagnosed with a non-epileptic psychogenic seizure disorder. In this episode Kim shares how the seizures have prompted her to begin to deal with some of her demons from the past. While Kim's seizures have changed how Kim lives her life. She continues to find gratitude and joy in her growing family. Kim has embraced and accepted that she may deal with these seizures for some time and wants others to feel comfortable talking about this not well known challenge. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    "Why didn't you tell me how much it sucks?"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2020 52:45


    Trigger Warning: Postpartum depression and suicidal thoughts. Heather gave birth to her son just under two years ago. Before Heather became a mom she had no idea the struggles that she would face with the drastic changes that come with parenting. Unfortunately, Heather developed severe postpartum depression and at one point became suicidal. In this episode Heather explains how deep her depression went and how she overcame it. Today she is the host of her own podcast "Overcoming Together" and she opens up with others about the struggles of post partum depression and shares helpful mental health tips.  You can find her show on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Stitcher and Google podcast!  If you like the Peace with Pain Podcast please review us on Apple podcasts! Thanks so much :) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    "I grieve you pasta."

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2020 66:29


    Trigger warning: Eating Disorders Satina, grew up placing heavy standards on herself for her looks and weight. For Satina, being perfect meant that she was good enough. Satina developed an eating disorder very young and carried it through her adult life. Satina has found a way to begin her healing through the love that she feels from her husband and now for herself. Today Satina helps others as a therapist at her practice: Activate Counseling. If you are interested in Satina's counseling services please contact her at activatecounselingservices@gmail.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    "You can just show up and that makes the biggest difference."

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2020 103:43


    Trigger Warning: Domestic Violence, Eating Disorders, Self harm/Suicide, Substance Use, Sexual Assault, Kidnapping and Loss Emma has faced domestic violence, multiple sexual assaults, the loss of her father and was even kidnapped at one point. This resilient and inspiring human once dealt with her low self esteem by using substances, self harm and a poor relationship with food and with others. Today Emma is in a doctoral program and is a trauma specialist. She has a healthy relationship with her significant other and is helping others move through their journey. Prepare to be blown away at how far she has come and her insightful words. Thank you Emma! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    “The world will not end if I crap my pants on this plane.”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2020 67:53


    Sarah Segesdy, was constantly being told that she was anxious and that her Lyme Disease and Endometriosis symptoms were "all in her head." Hear Sarah's story of finally being heard by medical professionals and getting the help that she needed to heal her body. Unfortunately, Sarah's struggles contributed to the development of an eating disorder. Today she has found a healthier relationship with food and she shares her insights with others through her health and running coach business. You can contact her through her Instagram page @SarahSegesdy. #Endometriosis #lymedisease #eatingdisorderrecovery --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    "I wanna finish the race strong."

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2020 74:36


    Jodie never let her Cerebral Palsy stand in the way of her fulfilling the life she wanted to live. Early on Jodie began a pattern of not listening to the "naysayers" and instead turned to her faith. Jodie graduated college, worked full time helping others, lived independently and raised two children. 4 years ago Jodie unexpectedly lost her husband. While she is still managing some grief that comes with such a big loss she continues to strive to find joy and help others. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    "You can be your own mom"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2020 106:29


    Kendra, grew up a little faster than most after losing her Dad at the age of 8. Kendra was also home schooled and began college at 16. In this episode Kendra honestly shares her struggles with boundaries family, grief and what it is like being a nurse during covid. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    "Do I need socks in Florida?"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2020 56:53


    Meagan, lived an isolated life while she was actively addicted to alcohol and benzodiazepines. Meagan finally decided after 20 years that it was enough. Today she helps others who suffer from addiction and uses her experiences to help them succeed in their own recovery. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    "I would have never opened that door."

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2020 55:51


    Elizabeth's mother tragically lost her life in 2018 after she went missing in the smoky mountains. In this Episode Elizabeth shares about her grieving process as well as what it is like to be a youtuber and wedding photographer during the coronavirus pandemic. For those who are looking to connect with others who understand grief here is a link to online grief groups verywellmind.com/best-online-grief-support-groups-4842333 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    "That's life in there though" **Explicit content**

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2020 48:21


    Erik spent 13 years of his life in prison, 3 of which were in solitary confinement. In this episode Erik shares some of the atrocities he and his prisonmates experienced and how he has been able to adapt to life outside of prison. Anyone interested in helping those adapt to life outside of prison here is a resource I recently found: https://www.voa.org/correctional-re-entry-services --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    "We have a special kind of magic"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2020 62:07


    Robin suffers from Cystic Fibrosis. A serious, chronic lung disease. Hear Robin share how she struggled with accepting her need for treatment when she was younger and how she copes today. Here is a link to the CF foundation for more information and a link to a petition to get important healthcare resources for CF patients to Canada. https://www.cff.org/ Petition Save the lives of individuals with Cystic Fibrosis in Canada and fund the drugs that work! Change.org https://www.change.org/p/health-canada-save-the-lives-of-individuals-with-cystic-fibrosis-in-canada-and-fund-the-drugs-that-work-562d0b1f-1194-4e8e-9f82-d17ce38fae39 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    "It's alright to be in that place."

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2020 96:14


    Rob, an artistic, actor/director and friend suffers from bipolar disorder and ADHD. 4 years ago Rob was hit head on by a drunk driver and didn't know if he was going to walk again. Rob is still figuring out life, but does so with eloquent acceptance, creativity and humor. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    "Can I touch your hair?"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2020 87:35


    In this episode the interviewee, Alex, covers what it was like to complete graduate school as a brand new mom. Alex then shares how sign language was her first language and how she had to learn to speak while continuing to translate and advocate for her non hearing parents. Finally, Alex discusses her personal experiences with being a black woman in America today. From hair to experiences with police and finally, microaggressions. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    "You Make Your Cure"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2020 44:41


    In this episode Brittany interviews Sarah Sirard, a mental health therapist who has PTSD. Sarah tells her story of growing up in an abusive home, how she struggled with relationships and poor coping skills. More importantly she discusses what she did to overcome her symptoms and how she is thriving today. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    We Are Not Born Broken

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2020 43:03


    Luke Bradford Knowles thought his life was going to be spent inside lock down psychiatric hospitals. Hear his story about how he has been able to manage his symptoms and live a life that is filled with joy. He is the Author of the book "Despite" which you can find on Amazon.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Peace With Pain (Trailer)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2020 0:41


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