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A man suffers head trauma in a train crash, and upon regaining consciousness discovers that his wife is married to a different man, and that he was declared dead six years earlier – and he's also wanted for murder! Hear the tale in this Old Time Radio marathon's episode of Inner Sanctum with the story “Dead Man's Holiday!”Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version. https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateInfo on the next LIVE SCREAM event. https://weirddarkness.com/LiveScreamInfo on the next WATCH PARTY event. https://weirddarkness.com/TVCHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:02:00.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Prison of Glass” (September 16, 1975) ***WD00:46:46.919 = Mystery Is My Hobby, “Mystery of the Burning Light” (1945-1947) ***WD01:11:02.999 = Sherlock Holmes, “Great Gandolfo” (October 22, 1945)01:40:34.619 = Inner Sanctum, “Dead Man's Holiday” (June 19, 1945)02:11:03.769 = The Key, “Union Corruption” (1956)02:36:58.249 = Lights Out, “Execution” (April 15, 1939)03:06:44.019 = The LineUp, “The Senile Slugging Case” (February 08, 1951)03:36:50.299 = Macabre, “Edge of Evil” (January 08, 1962) ***WD04:07:29.789 = Philip Marlowe, “Easy Mark” (January 29, 1949)04:37:50.899 = Black Mass, “Death of Halpin Fraser” (May 20, 1964) ***WD05:08:57.270 = Show Close(ADU) = Air Date Unknown(LQ) = Low Quality***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing.Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.= = = = =CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0321

This podcast is a replay of our recent panel discussion on LGBTQ+ caregiver concerns, hosted by Sue Evans of Kensington Senior Living and AlzAuthors. Authors Laura Davis, Christopher MacLellan, Vincent Zappacosta, and Douglass Christensen joined Sue, Christy and I as we delved into the complexities of caregiving within the LGBTQ+ community. They shared personal stories, insightful advice, and meaningful discussions about their caregiving journeys, offering knowledge and support to others currently caring for a loved one. Empathy emerged as a recurring theme during the discussion. The group explored how understanding and compassion are foundational to a positive caregiving experience, especially in the face of stigmas surrounding dementia and LGBTQ+ identities. The panelists underscored the critical importance of legal documents such as power of attorney and healthcare proxies. These tools grant caregivers the authority needed to make vital decisions during emergencies. The LGBTQ+ community, in particular, benefits from these preparations to navigate potential biases and ensure their loved ones' wishes are honored. They emphasized that preparing documents and passwords in advance can prevent needless complications, resonating with caregivers who might find themselves thrust into unexpected situations. The episode illuminated unique challenges faced by LGBTQ+ caregivers. Issues such as isolation and the need to select healthcare providers comfortable with their orientation were discussed candidly. Positive experiences in inclusive areas like California and New York City contrasted with occasional instances of discrimination, as shared by Vincent and Douglas when they faced resistance in having Douglass recognized as family. Legal tools and personal anecdotes underscored the power of preparedness in overcoming personal bigotry and ensuring smooth caregiving and end-of-life processes. The insights from this episode of the AlzAuthors podcast offer hope and guidance for caregivers, especially those navigating the additional layers of complexity tied to LGBTQ+ identities. About the Authors Laura Davis, The Burning Light of Two Stars Christopher MacLellan, What's the Deal with Caregiving? Vincent Zappacosta and Douglass Christensen, Dementia-Mama-Drama About the Moderators Marianne Sciucco, Blue Hydrangeas, an Alzheimer's love story Christy Byrne Yates, Building a Legacy of Love: Thriving in the Sandwich Generation Kensington Senior Living About the Podcast AlzAuthors is the global community of authors writing about Alzheimer's and dementia from personal experience to light the way for others. Our podcast introduces you to our authors who share their stories and insights to provide knowledge, comfort, and support. Please subscribe so you don't miss a word. If our authors' stories move you, please leave a review. And don't forget to share our podcast with family and friends on their own dementia journeys. We are a 501(c)(3) charitable organization totally reliant on donations to do what we do. Your generosity will help cover our many operating costs, which include website hosting and maintenance fees, service charges to keep things running smoothly, and marketing expenses to promote our authors, expand our content, improve our reach, and more. Our ongoing work supports our mission to lift the silence and stigma of Alzheimer's and other dementias. To sustain our efforts please donate here. Ideas and opinions expressed in this podcast belong to the speakers and not AlzAuthors. Always consult your healthcare provider and legal and financial consultants for advice on any of the topics covered here. Thanks for listening. We are a Whole Care Network Featured Podcast Proud to be on The Health Podcast Network Find us on The World Podcast Network and babyboomer.org Want to be on the podcast? Here's what you need to know We've got merch! Shop our Store Purchase our new anthology, Poetry for the Dementia Journey

This podcast is a replay of our recent panel discussion on LGBTQ+ caregiver concerns, hosted by Sue Evans of Kensington Senior Living and AlzAuthors. Authors Laura Davis, Christopher MacLellan, Vincent Zappacosta, and Douglass Christensen joined Sue, Christy and I as we delved into the complexities of caregiving within the LGBTQ+ community. They shared personal stories, insightful advice, and meaningful discussions about their caregiving journeys, offering knowledge and support to others currently caring for a loved one. Empathy emerged as a recurring theme during the discussion. The group explored how understanding and compassion are foundational to a positive caregiving experience, especially in the face of stigmas surrounding dementia and LGBTQ+ identities. The panelists underscored the critical importance of legal documents such as power of attorney and healthcare proxies. These tools grant caregivers the authority needed to make vital decisions during emergencies. The LGBTQ+ community, in particular, benefits from these preparations to navigate potential biases and ensure their loved ones' wishes are honored. They emphasized that preparing documents and passwords in advance can prevent needless complications, resonating with caregivers who might find themselves thrust into unexpected situations. The episode illuminated unique challenges faced by LGBTQ+ caregivers. Issues such as isolation and the need to select healthcare providers comfortable with their orientation were discussed candidly. Positive experiences in inclusive areas like California and New York City contrasted with occasional instances of discrimination, as shared by Vincent and Douglas when they faced resistance in having Douglass recognized as family. Legal tools and personal anecdotes underscored the power of preparedness in overcoming personal bigotry and ensuring smooth caregiving and end-of-life processes. The insights from this episode of the AlzAuthors podcast offer hope and guidance for caregivers, especially those navigating the additional layers of complexity tied to LGBTQ+ identities. About the Authors Laura Davis, The Burning Light of Two Stars Christopher MacLellan, What's the Deal with Caregiving? Vincent Zappacosta and Douglass Christensen, Dementia-Mama-Drama About the Moderators Marianne Sciucco, Blue Hydrangeas, an Alzheimer's love story Christy Byrne Yates, Building a Legacy of Love: Thriving in the Sandwich Generation Kensington Senior Living About the Podcast AlzAuthors is the global community of authors writing about Alzheimer's and dementia from personal experience to light the way for others. Our podcast introduces you to our authors who share their stories and insights to provide knowledge, comfort, and support. Please subscribe so you don't miss a word. If our authors' stories move you, please leave a review. And don't forget to share our podcast with family and friends on their own dementia journeys. We are a 501(c)(3) charitable organization totally reliant on donations to do what we do. Your generosity will help cover our many operating costs, which include website hosting and maintenance fees, service charges to keep things running smoothly, and marketing expenses to promote our authors, expand our content, improve our reach, and more. Our ongoing work supports our mission to lift the silence and stigma of Alzheimer's and other dementias. To sustain our efforts please donate here. Ideas and opinions expressed in this podcast belong to the speakers and not AlzAuthors. Always consult your healthcare provider and legal and financial consultants for advice on any of the topics covered here. Thanks for listening. We are a Whole Care Network Featured Podcast Proud to be on The Health Podcast Network Find us on The World Podcast Network and babyboomer.org Want to be on the podcast? Here's what you need to know We've got merch! Shop our Store Purchase our new anthology, Poetry for the Dementia Journey

There's a lightbulb that's been burning for a whopping 120 years straight, like, non-stop! They call it the "Eternal Light" because, seriously, it just won't quit. Started shining back in 1901 in a firehouse in California and, man, it's still going strong. Folks are scratching their heads, wondering how on earth it's managed to keep the party going for so darn long. It's like the Energizer Bunny of lightbulbs—just keeps on glowing! What is its secret: could it be the material that makes it never-ending? #brightside Credit: Xenon short arc: Atlant, CC BY 2.5 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..., https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi... Animation is created by Bright Side. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Music by Epidemic Sound https://www.epidemicsound.com Check our Bright Side podcast on Spotify and leave a positive review! https://open.spotify.com/show/0hUkPxD... Subscribe to Bright Side: https://goo.gl/rQTJZz ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our Social Media: Facebook:   / brightside   Instagram:   / brightside.official   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brightside.of... Stock materials (photos, footages and other): https://www.depositphotos.com https://www.shutterstock.com https://www.eastnews.ru ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For more videos and articles visit: http://www.brightside.me Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this episode, Kristen talks with author Laura Davis about her latest memoir "The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story," delving into the journey of healing and reconciling the mother-daughter relationship. The conversation highlights the profound insights gained from navigating a challenging family dynamic. www.lauradavis.net   Subscribe and get a free 5-day journal at www.kristendboice.com to begin closing the chapter on what doesn't serve you and open the door to the real you. This information is being provided to you for educational and informational purposes only. It is being provided to you to educate you about ideas on stress management and as a self-help tool for your own use. It is not psychotherapy/counseling in any form. This information is to be used at your own risk based on your own judgment.  For my full Disclaimer please go to www.kristendboice.com. For counseling services near Indianapolis, IN, visit www.pathwaystohealingcounseling.com. Pathways to Healing Counseling's vision is to provide warm, caring, compassionate and life-changing counseling services and educational programs to individuals, couples and families in order to create learning, healing and growth.

Writing a memoir is so much more than writing down memories–it's shedding layers of stories we've told ourselves for years, seeing ourselves in unflattering lights, opening up to compassion, and exposing our underbelly. And it's powerful medicine. In this episode, we talk with Laura Davis about the story behind her memoir, The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story. In her blunt, brave way, Davis tells the complicated story of how deep wounds exposed an even deeper love–and what it took to get to that place.Laura Davis is also the author of The Courage to Heal, and four other groundbreaking books. In addition to writing books that inspire, the work of Laura's heart is to teach. For more than twenty years, she's helped people find their voices, tell their stories, and hone their craft. Laura has been published in Publisher's Weekly, Writer's Digest, CrimeReads, Brevity, and The New York Times, featured in Los Angeles Review of Books, and on QWERTY, Write-Minded, The Only One in the Room, and dozens of other podcasts. She's a featured speaker for The National Association of Memoir Writers and a popular craft teacher at The San Miguel Writer's Conference. Laura is teaching a special series of online summer pop-up classes this summer and will be leading her signature Writing as a Pathway Through Grief retreat in August. Next spring, she'll be taking a group to Bali for an in-depth dive into Balinese spirituality and healing practices. You can learn about Laura's retreats, workshops, and classes, and read the first five chapters of her memoir at www.lauradavis.net.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit emergingform.substack.com/subscribe

Hello friends! We are back with a very special episode! This week we welcome Laura Davis. Laura the author of seven non-fiction books, including The Courage to Heal, Becoming the Parent You Want to Be, and I Thought We'd Never Speak Again. Her groundbreaking books have been translated into 11 languages and have sold more than 1.8 million copies. In her new book, The Burning Light of Two Star, Laura examines the endurance of mother-daughter love, how memory protects and betrays us, and the determination it takes to fulfill a promise when ghosts from the past come knocking. Laura teaches writing online, in person, and in domestic and international retreats, and you can find information on how to be a part of these on her website, www.lauradavis.netLaura is a beautiful writer who has helped so many people with her work, and it was an absolute honor to have her on our show! Thank you Laura  Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Processing by becoming a member!Processing is Powered by Simplecast.

Laura has profoundly changed how I see myself and my relationship with my Mother. Her insight into relationships, love, and storytelling is groundbreaking. She gives people the language to help them process pain and move forward. I'm so pleased to have such a trailblazer and impactful person within hope and healing. I hope her insights guide you on where and how you want to share your story. Laura Davis is the author of The Burning Light of Two Stars, The Courage to Heal, and four other groundbreaking books. In addition to writing books that inspire, the work of Laura's heart is to teach. For over twenty years, she's helped people find their voices, tell their stories, and hone their craft. Laura has been published in Publisher's Weekly, Writer's Digest, CrimeReads, Brevity, and The New York Times, featured in Los Angeles Review of Books, and on QWERTY, Write-Minded, The Only One in the Room, and dozens of other podcasts. She's a featured speaker for The National Association of Memoir Writers and a popular craft teacher at The San Miguel Writer's Conference. She leads an annual retreat on Writing as a Pathway Through Grief this August and will take a lucky group of writers to Tuscany in May, and you can join her. Learn about her workshops and read the first five chapters of her memoir at https://lauradavis.net/Visit my website: https://thehello.llc/THERESACARPENTERRead my writings on my blog: https://www.theresatapestries.com/Listen to other episodes on my podcast: https://storiesofservice.buzzsprout.com

Frieda Belinfante en Willem Arondeus pleegden samen met anderen in 1943 een aanslag op het bevolkingsregister in Amsterdam. Hun namen zijn onbekend bij velen. Stephen Fry maakte een documentaire over de twee. Wim is 70 en woont tegenwoordig in Zwolle. Hij werd geboren en groeide op in Dedemsvaart waar hij jaren werkte bij de bank. Dat hij homo is, wist hij al jaren maar deed nooit wat met die gevoelens tot hij zijn huidige man leerde kennen. Eurovisie Songfestivalkenner Barry van Cornewal schetst de kansen van het lied Burning Light waarmee Dion Cooper en Mia Nicolai Nederland gaan vertegenwoordigen op het Eurovisie Songfestival.

Maybe you've had a personal experience that affected you profoundly, and you want to write about it—both for your own benefit and to help readers with your insights—but you're worried about upsetting the other people in your story, especially family members. How do you tackle it? Do you need their permission? Should you change their names, or maybe change your own name and write under a pseudonym? What happens if they disown you or try to sue you? Laura Davis has been grappling with this issue and using material from her own life in her books for more than forty years. And last year, she took it to a new level with the publication of The Burning Light of Two Stars, a deeply personal award-winning memoir about her fraught relationship with her mother. Laura is also the author of the international million-copy bestseller, The Courage to Heal, as well as four other groundbreaking books. In addition to writing, Laura is passionate about teaching others how to find their voices, tell their stories, and hone their craft, which she does through workshops, classes, and retreats. In this episode, you'll learn:How to navigate the delicate balance between telling your truth and honoring the other people in your story.How to dig deep into your memories to tell a story that is helpful and moving for the reader.How to prioritize the practice of writing so that your book actually gets done.Several clever writing prompts that are sure to help you break through writer's block.Practical marketing advice from an established author.For more, check out:lauradavis.netlauradavis.net/chaptersmaggielangrick.comwonderwell.pressAnd follow:instagram.com/laurasaridavisinstagram.com/maggielangrickinstagram.com/wonderwellpressinstagram.com/selfishgiftpodcast

Celebrated author and memoir teacher Laura Davis joins Let'sTalk Memoir for a special holiday episode for a conversation about writing her memoir The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story and how she reconciled with the mother who betrayed her and came to care for her in her final days. In this episode Laura also shares her tips for writing about traumatic experiences, where the boundaries are when writing about family experiences, and what all memoir writing needs.     Laura Davis is the author of The Burning Light of Two Stars, the riveting memoir about her tumultuous yet loving relationship with her mother, and six other non-fiction books, including The Courage to Heal, Allies in Healing, I Thought We‘d Never Speak Again, and Becoming the Parent You Want to Be. Her groundbreaking books have been translated into 11 languages and sold 1.8 million copies. In addition to writing books that inspire and change people's lives, the work of Laura's heart is to teach. For more than twenty years, she's helped people find their voices, tell their stories, and hone their craft. Laura loves creating supportive, intimate writing communities online, in person, and internationally. You can learn about Laura's books and workshops, read the first five chapters of her memoir, and receive a free ebook: Writing Through Courage: A 30-Day Practice at www.lauradavis.net.    For Let's Talk Memoir Listeners, you can also read the opening chapters for free here: http://www.lauradavis.net/chapters Direct links to buy The Burning Light of Two Stars: Audiobook version of The Burning Light of Two Stars (Laura is the narrator): On Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Burning-Light-of-Two-Stars-Audiobook/B09G8WJQP7 And on Libro.fm for independent stores: https://libro.fm/audiobooks/9781950144471   Independent Bookstores: Get Signed Copies Through Bookshop Santa Cruz: https://www.bookshopsantacruz.com/burning-light-two-stars-get-it-signed Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/books/the-burning-light-of-two-stars-a-mother-daughter-story-9781954854161/9781954854161 Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1954854161 Want to Order Internationally with Free Worldwide Delivery?  https://www.bookdepository.com/The-Burning-Light-of-Two-Stars-Laura-Davis/9781954854161   Attention Writers: If you're a writer or want to use writing as a tool for healing or self-discovery, you can learn about Laura's online writing workshops and in-person domestic and international retreats here: www.lauradavis.net  And if you want to go on a magical creative vacation to Tuscany with Laura in June of 2022, check out some serious eye candy here!   Connect with Laura Davis: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewritersjourney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurasaridavis/ -- Ronit is a teacher and speaker whose essays, creative nonfiction, and fiction have been featured in The Atlantic, The Rumpus, The New York Times, The Iowa Review, The Washington Post, Writer's Digest, American Literary Review, and elsewhere. Her memoir WHEN SHE COMES BACK about the loss of her mother to the guru Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh and their eventual reconciliation was named a 2021 Best True Crime Book by Book Riot and was a Finalist in the National Indie Excellence Awards, the Housatonic Book Awards, and the Book of the Year Awards. Her short story collection HOME IS A MADE-UP PLACE won Hidden River Arts' 2020 Eludia Award and will be published in 2023. She is creative nonfiction editor at The Citron Review and lives in Seattle with her family where she is working on her next book.   More about Ronit: https://ronitplank.com   More about WHEN SHE COMES BACK, a memoir: https://ronitplank.com/book/   Connect with Ronit: https://www.instagram.com/ronitplank/ https://twitter.com/RonitPlank https://www.facebook.com/RonitPlank   Background photo: Canva Headshot photo credit: Sarah Anne Photography Theme music: Isaac Joel, Dead Moll's Fingers  

Laura Davis is the author of “The Burning Light of Two Stars,” “TheCourage to Heal,” and four other groundbreaking books. For morethan 20 years she has helped people find their voices, tell theirstories, and hone their craft. She also is a lot of fun to talk to!

Join me today as I speak with Laura Davis, an award-winning Author of 7 Non-Fiction books that have sold 1.8 million copies. She talks about her lastest book and memoir-"The Burning Light of Two Stars" about her difficult lifelong relationship with her mother and how she reconciled before her death. She is a teacher, mentor, healer and talented writer, you don't want to miss this one!

Laura Davis and her mother had a troubled relationship that began in her teenage years. It seems Laura did not live up to her mother's expectations. They were often at war with each other and grew estranged over decades, finally coming to some sort of functional truce after Laura became a mother herself. When her mother was in her eighties and showing signs of cognitive decline, she surprised Laura by moving cross-country from her home in New Jersey to live near Laura and her family in California. Laura's memoir, The Burning Light of Two Stars, tells her dramatic story of becoming caregiver to her mother who had betrayed her in the past. Her inspiring book is not only raw and honest but filled with compassion and forgiveness. Laura is also the author of six other non-fiction books, including The Courage to Heal, Allies in Healing, I Thought We‘d Never Speak Again, and Becoming the Parent You Want to Be. Her groundbreaking books have been translated into 11 languages and sold 1.8 million copies. In addition to writing books that inspire, the work of Laura's heart is to teach. For more than twenty years, she's helped people find their voices, tell their stories, and hone their craft. Laura loves creating supportive, intimate writing communities online, in person, and internationally. You can learn about Laura's books and workshops, read the first five chapters of her memoir, and receive a free e-book: Writing Through Courage: A 30-Day Practice at www.lauradavis.net In this episode, we discuss mending broken relationships, caregiving for a loved one with dementia who has caused you great pain, and the healing power of writing. After the podcast Read Laura's AlzAuthors post: Laura Davis Shares How She and Her Mother Recovered from an Embattled Relationship Start reading The Burning Light of Two Stars now. Buy on Amazon. Note: We are an Amazon Associate and may receive a small commission from book sales. On Audible:  https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Burning-Light-of-Two-Stars-Audiobook/B09G8WJQP7 And on Libro.fm for independent stores: https://libro.fm/audiobooks/9781950144471  Independent Bookstores: Get Signed Copies Through Bookshop Santa Cruz: https://www.bookshopsantacruz.com/burning-light-two-stars-get-it-signed) Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/books/the-burning-light-of-two-stars-a-mother-daughter-story-9781954854161/9781954854161 Laura recommends: Moving a Parent with Memory Loss by Laurie White and Beth Spencer Connect with Laura Davis Website Facebook @LauraDavis&TheWritersJourney Instagram @laurasaridavis *** About the Podcast Our podcast brings you up close and personal with authors who share their dementia journeys. Please subscribe so you don't miss a word. If our authors' stories move you, please leave a review. And don't forget to share our podcast with family and friends in need of knowledge, comfort, and support on their own dementia journeys. AlzAuthors is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization totally reliant on donations to do what we do. Your generosity will help cover our many operating costs, which include website hosting and maintenance fees, service charges to keep things running smoothly, and marketing expenses to promote our authors, expand our content, improve our reach, and more. Our ongoing work supports our mission to lift the silence and stigma of Alzheimer's and other dementias. To sustain our efforts please donate here. We are a WCN Featured Podcast Proud to be on The Health Podcast Network Want to be on the podcast? Here's what you need to know. Thanks for listening. AlzAuthors.com Shop our Store

Laura Davis and her mother had a troubled relationship that began in her teenage years. It seems Laura did not live up to her mother's expectations. They were often at war with each other and grew estranged over decades, finally coming to some sort of functional truce after Laura became a mother herself. When her mother was in her eighties and showing signs of cognitive decline, she surprised Laura by moving cross-country from her home in New Jersey to live near Laura and her family in California. Laura's memoir, The Burning Light of Two Stars, tells her dramatic story of becoming caregiver to her mother who had betrayed her in the past. Her inspiring book is not only raw and honest but filled with compassion and forgiveness. Laura is also the author of six other non-fiction books, including The Courage to Heal, Allies in Healing, I Thought We‘d Never Speak Again, and Becoming the Parent You Want to Be. Her groundbreaking books have been translated into 11 languages and sold 1.8 million copies. In addition to writing books that inspire, the work of Laura's heart is to teach. For more than twenty years, she's helped people find their voices, tell their stories, and hone their craft. Laura loves creating supportive, intimate writing communities online, in person, and internationally. You can learn about Laura's books and workshops, read the first five chapters of her memoir, and receive a free e-book: Writing Through Courage: A 30-Day Practice at www.lauradavis.net In this episode, we discuss mending broken relationships, caregiving for a loved one with dementia who has caused you great pain, and the healing power of writing. After the podcast Read Laura's AlzAuthors post: Laura Davis Shares How She and Her Mother Recovered from an Embattled Relationship Start reading The Burning Light of Two Stars now. Buy on Amazon. Note: We are an Amazon Associate and may receive a small commission from book sales. On Audible:  https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Burning-Light-of-Two-Stars-Audiobook/B09G8WJQP7 And on Libro.fm for independent stores: https://libro.fm/audiobooks/9781950144471  Independent Bookstores: Get Signed Copies Through Bookshop Santa Cruz: https://www.bookshopsantacruz.com/burning-light-two-stars-get-it-signed) Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/books/the-burning-light-of-two-stars-a-mother-daughter-story-9781954854161/9781954854161 Laura recommends: Moving a Parent with Memory Loss by Laurie White and Beth Spencer Connect with Laura Davis Website Facebook @LauraDavis&TheWritersJourney Instagram @laurasaridavis *** About the Podcast Our podcast brings you up close and personal with authors who share their dementia journeys. Please subscribe so you don't miss a word. If our authors' stories move you, please leave a review. And don't forget to share our podcast with family and friends in need of knowledge, comfort, and support on their own dementia journeys. AlzAuthors is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization totally reliant on donations to do what we do. Your generosity will help cover our many operating costs, which include website hosting and maintenance fees, service charges to keep things running smoothly, and marketing expenses to promote our authors, expand our content, improve our reach, and more. Our ongoing work supports our mission to lift the silence and stigma of Alzheimer's and other dementias. To sustain our efforts please donate here. We are a WCN Featured Podcast Proud to be on The Health Podcast Network Want to be on the podcast? Here's what you need to know. Thanks for listening. AlzAuthors.com Shop our Store

#howtowriteabook  #sexualabuse #healingLaura Davis is the author of The Burning Light of Two Stars, the story of her loving yet tumultuous relationship with her mother, and six other non-fiction books, including The Courage to Heal, Allies in Healing, I Thought We‘d Never Speak Again, and Becoming the Parent You Want to Be. Her groundbreaking books have been translated into 11 languages and sold 1.8 million copies. In addition to writing books that inspire and change people's lives, the work of Laura's heart is to teach. For more than twenty years, she's helped people find their voices, tell their stories, and hone their craft. Laura loves creating supportive, intimate writing communities online, in person, and internationally. You can learn about Laura's books, workshops, read the first five chapters of her new memoir and all of her upcoming writer's retreats,  from her website www.lauradavis.net. Some key points from our interview:•How she believes we can be stronger at the broken places of our lives•How her supressed memories of her abuse reappeared 25 years later•How her mother didn't believe her when she told her about the abuse she experienced from her grandfather, and it caused an estrangement between them•How she was able to care for her mother in her later life, even though she felt she had betrayed her•How she never got the apology she wished for from her•How she recognised they had a great bond and chose to reconcile with her•How she feels she has an active relationship with her mother since she's died and focuses on all the positive things, she gave her rather than the challenging ones"Unbroken: Healing Through Storytelling" features  individuals who have all triumphed after adversity and have not just bounced back in life, but forward and are now making a difference for others.Hosted by Madeleine Black, the show will share stories of all the amazing people Madeleine has met on her own journey as an author/speaker and these stories will heal, motivate, inspire and bring hope when they share their wisdom and knowledge with her.She really believes in the power that comes when we share our stories, that in fact we are not story tellers but story healers. Tune in to discover what helped them to stay unbroken and together we will discover that none of us are broken beyond repair.You can find out more about Madeleine, her story and her memoir, Unbroken,  from her website: https://madeleineblack.co.uk/You can listen to the full extended series of incredible stories on https://podfollow.com/unbroken-healing-through-storytelling

In this episode I had the absolute joy of speaking with author Laura Davis, about her latest book, The Burning Light of Two Stars. We also spoke about:The hardest decision to make when writing a book.Laura's publishing journey – traditional and hybrid publishing.How to deal with difficult emotions when writing a memoir.What to do about that pesky inner critic!What it's like to create an audiobook.+ SO MUCH MORE! Connect with Laura and her work at lauradavis.net.Connect:FB: The Unlocked Creative CommunityW: theunlockedcreative.comIG: @unlocked_creative

Our guest today is best-selling author and writing teacher Laura Davis. In her 30+ year career as an author, Laura has written seven non-fiction books that have changed peoples' lives. The Courage to Heal paved the way for hundreds of thousands to heal from the trauma of sexual abuse. Becoming the Parent You Want to Be helps parents develop a vision for the families they want to create. And I Thought We'd Never Speak Again: The Road from Estrangement to Reconciliation teaches the skills of reconciliation and peace building to the world, one relationship at a time. In this episode we discuss her new memoir, The Burning Light of Two Stars, winner of the BookLife prize for best memoir of 2021, which tells the story of Laura's dramatic and tumultuous relationship with her mother from the time of Laura's birth until her mother's death.  During our conversation, Laura shares about her own healing journey and her most common tool, writing. She share about how she has used writing to help her navigate and process the healing journey and how she helps others do the same through online classes and international retreats. Read the opening chapters for free: http://www.lauradavis.net/chapters Direct links to buy The Burning Light of Two Stars: On Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Burning-Light-of-Two-Stars-Audiobook/B09G8WJQP7 On Libro.fm for independent stores: https://libro.fm/audiobooks/9781950144471 Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1954854161amzn.com/B08XZMFH46 Website: www.lauradavis.net IG: @laurasaridavis FB: @thewritersjourney Let's connect… Website: www.brinnlangdale.com/podcast IG: @brinn_langdale Join My Email List: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62ac9620849e4b4fbbbea336 Music: Wings by Nicolai Heidlas https://www.hooksounds.com/ Promoted by MrSnooze https://youtu.be/kUZTWj2Lxo0 Creative Commons — CC BY 4.0 https://goo.gl/9ezBZw

In 1988 Laura Davis coauthored The Courage to Heal, a global phenomenon. It is the go-to, permission giving, truth telling, and healing guide for victims of sexual abuse.  Her most recent book, The Burning Light of Two stars: A Mother Daughter Story is a prequel and a sequel to The Courage to Heal. It chronicles the estrangement, reconciliation and care-giving relationship between Laura and her mother. And it is about so much more.   The Burning Light of Two Stars is plot twist after plot twist, as Laura and her mother evolve, change, stay the same, and rediscover each other over and over. It's a story of forgiveness, accountability, letting go and holding on.  We couldn't put it down.  Laura Davis is a deep thinking, soul touching writer and person. She chronicles the ongoingness of life beyond trauma. Her understanding and wonderment about herself and others touched and inspired us. Please Listen. “The price I paid to keep my mother out, at first with withdrawal, later with an armed fortress, and finally, with the polite rules of détente, was love. The pure, unfettered love I longed for. The pure, unfettered love she craved.”   For TTP Listeners from Laura Davis: You can also read the opening 5 chapters here   Direct links to buy The Burning Light of Two Stars: Buy The Burning Light of Two Stars on Amazon Buy The Burning Light of Two Stars from Elliott Bay Books Get a signed copy of The Burning Light of Two Stars from Bookshop Santa Cruz Buy The Burning Light of Two Stars from Bookshop.org   Audiobook version of The Burning Light of Two Stars (Laura is the narrator): Buy the audiobook of The Burning Light of Two Stars on Audible Buy The Burning Light of Two Stars audiobook on Libro.fm     Want to Order Internationally with Free Worldwide Delivery? Buy The Burning Light of Two Stars from book depository.com   If you're a writer or want to use writing as a tool for healing or self-discovery, you can learn about Laura's online writing workshops and in-person domestic and international retreats at www.lauradavis.net   Social media links: thewritersjourney on Facebook @laurasaridavis on Instagram Twitter (which I don't use so much) @laurasaridavis @laurasaridavis on Pinterest

It was a Simple Twist of Fate that Turn Turn turned the China Cat into a Sunflower. See, we were singing the Ballad of Easy Rider and digging those Country Comforts. But when we'd gone about a Country Mile, the Father of Night, aka Mr. Spaceman, says to us, I Want You to take a little Space Oddity. As Your Mind Flies By, you'll be Nothing But a Burning Light, Eight Miles High.

Laura Davis came to fame and acclaim in the late 1980s after the publication of her book: “The Courage to Heal: A Guide for Women Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse” in which she shared her own experience of sexual abuse by her grandfather. An ordeal which left her feeling broken, damaged and incapable of loving & freely receiving love as well. But she dared to heal her pain and to ‘return to her body', from which she had long dissociated as a result of the trauma she lived through. In our conversation we discuss her healing journey, what adversity taught her and what type of forgiveness is essential in cases of abuse. We also discuss her relationship with her mother, who long refused to believe Laura's truth and with whom the decision to go public with her grandfather's incest with the publication of “The Courage to Heal”  further deepened their estrangement. This is the subject of Laura's beautiful and captivating memoir “The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story” and I think in this podcast and far beyond, Laura has many words of wisdom to share about reconciling relationships, how to overcome adversity and how to live a joyful and happy life. You can connect with myself and Laura on the links below: Shannon's instagramShannon's websiteShannon's tiktokLaura's website Laura's facebook Laura's instagram Music by: Flood (Instrumental) by RYYZN https://soundcloud.com/ryyznCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0

THE DOOMED & STONED SHOW ~Season 8, Episode 17~ This week, Bucky Brown is back from Ripple Effect to discuss the May edition of the Doom Charts. Don't worry, we plan on reviewing the June edition (just published) this month, too! Meanwhile, episode 17 will definitely call you, featuring brand new music from Wo Fat, Black Lung, Wucan, and tons more in this nearly 3-hour broadcast! Become a patron and get access to the show early, download in crystal clear HD audio, and get access to the past 7 season of the show: https://patreon.com/doomedandstoned. PLAYLIST: INTRO (00:00) 1. Red Sun Atacama - "Echoes" (00:31) HOST SEGMENT I (06:32) 2. Rumours - "The Impetuous Glory of Terror" (16:06) 3. Womack - "Back on the Hooch" (20:32) 4. Wucan - "Far and Beyond" (25:06) HOST SEGMENT II (31:24) 5. Electric Mountain - "Outlanders" (41:39) 6. Birdstone - "Madness" (45:32) 7. Church of the Cosmic Skull - "Now's the Time" (49:58) HOST SEGMENT III (54:32) 8. Blue Heron - "Push the Sky" (1:04:01) 9. Gnome - "Wenceslas" (1:08:40) 10. Perth - "Dwarvanaught" (1:11:50) HOST SEGMENT IV (1:16:19) 11. Geezer - "Logan's Run" (1:29:31) 12. Cave In - "Heavy Pendulum" (1:34:24) 13. Black Lung - "Hollow Dreams" (1:39:34) HOST SEGMENT V (1:45:55) 14. Ecstatic Vision - "Elusive Mojo" (2:23:01) 15. Gypsybyrd - "The Fog" (2:29:12) 16. Besvarjelsen - "House of the Burning Light" (2:32:33) 17. Wo Fat - "The Unraveling" (2:38:01) OUTRO (2:45:44) 18. Terror Cosmico [BONUS] - "Alguien Vendr Desde el Fondo del Mar" (2:46:45) CREDITS: Theme Song: Dylan Tucker Incidental Music: Hellvetika (https://akitevlleh.bandcamp.com/) Thumbnail: Electric Mountain

Laura Davis is the author of The Burning Light of Two Stars, The Courage to Heal, and four other groundbreaking books. In addition to writing books that inspire, the work of Laura's heart is to teach. For more than twenty years, she's helped people find their voices, tell their stories, and hone their craft. In this intimate and insightful interview, Laura talks about her road to reconciliation with her mother after many years of conflict and instability stemming from the sexual abuse Laura suffered as a child at the hands of her grandfather. Survivors of abuse who've had loved ones who did not believe them will connect with many of the challenges Laura faced in her life. This inspiring and heartfelt conversation delves into other topics such as forgiveness, intimacy, and dissociation. We hope you enjoy. To learn about Laura's writing workshops and retreats: https://www.lauradavis.net You can also read the opening chapters of The Burning Light of Two Stars for free here: http://www.lauradavis.net/chapters Direct links to buy The Burning Light of Two Stars: Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1954854161amzn.com/B08XZMFH46 Get Signed Copies Through Bookshop Santa Cruz: https://www.bookshopsantacruz.com/burning-light-two-stars-get-it-signed Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/books/the-burning-light-of-two-stars-a-mother-daughter-story-9781954854161/9781954854161 Audiobook version (Laura is the narrator): On Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Burning-Light-of-Two-Stars-Audiobook/B09G8WJQP7 And on Libro.fm for independent stores: https://libro.fm/audiobooks/9781950144471 Social media links: FB: @thewritersjourney IG: @laurasaridavis Wade Robson Instagram https://www.instagram.com/waderobsoncreations/ James Safechuck Instagram https://www.instagram.com/james.safechuck/

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Laura Davis joins Let's Talk Memoir for a conversation about creating tension, writing for ourselves versus an audience, moving from the personal to the universal, trusting your reader, and the gift of self-discovery on the page. Also in this episode: -self-care when writing about trauma -using correspondence in manuscripts -the power of beta readers Memoirs mentioned in this episode:  Expecting Adam by Martha Beck Half the House by Richard Hoffman I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls    Laura Davis is the author of The Burning Light of Two Stars, the riveting memoir about her tumultuous yet loving relationship with her mother, and six other non-fiction books, including The Courage to Heal, Allies in Healing, I Thought We‘d Never Speak Again, and Becoming the Parent You Want to Be. Her groundbreaking books have been translated into 11 languages and sold 1.8 million copies. In addition to writing books that inspire and change people's lives, the work of Laura's heart is to teach. For more than twenty years, she's helped people find their voices, tell their stories, and hone their craft. Laura loves creating supportive, intimate writing communities online, in person, and internationally. You can learn about Laura's books and workshops, read the first five chapters of her memoir, and receive a free ebook: Writing Through Courage: A 30-Day Practice at www.lauradavis.net.    For Let's Talk Memoir Listeners: You can also read the opening chapters for free here: http://www.lauradavis.net/chapters   Direct links to buy The Burning Light of Two Stars: Audiobook version of The Burning Light of Two Stars (Laura is the narrator): On Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Burning-Light-of-Two-Stars-Audiobook/B09G8WJQP7 And on Libro.fm for independent stores: https://libro.fm/audiobooks/9781950144471   Independent Bookstores: Get Signed Copies Through Bookshop Santa Cruz:  https://www.bookshopsantacruz.com/burning-light-two-stars-get-it-signed)   Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/books/the-burning-light-of-two-stars-a-mother-daughter-story-9781954854161/9781954854161   Amazon:   https://www.amazon.com/dp/1954854161 amzn.com/B08XZMFH46   Want to Order Internationally with Free Worldwide Delivery?  https://www.bookdepository.com/The-Burning-Light-of-Two-Stars-Laura-Davis/9781954854161   Attention Writers: If you're a writer or want to use writing as a tool for healing or self-discovery, you can learn about Laura's online writing workshops and in-person domestic and international retreats here: www.lauradavis.net  And if you want to go on a magical creative vacation to Tuscany with Laura in June of 2022, check out some serious eye candy here!   Social media links: FB: https://www.facebook.com/thewritersjourney IG: https://www.instagram.com/laurasaridavis Twitter: https://twitter.com/laurasaridavis Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/laurasaridavis/ -- Ronit's essays and fiction have been featured in The Atlantic, The Rumpus, The New York Times, The Iowa Review, The Washington Post, Writer's Digest, American Literary Review, and elsewhere. Her memoir WHEN SHE COMES BACK about the loss of her mother to the guru Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh and their eventual reconciliation was named Finalist in both the 2021 Best Book Awards and the 2021 Book of the Year Award and a 2021 Best True Crime Book by Book Riot. Her short story collection HOME IS A MADE-UP PLACE won Hidden River Arts' 2020 Eludia Award and will be published in 2022. She is host and producer of the podcasts And Then Everything Changed and The Body Myth. More about Ronit: https://ronitplank.com More about WHEN SHE COMES BACK, a memoir: https://ronitplank.com/book/ Sign up for monthly podcast and writing updates: https://bit.ly/33nyTKd   Follow Ronit: https://www.instagram.com/ronitplank/ https://twitter.com/RonitPlank https://www.facebook.com/RonitPlank   Background photo credit: Photo by Patrick Tomasso on Unsplash Headshot photo credit: Sarah Anne Photography Theme music: Isaac Joel, Dead Moll's Fingers

Welcome back to Therapy Chat! This week, host Laura Reagan, LCSW-C interviews Laura Davis about the complexity of repairing broken family relationships.   Laura Davis is the author of The Burning Light of Two Stars, the story of her loving, tumultuous relationship with her mother, and six other non-fiction books. Her first book, The Courage to Heal, paved the way for hundreds of thousands of women to heal from the trauma of sexual abuse. Becoming the Parent You Want to Be helped parents develop a vision for the families they want to create. I Thought We'd Never Speak Again: The Road from Estrangement to Reconciliation taught the skills of reconciliation and peace building, one relationship at a time.   Laura's new memoir, The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story is the riveting story of her embattled relationship with her mother Temme, their determination to love one another, and the dramatic and surprising collision course they ended up on at the end of Temme's life. For the millions of readers of Laura's first book, The Courage to Heal, The Burning Light of Two Stars is both prequel and sequel, revealing in page-turning, intimate detail how Laura reconciled with the mother who betrayed her, and came to care for her in her final days.   Resources http://www.lauradavis.net/bibliotherapy You can also read the first five chapters of The Burning Light of Two Stars here: http://www.lauradavis.net/chapters Laura has also created a free customized discussion guide for use in therapy and in support groups, with clients dealing with estranged relationships, grief and loss, Alzheimer's and end-of-life, long-term healing from trauma, and death and dying. You can access the guide and information on bulk ordering here. https://lauradavis.net/therapychat Direct links to buy The Burning Light of Two Stars: Amazon:   https://www.amazon.com/dp/1954854161 amzn.com/B08XZMFH46 Independent Bookstores: Get Signed Copies Through Bookshop Santa Cruz: https://www.bookshopsantacruz.com/burning-light-two-stars-get-it-signed Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/books/the-burning-light-of-two-stars-a-mother-daughter-story-9781954854161/9781954854161 Want to Order Internationally with Free Worldwide Delivery? https://www.bookdepository.com/The-Burning-Light-of-Two-Stars-Laura-Davis/9781954854161 Audiobook version of The Burning Light of Two Stars (Laura is the narrator): On Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Burning-Light-of-Two-Stars-Audiobook/B09G8WJQP7 And on Libro.fm for independent stores: https://libro.fm/audiobooks/9781950144471 Find Laura Davis on social media at: Facebook: https://facebook.com/thewritersjourney Instagram: https://instagram.com/laurasaridavis Thank you to TherapyNotes for sponsoring this week's episode! TherapyNotes makes billing, scheduling, notetaking, and telehealth incredibly easy.  And now, for all you prescribers out there, TherapyNotes is proudly introducing E-prescribe! Find out what more than 100,000 mental health professionals already know, and try TherapyNotes for 2 months, absolutely free.  Try it today with no strings attached, and see why everyone is switching to TherapyNotes.  Now featuring E-prescribe. Click here or use promo code "chat" at www.therapynotes.com to receive 2 FREE months of TherapyNotes!  This episode is also sponsored by Trauma Therapist Network. Learn about trauma, connect with resources and find a trauma therapist near you at www.traumatherapistnetwork.com. We believe that trauma is real, healing is possible and help is available. Podcast produced by Pete Bailey - https://petebailey.net/audio 

Caregiving is inherently difficult, but navigating care for an estranged parent, or even one who challenges your boundaries, adds more layers of stress and emotional turmoil.  Today my conversation is with two people who understand this. Laura Davis is an author of 6 books, including I thought we'd never speak again, the road from estrangement to reconciliation and her first memoir The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story which tells the story of her traumatic and tumultuous relationship with her mother which includes her caring for her at the end of her life. Karen Anderson is a life coach and the author of Difficult Mothers, Adult Daughters: A Guide for Separation, Liberation and Inspiration.  We discuss not only the challenges that accompany these relationships but how you can find peace in the midst of it. 

I had the great pleasure of interviewing author, Laura Davis, on the publication of her searing memoir, The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story. In this wide ranging conversation, we talk about mother-daughter relationships, healing, caring for an elderly relative and child sexual abuse, an experience that led Laura to co-author the ground breaking book on recovered memory with Ellen Bass, The Courage to Heal. Laura's new memoir, The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story is the riveting story of her embattled relationship with her mother Temme, their determination to love one another, and the dramatic and surprising collision course they ended up on at the end of Temme's life. For the millions of readers of Laura's first book, The Courage to Heal, The Burning Light of Two Stars is both prequel and sequel, revealing in page-turning, intimate detail how Laura reconciled with the mother who betrayed her, and came to care for her in her final days. Read the opening chapters by clicking this link. If you're a writer or want to use writing as a tool for healing or self-discovery, you can learn about Laura's online writing workshops and in-person domestic and international retreats here: www.lauradavis.net Read the opening chapters here: http://www.lauradavis.net/chapters The Midlife Movement is a friendly community which aims to challenge outdated stereotypes around midlife and ageing through the sharing of stories and 121 personal coaching. Find out more here: www.themidlifemovement.com Enjoyed this episode? Rate and review the podcast, and Subscribe wherever you might be listening to it so you never miss a new episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-midlife-movement/message

In her 30+ year career as an author, Laura Davis has written seven non-fiction books that have changed peoples' lives. The Courage to Heal paved the way for hundreds of thousands to heal from the trauma of sexual abuse. Becoming the Parent You Want to Be helps parents develop a vision for the families they want to create. And I Thought We'd Never Speak Again: The Road from Estrangement to Reconciliation teaches the skills of reconciliation and peace building to the world, one relationship at a time. Laura's ground-breaking books have been translated into 11 languages and sold more than two million copies. Her new memoir, The Burning Light of Two Stars, tells the story of Laura's dramatic and tumultuous relationship with her mother, from the time of Laura's birth until her mother's death. This story about "two souls who just wouldn't quit each other" provides a no-holds-barred peek at the real Laura--the woman behind the teacher, the facilitator, and author. Laura's love of words extends into her teaching life. She loves building communities of writers and teaches weekly writing workshops online and in Santa Cruz, California. When there isn't a pandemic, she leads transformative writing retreats in northern California, Bali, Peru, Italy, Vietnam and other international destinations. Laura lives in Santa Cruz, California with her spouse Karyn and their new yellow lab puppy, Luna. She enjoys swimming, hiking, mahjong, making kombucha, motion theatre, her grandchildren and, of course, writing. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/maria-leonard-olsen/support

Writing courageous words can heal deep wounds.  In today's episode with Courage to Heal author Laura Davis, we discuss reading and writing as part of our therapeutic journey aka bibliotherapy, family reconciliation, mother-daughter bonding and we explore the questionable power of memory.  Her new memoire, the Burning Light of 2 Stars, Laura Davis and Sue Marriott have a moving conversation that is surely to bring you the feels.

Caregiving is inherently difficult, but navigating care for an estranged parent, or even one who challenges your boundaries, adds more layers of stress and emotional turmoil.  Today my conversation is with two people who understand this. Laura Davis is an author of 6 books, including I thought we'd never speak again, the road from estrangement to reconciliation and her first memoir The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story which tells the story of her traumatic and tumultuous relationship with her mother which includes her caring for her at the end of her life. Karen Anderson is a life coach and the author of Difficult Mothers, Adult Daughters: A Guide for Separation, Liberation and Inspiration.  We discuss not only the challenges that accompany these relationships but how you can find peace in the midst of it.  Click HERE for Show Notes

Laura Davis is an upcoming guest and a powerful writer. This reading is a little longer than usual, but I think you'll see why once you hear it. About Laura Davis: I am the author of six non-fiction books, including The Courage to Heal: For Women Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse, The Courage to Heal Workbook, Becoming the Parent You Want to Be and I Thought We'd Never Speak Again: The Road from Estrangement to Reconciliation. My ground-breaking books have been translated into 11 languages and sold more than 1.8 million copies. Visit: https://lauradavis.net/about/ Special thanks to our sponsors: BetterHelp: BetterHelp is a great, affordable option for professional counseling done securely online. As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting betterhelp.com/one   Best Fiends: Join us and the millions of Americans who are already playing this game. Download Best Fiends for FREE on The Apple APP store or Google Play. That's friends without the R, Best Fiends. Voyage et Cie: Voyage et Cie's curator Melanie Apple has cultivated a passion for notable moments using the sense of smell. Voyage et Cie is the ultimate luxury blend of travel, fragrance, and design. Each original fragrance is created by Melanie, 100% organic and natural which will transport you on a journey. Visit https://www.voyageetcie.com/ and enter the code: HON to get your 10% off your purchase!  PATREON SHOUT OUTS: Rose Pricks Podcast: Check out their latest episode here Join our Patreon: Become an Only One In The Room patron by joining us on Patreon! Starting at only $5.00 per month, you'll get bonus content, access to outtakes that the general public will NEVER see, extremely cool merch, and depending on what tier you get, monthly hang time with Scott and Laura. Join our Patreon today at https://www.patreon.com/theonlyonepodcast Be sure not to miss our weekly full episodes on Tuesdays, Scott Talks on Wednesdays & Sunday Edition every Sunday by subscribing to the show wherever you listen to podcasts.  We love hearing from you in the comments on iTunes and while you're there don't forget to rate us, subscribe and share the show! All of us at The Only One In The Room wish you safety and wellness during this challenging time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Episode Eight of Season One, Laura Davis dives in deep as she opens up and reveals her heart with the audience. Sharing some of her latest book, The Burning Light of Two Stars, Laura takes the listener from the painful past of her childhood and adolescence, to the power of the present moment, and the healing that is possible in the space in-between. Laura shares her story with an open- heart and a sense of purpose, while revealing a human need and longing that is as old and as sacred as time: the mother-daughter connection. If you would like to read Laura's latest book, The Burning Light of Two Stars, you can find the first five chapters at for free at: www.lauradavis.net/chapters or, if you would like to connect with Laura, she can be reached at: lauradavis@lauradavis.net

In 1994 Laura Davis coauthored The Courage to Heal, a global phenomenon. It is the go-to, permission giving, truth telling, and healing guide for victims of sexual abuse.  Her most recent book, The Burning Light of Two stars: A Mother Daughter Story is a prequel and a sequel to The Courage to Heal. It chronicles the estrangement, reconciliation and care-giving relationship between Laura and her mother. And it is about so much more.   The Burning Light of Two Stars is plot twist after plot twist, as Laura and her mother evolve, change, stay the same, and rediscover each other over and over. It's a story of forgiveness, accountability, letting go and holding on.  We couldn't put it down.  Laura Davis is a deep thinking, soul touching writer and person. She chronicles the ongoingness of life beyond trauma. Her understanding and wonderment about herself and others touched and inspired us. Please Listen. “The price I paid to keep my mother out, at first with withdrawal, later with an armed fortress, and finally, with the polite rules of détente, was love. The pure, unfettered love I longed for. The pure, unfettered love she craved.”   For TTP Listeners from Laura Davis: You can also read the opening 5 chapters here   Direct links to buy The Burning Light of Two Stars: Buy The Burning Light of Two Stars on Amazon Buy The Burning Light of Two Stars from Elliott Bay Books Get a signed copy of The Burning Light of Two Stars from Bookshop Santa Cruz Buy The Burning Light of Two Stars from Bookshop.org   Audiobook version of The Burning Light of Two Stars (Laura is the narrator): Buy the audiobook of The Burning Light of Two Stars on Audible Buy The Burning Light of Two Stars audiobook on Libro.fm     Want to Order Internationally with Free Worldwide Delivery? Buy The Burning Light of Two Stars from book depository.com   If you're a writer or want to use writing as a tool for healing or self-discovery, you can learn about Laura's online writing workshops and in-person domestic and international retreats at www.lauradavis.net And if you want to go to Tuscany with Laura in June of 2022, check out some serious eye candy here!   Social media links: thewritersjourney on Facebook @laurasaridavis on Instagram Twitter (which I don't use so much) @laurasaridavis @laurasaridavis on Pinterest

Sarah Davis, a learning experience designer, lost her father to cancer in 2016. Her experience of grief left her feeling isolated and unbalanced. She had difficulty sharing this experience, mostly because there were so few examples of how to share and navigate the grieving process. She started the podcast Breathing Wind as a space to share and create community for those grieving the loss of a parent. This podcast normalizes sharing loss and grieving. In Season 2, Breathing Wind focuses on the healing process. Sarah continues to explore parts of the adult journey, such as caregiving to a parent. Season 3 of Breathing Wind will be about joy, an essential part of the healing process. You can find Episode 1 from Season 3 here. If you find yourself navigating the journey of grief, you are warmly invited to join the community of Breathing Wind. Transcription  Referenced in the episode: ·     Her interview with Laura Davis about her book The Burning Light of Two Stars, details the challenges of care-giving to an elderly parent with a shared difficult past.  ·     First episode with Benjamin Gunning. ·     Young Women Social EntrepreneursGuest Info:Breathing Wind WebsiteFollow Me:My Instagram My LinkedInMy TwitterArt Heals All Wounds WebsiteArt Heals All Wounds InstagramArt Heals All Wounds Twitter Art Heals All Wounds FacebookArt Heals All Wounds Newsletter    Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah Davis, a learning experience designer, lost her father to cancer in 2016. Her experience of grief left her feeling isolated and unbalanced. She had difficulty sharing this experience, mostly because there were so few examples of how to share and navigate the grieving process. She started the podcast Breathing Wind as a space to share and create community for those grieving the loss of a parent. This podcast normalizes sharing loss and grieving. In Season 2, Breathing Wind focuses on the healing process. Sarah continues to explore parts of the adult journey, such as caregiving to a parent. Season 3 of Breathing Wind will be about joy, an essential part of the healing process. You can find Episode 1 from Season 3 here. If you find yourself navigating the journey of grief, you are warmly invited to join the community of Breathing Wind. Referenced in the episode: · Her interview with Laura Davis about her book The Burning Light of Two Stars, details the challenges of care-giving to an elderly parent with a shared difficult past. · First episode with Benjamin Gunning. · Young Women Social EntrepreneursGuest Info:Breathing Wind WebsiteFollow Me:My Instagram My LinkedInMy TwitterArt Heals All Wounds WebsiteArt Heals All Wounds InstagramArt Heals All Wounds Twitter Art Heals All Wounds FacebookArt Heals All Wounds Newsletter See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Writing To Heal Laura Davis is a writing teacher and a seven-time bestselling author who believes in the healing power of writing. Her first book, The Courage to Heal, launched the incest survivor empowerment movement. Laura continues to publish personal narratives exploring family, love, and relationships. Her most recent book and first memoir, The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story, tells the story of her tumultuous relationship with her mother. Here's where you can find her: Her website For more episodes, visit ZayZoh.com. Also, here's why I podcast.

Trigger Warning: Sexual Abuse Laura Davis is the author of 6 non-fiction books which have sold more than 1.8 million copies. She's talking here mainly about her latest book, her first memoir: The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story. I finished the book the day before recording, and was profoundly moved by it. I was also very tearful. I'm grateful to Laura for sharing her story and giving me the opportunity to read it. I recommend the book for all women as we're all daughters. And many of us have people who we'd like to be closer to. We talk about: Why Laura wrote this particular book The challenge of untying the mother-daughter knot Digging deep to tell such a vulnerable story The impact of life trauma on women's passion and purpose Coming to terms with life trauma Helping people heal from trauma and especially sexual abuse Coping with family estrangement What Laura has learnt about mother-daughter relationships How Laura's feelings towards her mother changed as she got older and sicker Laura's advice for women when they lose their parents and mothers especially And more! Find more about Laura: Laura's website: lauradavis.net Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Pinterest Laura's latest book: The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story Other books written by Laura Davis If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share it and leave a review on iTunes or wherever you're listening. Find out how to leave a review here: bit.ly/leavepodcastreview You can find out more information and get the show notes to every episode at magnificentmidlife.com. That's also where you'll find strategies, support, and resources to help make your midlife magnificent. There's a midlife wellness program, courses, midlife mentoring to help make the most of your next chapter, and our online membership program. If not now, when? Named #18 in the best 40 Women Over 50 podcasts globally by Feedspot

COURAGE • ESTRANGEMENT • CONNECTIONBest-selling author of “The Burning Light of Two Stars,” Laura Davis, shares the story of writing her very first memoir. Survivor of childhood trauma and severe illness, Laura had to figure out how to reconcile the relationship with her mother in order to care for her. A story of strength, humility, and vulnerability Laura truly had the “Courage to Heal.”Takeaways from this episodeWe all have core storiesHealing is PossibleTo write a good memoir you have to be a flawed Human BeingMemory is a fascinating thingThe more you rewrite your experiences the more they become a storyStrong boundaries are required when being vulnerable.Get additional details, show notes, links, and a full transcript of the episode here.ORDER YOUR COPY OF F*CK FEARLESS - MAKING THE BRAVE LEAP TODAY, Click Here!Check out The Brave Files Book Collection here! Get your BRAVE on by joining our exclusive (and FREE) Facebook Collective, Brave on Purpose. Join here. Share your feedback by emailing heather@vickeryandco.comGrab your BRAVE AF and GRATEFUL AF swag now.  

Laura Davis chronicles her intense relationship with her mother in her book, The Burning Light of Two Stars. The book is an intimate and honest portrait of two women fighting to stay connected despite a very serious rift that threatened to destroy their relationship. Laura shares the feelings and experiences she went through as her mother neared the end of her life, and she offers a thoughtful perspective on how to grow personally while examining our pasts. Learn more about Laura on her website here: https://lauradavis.net/ (https://lauradavis.net/)

Episode #37: More than one in six Americans are currently providing care to someone age 50 or older. Most of these caregivers are women, and this trend is expected to persist as one of the largest demographic groups–baby boomers–continue to age. Thus, many of us will find ourselves in the role of caregiver for an older adult. Under any conditions, caregiving for an aging and dying parent can be a challenging task and difficult to balance with raising children and meeting work and other family commitments. Caregiving is made ever more difficult when relationships are conflicted. Yet the majority of those who have helped care for an aging parent ultimately report it as rewarding and meaningful. In this episode we're joined by award-winning author, Laura Davis, who has a new memoir, “The Burning Light of Two Stars,” about reconciling her strained relationship with her mother as she cares for her through her dementia and death. We are also joined by Chief Medical Officer at Hospice of Santa Cruz County and palliative care specialist, Dr. Karl Segnitz, who discusses ways families can navigate these end-of-life challenges and find needed support. Broadcast: 12/5/21 Special thanks  to Jeanne Baldzikowski for audio production, to Jennifer Young for research and outreach, and to Izzy Weisz for marketing and social media. And thanks to acoustic guitarist Adrian Legg for composing, performing and donating the use of our theme music. SUBSCRIBE NOW to get past or new episodes delivered to your listening device: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Spotify / Stitcher JOIN EMAIL LIST Want to know our interesting topic each month? Simply  SIGN UP for a monthly notification! 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This book is not just about dying and the limits of medicine but about living to the last with autonomy, dignity, and joy. Local Organizations The Alzheimer's Association/Norcal Chapter – Offers an Early Memory Loss Support Group provided tremendous support, practical guidance and valuable shared information to our show guest Laura, as her mother's caregiver and for her mother living with memory loss. Pre-screening is required prior to enrollment. Phone: 800-272-3900. Hospice of Santa Cruz County – Hospice care is available to people with all types of serious illness that cannot be cured. They provide grief support, pediatric care, transition and palliative care, hospice care, community education and more. They have multidisciplinary teams to provide support for medical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Phone: 831-430-3000. Senior Network Services – Publishes an invaluable guide of senior resources in Santa Cruz County. They can also consult and advise regarding services and resources for seniors in Santa Cruz County. Family Service Agency (FSA) of the Central Coast – A dedicated underwriter of State of Mind radio program and podcast, provides resources, support, and counseling services to adults and children.  The Senior Outreach Program also serves older adults by offering peer counseling in English or Spanish in their home or in one of the many peer support groups. Ageless Art Program and I-You Venture bring art, adventure, and companionship to residential care facilities.  FSA Counseling Offices offer Medi-Cal, Medicare, and low-cost, sliding-scale services in downtown Santa Cruz 831-423-9444 x200 and in Soquel 831-346-6767 x200. Del Mar Caregiver Support –  A program of Health Projects Center, dedicates their attention and service to caregivers, advocating for public recognition of their worth and value to society while providing low- or no-cost consultations, education, support groups, and respite to caregivers in Santa Cruz, Monterey, and San Benito counties. Device Pocket Talker –This amazing device enabled our show guest Laura's elderly mother to hear again when her dementia and continuing decline made it impossible for her to use hearing aids. Podcasts Death Dialogues– A podcast out of New Zealand that talks openly and honestly about end-of-life, death, caring for the dying, and grief and features many different experiences of these life events and how all are valuable. National Organizations: Family Caregivers Alliance  - Provides services to family caregivers of adults with physical and cognitive impairments, such as Parkinson's, stroke, Alzheimer's and other types of dementia. Services include assessment, care planning, direct care skills, wellness programs, respite services, and legal/financial consultation vouchers. Offers support groups, classes, resources and events for caregivers and the people who receive their care. Ongoing support available, also now on a digital service platform. FCA is a longtime advocate for caregivers in the areas of policy, health and social system development, research, and public awareness, on the state, national and international levels. AARP Resources to Help Caregivers - A rich source of educational articles and information to help support caregivers. The National Alliance for Caregiving – Dedicated to improving quality of life for friend and family caregivers and those in their care, by advancing research, advocacy, and innovation. Provides research, advocacy and information on resources on caregiving. Contact Guests Laura Davis, Author - Learn about Laura's writing classes, workshops and retreats at her website. Karl Segnitz, MD Hospice of Santa Cruz County Email: info@hospicesantacruz.org Phone: 831.430.3000

What happens when a family member betrays us and after we shut them out of our lives for years? Is it possible to let them back into our hearts? Laura Davis shares the story of her relationship with the mother who betrayed and failed to protect her many years ago. She teaches how healing between family members who have felt wronged by one another is not only possible, but can be the greatest joy both their lives. Laura is a six-time bestselling author. Her books, The Courage to Heal and I Thought We'd Never Speak Again, have been translated into 11 languages. Laura leads workshops that focus on writing as a tool for healing and transformation. Her new book is a memoir about the tumultuous twists and turns of mother-daughter love, The Burning Light of Two Stars. Music: www.purple-planet.com Show site: www.cyacyl.com

The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story Show Guest: Laura Davis In the classic book, The Courage to Heal, Laura Davis and her co-author Ellen Bass helped launch the sexual abuse survivors' movement. Now, 33 years later, Davis delivers her ultimate gift and most deeply personal book—a searing, intimate, and starkly honest memoir that reads like a page-turning novel. The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story, is the story of her relationship with the mother who betrayed and failed to protect her from sexual abuse so many years ago. This captivating book once again demonstrates how Laura Davis can dig for the truth, no matter how painful, taking readers with her, in search of another kind of courage—the courage to not only forgive a parent who's emotionally abandoned us, but to care for that parent at the end of life. The Burning Light of Two Stars is essential reading for therapists, survivors of sexual abuse and family trauma, caregivers of aging parents, and for anyone who loves an emotionally charged, dramatic family saga. It offers readers, no matter what their family dynamics, a close-up look at how healing between family members who've felt wronged by one another is not only possible but in fact can be the greatest joy and glory of both their lives.

Laura Davis is the author of seven books, including The Courage to Heal and I Thought We‘d Never Speak Again. Her groundbreaking books have been translated into 11 languages and sold two million copies. In addition to writing books that inspire and change people's lives, the work of Laura's heart is to teach. For more than twenty years, she's helped people find their voices, tell their stories, and hone their craft. Laura loves creating supportive, intimate writing communities online, in person, and internationally. Laura has posted the first five chapters of her book for free on her website. Laura's new memoir, The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story is the riveting story of her embattled relationship with her mother Temme, their determination to love one another, and the dramatic and surprising collision course they ended up on at the end of Temme's life. For the millions of readers of Laura's first book, The Courage to Heal, The Burning Light of Two Stars is both prequel and sequel, revealing in page-turning, intimate detail how Laura reconciled with the mother who betrayed her, and came to care for her in her final days. You can also read the opening chapters here: https://lauradavis.net/the-burning-light-of-two-stars/ If you're a writer or want to use writing as a tool for healing or self-discovery, you can learn about Laura's online writing workshops and in-person domestic and international retreats here: www.lauradavis.net And if you want to go to Tuscany with Laura in June of 2022, check it out here! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lolacommunity/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lolacommunity/support

“We can be stronger in the broken places, and I would have preferred to have not been broken at all.” Author Laura Davis is my guest this week to discuss her newly released book and first memoir, “The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story.” The depths of realness and rawness expressed in her writing is something to behold, and also explains why it took ten years for her to complete. Though many of us have contentious relationships with our mothers, Laura's story is on another plane. Not only was she faced with her own trauma and the betrayal of her mother's denial, judgment, and perceived rejection over many years, but she also found herself as the primary caregiver for her mother's end of life, witnessing her spiral into dementia. In this conversation, we are going to speak openly and honestly about Laura's experience, elements she has shared in her book, and the pieces and parts of humanity that are often hidden from view. Her story is deeply moving and necessary to bring to light. Purchase “The Burning Light of Two Stars” wherever books are sold. Visit http://burninglightoftwostars.net for direct purchase links and to sample the first five chapters. Visit http://lauradavis.net to learn about the author, including additional publications, events, and ways to connect. Find all of the ways to connect with me here. Intro/outro music: “Feeling Free” by Martin Riopel.

Welcome back to Part 2 of my interview with Laura Davis.  It was such an amazing interview that I wanted to make sure that you were able to enjoy it in a shortened format.  Today we will focus on the how and why of Laura's writing and publishing process. We will also talk about how a beta reader helped her come up with the title that she ultimately used for her memoir.  We will discuss how helpful it is to have beta readers read through the book before it gets published so that you can get honest feedback.   Additional topics we will discuss: The publishing process and how it has changed over the years Strategies behind publishing a book Knowing your audience Pre-selling your book Writing for the stage of life that you are at now Click on this link to read the first five chapters of her memoir: www.lauradavis.net/chapters To learn more about Laurie, visit the links below: Laura Davis Website Laura Davis Instagram The Writer's Journey Facebook To learn more about my coaching, photography, podcast, and to stay connected, visit me at: Alisha Crossley Website Alisha Crossley Photography Website Alisha's Amazon Favorites List Alisha Crossley Photography Instagram Alisha Crossley Official Instagram To learn more about The Artisan's Advantage Signature Course, click on the link below: The Artisan's Advantage Signature Course  

Come join me for a candid and deep dive with author Laura Davis, author of seven non-fiction books, including The Courage to Heal, which combined have sold over 1.8 million copies internationally, as we discuss her new book, The Burning Light of Two Stars, which examines the endurance of mother daughter love, how memory protects and betrays us, and the determination it takes to fulfill a promise when ghosts from the past come knocking. Laura is an amazing heart-led teacher,who has helped her students find their own voices. Her books have inspired and changed people's lives all over the world for more than twenty years. Come be inspired! This is an episode that will light up the sparks within your own heart.

"The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story" was such a beautiful book, and its author Laura Davis was a total delight to interview. Having had my own childhood trauma and troubled parental relationships, this book was incredibly helpful in helping to illuminate the deeper truths that lie under the surface of my personal struggle. I found peace and compassion in ways that surprised me. Can you caretake a parent who betrayed you in the past? Is it possible to become open-hearted when life has taught you it's safer to stay protected and closed? How do we reconcile with someone we are estranged from when we disagree about some basic facts/realities in life? What does the healing process from trauma look like over the course of a lifetime? What does it mean to write about people in your life -- what are the ethical issues and concerns? This riveting memoir by Laura Davis, also the author of The Courage to Heal, examines the endurance of mother-daughter love, how memory protects and betrays us, and the determination it takes to fulfill a promise when ghosts from the past come knocking. When she published The Courage to Heal in 1988, Laura Davis helped more than a million women work through the trauma of childhood sexual abuse. But her decision to go public with her grandfather's incest deepened an already painful estrangement with her mother, Temme. Over the next twenty years, from a safe distance of 3,000 miles, Laura and Temme reconciled their volatile relationship and believed that their difficult past was behind them. But when Temme moved across the country to entrust her daughter with the rest of her life, she brought a faltering mind, a fierce need for independence, and the seeds of a second war between them. As the stresses of caregiving rekindled Laura's rage over past betrayals, they threatened her intention to finally love her mother “without reservation.” Did she learn what it means to be truly open-hearted before it was too late? What essential elements make reconciliation possible? Impossible? What are the secrets of reconciling with someone you're estranged from – someone you were deeply hurt or injured by or someone who's simply different from you? How can family members stay in a relationship when they can't agree on critical elements of their collective past? What does it mean to “agree to disagree?” Once you've said, “I'll never forgive you,” what does it take to forgive? Is it really possible to come to peace with the things about our family members that we can't understand, change or even tolerate? What are the three most important things to remember when attempting to make peace with an estranged family member? After you say, “me too,” after you stand up and break the silence, then what happens? Is it possible to ever truly transcend the long-term effects of abuse? How does the healing process evolve and change over the course of a lifetime? What does it mean to keep growing decades after the initial healing from trauma took place? Can a heart that is walled off for good reason, find ways to open again? When, if ever, is it possible to reconcile with those who have betrayed us in the past? Laura Davis is the author of seven books, including The Courage to Heal, Becoming the Parent You Want to Be, and I Thought We‘d Never Speak Again. Her groundbreaking books have been translated into 11 languages and sold two million copies. In addition to writing books that inspire and change people's lives, the work of Laura's heart is to teach. For more than twenty years, she's helped people find their voices, tell their stories, and hone their craft. Laura loves creating supportive, intimate writing communities online, in person, and internationally. Today we'll be talking about her brand new memoir, The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story, the story of her embattled yet loving relationship with her mother. This episode sponsored by Nina Manolson (https://ninamanolson.com/bodypeacerevelation/) Body-Peace Seekers

Join Olivia Bethea and Becka Eppley for their conversation with world renowned author, Laura Davis. This heart felt conversation is centered around Laura's brand new book, The Burning Light of Two Stars.  In her latest book Laura weaves non-fiction and memoir together as she conveys her powerful mother-daughter story.  Laura's insight will give you a deeper appreciation of the importance of learning the details about the stories we tell ourselves from our childhood memories. For this episodes show notes and to connect with Laura go to PermisisonToBePodcast.com Lauradavis.net

Laura Davis is the author of six non-fiction books, including The Courage to Heal: For Women Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse, The Courage to Heal Workbook, Becoming the Parent You Want to Be and I Thought We'd Never Speak Again: The Road from Estrangement to Reconciliation.   Laura joined Jen to talk about her new memoir The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story, and how she helps people find connection and healing through words. You can find Laura, her new book The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story, and information about her writing classes at www.lauradavis.net    

Laura Davis joins LOJ Book Club to talk about her new book, The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story. The L.A. Times put out a very interesting story about Tom Girardi!

Laura Davis, celebrated author and advocate, joins And Then Everything Changed for episode 100! When Laura's groundbreaking first book, The Courage to Heal was released decades ago it was the first of its kind to document hundreds of women's stories of sexual abuse. In it, Laura shared her own story of being sexually abused by her grandfather, showed women it was possible to heal from this trauma, and called out the patriarchy. As she helped hundreds of thousands of women and her star rose, a rupture began in her own family. Her mother refused to believe Laura about the abuse she'd suffered, and when Laura came out as lesbian her family rejected her.   Laura relocated across the country and found a supportive community, a loving relationship, became a mother, and wrote and published many more books. Then, toward the end of her mother's life, she told Laura she was moving to live near her and Laura faced the prospect of caring for and being in relationship again with her mother who had hurt her so many years before. In this episode Laura shares what it was like to write her new memoir, The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story about how she reconciled with the mother who betrayed her and came to care for her in her final days.   Also in this episode: Laura's tips for writing about traumatic experiences, where the boundaries are when writing about family experiences, and what all memoir writing needs.   Connect with Laura: You can buy The Burning Light of Two Stars wherever books and audiobooks are sold.  You can also read the opening chapters of The Burning Light of Two Stars at: www.lauradavis.net/chapters If you're an aspiring writer or want to use writing as a tool for healing or self-discovery, you can learn about Laura's online writing workshops and in-person domestic and international retreats here: www.lauradavis.net Direct links to buy The Burning Light of Two Stars: Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/books/the-burning-light-of-two-stars-a-mother-daughter-story-9781954854161/9781954854161 Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Burning-Light-Two-Stars-Mother-Daughter/dp/1954854218/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-burning-light-of-two-stars-laura-davis/1139198069 Indiebound: https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781954854161 Get Your Signed Copies Through Bookshop Santa Cruz: https://www.bookshopsantacruz.com/burning-light-two-stars-get-it-signed) Want a Discount When You Buy in Bulk for Your Book Club or Organization? For bulk sales: https://www.porchlightbooks.com/product/burning-light-of-two-stars-a-mother-daughter-story--laura-davis?variationCode=9781954854161#full-description   Other info can be found in her press kit: https://bit.ly/3illC9Y   Connect With Ronit: About Ronit‘s book When She Comes Back: https://ronitplank.com/book/ For more about this episode click here! https://andtheneverythingchangedpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ronitplank/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RonitPlankCreative/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAlSZFpcksgdHopmBLUXfLA

“When I wrote The Courage to Heal, if you had asked me who I was at that point in my life, I would've said ‘I'm an incest survivor,' and that would have been it. I didn't have any other identity. I was consumed by it, and it felt like my life had been destroyed by it and that I would never recover. So many decades later, I'm in such a different place that if you asked me, ‘Who are you?', I would say ‘I'm a teacher, I'm an author,  I'm a mother, I'm a grandmother, I'm a swimmer, I'm a hiker,  I'm a friend, I'm a sister.' ‘Incest survivor' wouldn't even be on the list, and it's because that experience, with many other experiences, is in the fabric of the cloth that shaped me, but it's so in the background now.”   Laura Davis is a six-time bestselling author. Her books, including The Courage to Heal and I Thought We'd Never Speak Again have been translated into 11 languages and sold 1.8 million copies. Laura leads writing workshops in the U.S. and internationally that focus on writing as a tool for healing and transformation.    Laura's new memoir, The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story is the riveting story of her embattled relationship with her mother Temme, their determination to love one another, and the dramatic and surprising collision course they ended up on at the end of Temme's life. For the millions of readers of Laura's first book, The Courage to Heal, The Burning Light of Two Stars is both prequel and sequel, revealing in page-turning, intimate detail how Laura reconciled with the mother who betrayed her, and came to care for her in her final days.    You can read the opening chapters here: https://lauradavis.net/the-burning-light-of-two-stars/   SUBSCRIBE to the show to be the first to hear about new episodes! Contact Laura: www.LauraDavis.net // FB: @thewritersjourney // IG: @laurasaridavis Contact Molly: molly@theembodyconnection.com   Special thanks to: Jenn Baykan, virtual assistant for creatives: https://www.jbaykan.com/ Dave Hiltebrand for intro and outro music original composition: https://www.davehiltebrand.com/ Gina McLaughlin Photography for photo and graphic design: https://www.facebook.com/ginamclaughlinphotography/?fref=tag  

Laura Davis is the author of six non-fiction books, which have been translated into 11 languages and sold more than 1.8 million copies, that focus primarily on healing, recovery, and the beautiful scars that the challenges of our lives leave behind. In the course of her long career as a communicator, she has been a columnist, a talk show host, and a radio news reporter. Laura' new book and first memoir, new book, and first memoir, The Burning Light of Two Stars, tells the story of her dramatic and tumultuous relationship with her mother from the time of my birth until her death from a much more dramatic, intimate, and personal point of view. On today's show, Jen and Laura discuss 5:08 - Why Laura had to return to therapy to write this book. 10:13 - How to learn NEW creative skills: “our learning edge.” 13:33 - How to write about our family members. 19:17 - How to write about what we can't remember 28:45 - How to make a living as a creative 29:53 - Finding the right publisher for your material 35:11 - How to face the (sometimes grueling) importance of marketing 39:59 - How to market to your “ideal audience.” How To Make Personal Experiences Universal For Your Audience READ THE FIRST FIVE CHAPTERS HERE!: https://lauradavis.net/the-burning-light-of-two-stars/ Visit https://jenniferlouden.com/podcastkit/ to get instant access to a collection of audios that will: help you with some of the most common struggles we creatives have to manage including fear of choosing, falling into compare and despair, managing the inner critic (s), and feeling too exposed and vulnerable when you put yourself or your work into the world. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jennifer-louden/support

Laura Davis joins LOJ Book Club to talk about her new book, The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story.

In her 30+ year career as an author, Laura Davis has written seven non-fiction books that have changed peoples' lives. The Courage to Heal paved the way for hundreds of thousands to heal from the trauma of sexual abuse. Becoming the Parent You Want to Be helps parents develop a vision for the families they want to create. And I Thought We'd Never Speak Again: The Road from Estrangement to Reconciliation teaches the skills of reconciliation and peace building to the world, one relationship at a time.  Laura's ground-breaking books have been translated into 11 languages and sold more than two million copies.  Her new memoir, The Burning Light of Two Stars, tells the story of Laura's dramatic and tumultuous relationship with her mother, Temme, from the time of Laura's birth until her mother's death. This story about “two souls who just wouldn't quit each other” provides a no-holds-barred peek at the real Laura--the woman behind the teacher, the facilitator, and author.

Laura Davis is a six-time bestselling author who leads transformative writing workshops internationally. Her latest book, a memoir, The Burning Light of Two Stars, is about the dramatic twists and turns of mother-daughter love. www.LauraDavis.net. You can read the first five chapters of Laura's memoir, The Burning Light of Two Stars, here: www.lauradavis.net/chapters

Laura Davis's new memoir, “The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story” is the riveting story of her embattled relationship with her mother Temme, their determination to love one another, and the dramatic and surprising collision course they ended up on at the end of Temme's life. For the millions of readers of Laura's first book, “The Burning Light of Two Stars” is both prequel and sequel of “THE COURAGE TO HEAL”, revealing in page-turning, intimate detail how Laura reconciled with the mother who betrayed her, and came to care for her in her final days. Find out more at https://lauradavis.net. Check out https://copenotes.com/zestful for an innovative app that supports mental health. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.

Laura Davis is the author of seven books, including The Courage to Heal and I Thought We‘d Never Speak Again. Her groundbreaking books have been translated into 11 languages and sold two million copies. In addition to writing books that inspire and change people's lives, the work of Laura's heart is to teach. For more than twenty years, she's helped people find their voices, tell their stories, and hone their craft. Laura loves creating supportive, intimate writing communities online, in person, and internationally. You can find Laura at: lauradavis.net Book Description: Laura's new memoir, The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story is the riveting story of her embattled relationship with her mother Temme, their determination to love one another, and the dramatic and surprising collision course they ended up on at the end of Temme's life. For the millions of readers of Laura's first book, The Courage to Heal, The Burning Light of Two Stars is both prequel and sequel, revealing in page-turning, intimate detail how Laura reconciled with the mother who betrayed her, and came to care for her in her final days. Offer for Listeners: You can read the opening five chapters here: www.lauradavis.net/chapters Direct links to buy The Burning Light of Two Stars: Independent Bookstores: Get Signed Copies Through Bookshop Santa Cruz: https://www.bookshopsantacruz.com/burning-light-two-stars-get-it-signed) Elliott Bay Books: https://www.elliottbaybook.com/book/9781954854161 Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/books/the-burning-light-of-two-stars-a-mother-daughter-story-9781954854161/9781954854161 Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1954854161/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1954854161&linkCode=as2&tag=lauradavis-20&linkId=8a2f02a3d8d282b66785fb136ca02b80 Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-burning-light-of-two-stars-laura-davis/1139198069 Want a Discount When You Buy in Bulk for Your Book Club or Organization? For bulk sales: https://www.porchlightbooks.com/product/burning-light-of-two-stars-a-mother-daughter-story--laura-davis?variationCode=9781954854161#full-description Audiobook version of The Burning Light of Two Stars: On Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Burning-Light-of-Two-Stars-Audiobook/B09G8WJQP7 And on Libro.fm for independent stores: https://libro.fm/audiobooks/9781950144471 Also: If you're a writer or want to use writing as a tool for healing or self-discovery, you can learn about Laura's online writing workshops and in-person domestic and international retreats here: www.lauradavis.net * * * * Laura Davis www.lauradavis.net A picture containing text, blackboard, picture frame Description automatically generated My new memoir, The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story is available for presale now. Read the first five chapters and check out the great bonuses you can get if you order now: www.lauradavis.net/the-burning-light-of-two-stars/ Finalist, Page Turner Awards Free Ebook: Writing Toward Courage: A 30-Day Practice. Click here to receive this beautiful, thought-provoking creative gift: www.lauradavis.net/courage/ Facebook: @LauraDavis&TheWritersJourney Instagram: @laurasaridavis --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/deathdialogues/message

Today I had the pleasure of interviewing Laurie Davis, an Author, Writing Teacher, and Workshop Leader.  She is also the founder of The Writer's Journey.  She has written 7 books and has sold 2 million copies and has had them translated into 11 different languages. To say I was thrilled when one of my favorite authors agreed to allow me to interview her is an understatement. Her most recent book, The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother-Daughter Story, is a memoir that touched my heart and has helped me view my story for what it can do to help not only me but those that have lived through the same experiences. This interview really dives deep into Laurie's writing process and the story behind the memoir. We will also talk about surviving sexual abuse, raising children, and inspiring others to heal from childhood traumas .  It was a beautiful interview and I know you are going to enjoy it, just as much as I did. Click on this link to read the first five chapters of her memoir: www.lauradavis.net/chapters To learn more about Laurie, visit the links below: Laura Davis Website Laurie Davis Instagram The Writer's Journey Facebook To learn more about my coaching, photography, podcast, and to stay connected, visit me at: Alisha Crossley Website Alisha Crossley Photography Website Alisha's Amazon Favorites List Alisha Crossley Photography Instagram Alisha Crossley Official Instagram To learn more about The Artisan's Advantage Signature Course, click on the link below: The Artisan's Advantage Signature Course

As the co-author, with Ellen Bass, of the iconic and groundbreaking book The Courage to Heal Laura Davis rode the hurricane-force that was unleashed by empowering women to talk about surviving sexual abuse, while also being catapulted to fame for the worst thing that had ever happened to her. In her new memoir, The Burning Light of Two Stars: A Mother Daughter Story Laura reveals what it was like behind the force of that hurricane and tells the intimate story of her relationship with her mother, of whom she eventually became caretaker.

How might you care for someone at the end of their life when your relationship isn't perfect? In this episode, Laura Davis and Sarah Davis talk about caregiving when still healing from past traumas, power dynamic flip from child to caregiver and caring for people with dementia. Laura Davis is a six-time bestselling author who leads transformative writing workshops internationally. Her latest book, a memoir, The Burning Light of Two Stars, is about the dramatic twists and turns of mother-daughter love. This episode is part of a Breathing Wind miniseries titled Caregiving Journey, hosted by Breathing Wind founder and host, Sarah Davis. The Caregiving Journey miniseries explores: How stories of other caregivers can help us feel less alone Ambiguous grief and caregiving at end of life The shifting roles of the caregiver How and why to seek self-care Joy in the caregiving journey In this ~41-minute episode, Sarah and Laura talk about: [3:08] Relationships are complicated, which makes grief complicated [3:42] Laura's relationship with her mom [9:10] Reconciliation [10:03] What was going on in Laura's life when her mom decided to move to her city and how she processed that [12:43] Excerpt from Chapter Two, “The Call” [19:41] Laura's reflections on the call [25:11] Caring for someone with dementia [25:30] “One of the things that was so confusing to me about dementia in particular is that it's like tuning into a radio station. And sometimes the signal is clear. And sometimes it isn't.” [26:51] Entering the world of someone with dementia [29:54] What Laura means by explaining she had to wear a “good daughter mask” [30:13] “There always was a buffer, and if it wasn't geographic, then it was just that I wasn't going to really share; I never really felt I could share my intimate life with her -- ever. I didn't feel like it was safe to do that. And yet we managed to have a healed relationship. You know, it had some cracks in it.” [30:25] “As she changed, the dynamic between us changed.” [31:53] How Laura moved her mother to an assisted living facility and her feelings after [35:13] “The fight went out of her. And she acquiesced to being there. And she started to feel like she belonged. And it was actually really sad. I mean, on one hand, she became much easier to manage. For me, because she wasn't the fiery, intense emotional woman she'd always been, she became quite passive and sweet, actually. But I felt like this person isn't really my mother, it was like I was dealing with a different person.”  [36:10] “Anyone who cares for someone with Alzheimer's or [another] dementia is pretty much in a constant state of grief. You're grieving for the person while they're still here. And it's a really sad process.”  [38:04] How caregiving has transformed who Laura is today [39:39] Information on Laura's book release and pre sale campaign To find out more about this episode and subscribe to the newsletter, visit the show notes. Connect with us on social media: Facebook Instagram

The six-time bestselling author Laura Davis joins a very special episode of NOYN to discuss her latest book The Burning Light of Two Stars. Laura gets deep into her creative process with Joshua and Adam, and speaks about what it was like to work with Joshua as a coach as she developed her intimate memoir about her complicated relationship with her mother.You can pre-order The Burning Light of Two Stars here.To learn more about Laura, including retreats and classes, click here.***To sign up for the Creative Vision class beginning November 7th, email notesonyournotes@gmail.com------* Joshua's Guided Meditation for Creativity* Rate us on iTunes!** Find us on Instagram!** Join our Facebook Group** Email us at notesonyournotes@gmail.com*

Welcome to another episode of the Women Over 50, Life Redesigned! In today's episode, we will be chatting with Laura Davis, who is an author of seven books, including The Courage to Heal and I Thought We‘d Never Speak Again. Her groundbreaking books have been translated into 11 languages and sold two million copies. In addition to writing books that inspire and change people's lives, the work of Laura's heart is to teach. For more than twenty years, she's helped people find their voices, tell their stories, and hone their craft. Laura loves creating supportive, intimate writing communities online, in person, and internationally.  In this episode, Laura talks about the book she wrote called The Burning Light of Two Stars, which is about her relationship with her mother. She also shares more about reconciliation with family members who have hurt you, healing from it, and setting boundaries. Let's dive in!  [00:01 - 09:17] Opening Segment  Welcome to the podcast! Join us on our Facebook Group, see links below  I introduce our guest for today, Laura Davis We talk about her book, The Burning Light of Two Stars The book focuses on her relationship with her mother  I talk about how I related to the book  [09:17 - 29:39] Healing Relationships with Our Parents  Choosing to care for family members who have betrayed us Sharing the truth about the reconciliation Steps towards reconciliation It's not always advisable  Set boundaries Agree to disagree  Re-fixing boundaries Sending love and kindness to a person that you don't want to have relationships with  Learning about the influences and traumas of her mother  Protecting yourself and having an open heart [29:40 - 42:05] Closing Segment Who The Burning Light of Two Stars is for Anyone who struggled with their relationship with a family member  Anyone who has trauma and wants to know how healing is like  Laura reads a portion of a chapter from the book  Connect with Laura through the links below  Final Words  Tweetable Quotes: “If you have someone who was violent, or incredibly hostile, the best thing you could do actually, is maintain boundaries, have separation, and live your own life, because continued contact with that person is going to be really devastating to you.” -Laura Davis    Other Resources:  https://amzn.to/3vzLqUh (The Burning Light of Two Stars) Connect with Laura through her website at http://www.lauradavis.net (www.lauradavis.net), or connect with her through http://www.facebook.com/thewritersjourney (Facebook) and http://www.instagram.com/laurasaridavis (Instagram)!  SUBSCRIBE & LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW and share it with other women over 50 who want to redesign their lives to a one that they love. https://paypal.me/shellydrymon?locale.x=en_US ( ) Join our https://www.facebook.com/groups/aliferedesigned/ (Facebook Group)!    Connect with me on https://www.facebook.com/shelly.drymon.96 (Facebook) and https://www.linkedin.com/in/shellydrymon/ (LinkedIn). Check out our website at http://www.womenover50aliferedesigned.com (www.womenover50aliferedesigned.com) Support this podcast

How can a mother and daughter reconcile when they cannot agree on the most basic of truths? As the author of Courage to Heal, Laura Davis became an advocate for women (and some men) who had experienced incest. But her mother Temme could not accept that Laura's grandfather had been her molester. Through years of struggle, they formed a relationship despite the hurt caused by Temme's inability to come to terms with the truth. Laura continued to heal from her trauma, creating a life of love and connection. When her mother precipitously moved to face the end of her life with Laura and her family, they would have one last chance to heal together, whether they shared the same view of history or not.

How can a mother and daughter reconcile when they cannot agree on the most basic of truths? As the author of Courage to Heal, Laura Davis became an advocate for women (and some men) who had experienced incest. But her mother Temme could not accept that Laura's grandfather had been her molester. Through years of struggle, they formed a relationship despite the hurt caused by Temme's inability to come to terms with the truth. Laura continued to heal from her trauma, creating a life of love and connection. When her mother precipitously moved to face the end of her life with Laura and her family, they would have one last chance to heal together, whether they shared the same view of history or not.

How can a mother and daughter reconcile when they cannot agree on the most basic of truths? As the author of Courage to Heal, Laura Davis became an advocate for women (and some men) who had experienced incest. But her mother Temme could not accept that Laura's grandfather had been her molester. Through years of struggle, they formed a relationship despite the hurt caused by Temme's inability to come to terms with the truth. Laura continued to heal from her trauma, creating a life of love and connection. When her mother precipitously moved to face the end of her life with Laura and her family, they would have one last chance to heal together, whether they shared the same view of history or not.

Laura Davis discusses her memoir The Burning Light of Two Stars.

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