Allison K. Dagney

The Emotional Abuse Recovery Podcast

Allison K. Dagney

  • Bonus EP: You Have a Story… So Why Haven’t You Told It Yet? Guest Author Heather Hutzel

Bonus EP: You Have a Story… So Why Haven’t You Told It Yet? Guest Author Heather Hutzel

Thursday 26th March 2026

Join Allison K. Dagney and Heather Hutzel as they explore storytelling as a tool for healing and transformation in emotional abuse recovery.
56 minutes
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About this podcast

The Emotional Abuse Recovery Podcast
Author:
Allison K. Dagney
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery from Trauma
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
Mindful Recovery
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Unleashing Your Story: A Journey of Healing and Transformation

Episode Overview

  • Your story matters and can impact others.
  • The hero's journey is a powerful storytelling structure.
  • Transformation in stories mirrors personal growth.
  • Common writing mistakes include lack of structure.
  • Choose the meaning you assign to life events.
"We may not get to choose every single event in our life, but we always get to decide what it means to us."
Get ready to be moved by the powerful stories shared in this episode of The Emotional Abuse Recovery Podcast. Allison K. Dagney, a survivor of emotional abuse, sits down with Heather Hutzel, an accomplished author and storytelling coach. Heather has penned over 20 books and is passionate about helping others tell their stories.
She shares a deeply personal tale of loss and transformation, revealing how the passing of her beloved dog became a turning point in her life and career as a novelist. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of how we can choose the meaning of our life events and use storytelling as a tool for healing and empowerment. Heather breaks down the hero's journey, illustrating how the transformation of characters in stories can mirror our own personal growth.
She discusses the common mistakes new authors make, such as not following a story structure or fearing judgment from others. Heather's insights are not just for aspiring authors but for anyone seeking to reframe their life experiences into a narrative of strength and resilience. If you've ever thought about writing your story but felt overwhelmed by where to start, this episode offers practical advice and encouragement.
Heather's approach is both compassionate and inspiring, reminding us that our stories matter and have the power to impact others profoundly. So, what are you waiting for? Grab your pen, or keyboard, and start crafting the next chapter of your life story.
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