Tanner Keegan Read
Tanner Keegan Read
Escaping Abuse to Thriving with Julie Barth
Escaping Abuse to Thriving with Julie Barth
Escaping Abuse to Thriving with Julie Barth
Thursday 21st August 2025
Join Julie Barth on Retrieving Sanity as she shares her inspiring journey from surviving abuse to thriving, emphasizing self-advocacy and caregiving.
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57 minutes
hopeful
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empowering
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Author:
Tanner Keegan Read
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Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Body & Mind
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Julie Barth shares her journey through emotional and financial abuse.
- The significance of self-advocacy and empowerment during hardship.
- Insights into caregiving for loved ones with severe health issues.
- Challenges of parenting a child with special needs.
- Finding strength in vulnerability and overcoming grief.
You are not alone, you're not crazy, and you can make it to the other side.
In this compelling episode of Retrieving Sanity, host Keegan engages in an in-depth conversation with Julie Barth, an author and survivor of immense personal tragedy. Julie's story is one of resilience and hope, as she navigated the complex challenges of emotional and financial abuse, caregiving for her terminally ill husband, and raising a daughter with special needs. Julie Barth, known for her book 'Notes from Blackberry,' shares how she documented her experiences through snippets written on her Blackberry.
This unique writing process stemmed from her frequent trips to the hospital, where her husband received treatment for stage four pancreatic cancer. Her journey was marked by the struggle to understand her daughter's health issues, having traveled extensively to find answers. The episode delves into the multifaceted role of caregiving, particularly as a mother, and the emotional toll it takes.
Julie's narrative underscores the importance of self-advocacy, as she describes planting her flag and asserting her right to stand firm despite challenges. Her experiences highlight the courage and fortitude required to navigate toxic relationships and the societal pressures that often accompany them. Julie and Keegan discuss the impact of grief and loss, emphasizing the necessity of finding strength in vulnerability.
They explore the notion that even in the darkest times, the truth eventually comes to light, offering hope to those who feel trapped in similar situations. The conversation wraps up with a look to the future, as Julie hints at a forthcoming second book, suggesting that her journey is far from over. Her story serves as a beacon of hope for listeners, encouraging them to prioritize their well-being and seek support when needed.
Listeners are invited to explore more of Julie's work and connect with the Retrieving Sanity community for further insights and support.