Fully Undressed: A Candid Mother-Daughter Dialogue on Healing from Trauma
My hope in talking about it is, I genuinely believe it needs to be normalized and discussed more.
What happens when you sit down with your daughter and peel back the layers of trauma, addiction, and recovery? In this powerful episode of 'Ordinary Courage', Vanisha Breault invites her daughter, Carissa Peterson, to share an unfiltered look at her journey through life's darkest moments. Carissa, who wears many hats as a wife, mother, entrepreneur, and daughter, opens up about the messy aftermath of trauma and abuse, and how she learned to navigate her path to recovery.
The conversation is raw and real, touching on the importance of taking responsibility for one's life and finding the beauty in the struggle. Carissa's story is a testament to the power of vulnerability and the strength found in community support. She describes her recovery as a 'poo poo platter', borrowing a term from Brene Brown's blog, highlighting that everyone's journey is unique.
This episode is a heartfelt reminder that healing is not a destination but a continuous process, made more manageable by open conversations and compassionate support. Whether you're dealing with trauma yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers a relatable and inspiring perspective on turning pain into purpose.