Empowering Change: Overcoming Childhood Trauma
Episode Overview
Sara Navratil’s journey overcoming childhood trauma The role of imagination in personal healing Impact of Success Principles training Building supportive communities through podcasting Frank King's influence and network connectivity
"I have struggled so much in my life overcoming, as you know, past sexual abuse and shame-based parenting."
In this episode of Mental Health News Radio, host Kristin Sunanta Walker is joined by Sara Navratil, a new podcaster on the network. Sara’s show, Rewrite Your Life, focuses on her inspiring journey of overcoming early childhood abuse and the subsequent challenges she faced, including PTSD. As a certified Canfield Success Principles trainer, Sara shares how these principles have profoundly impacted her life, enabling her to foster a positive outlook and take control of her personal narrative.
Sara recounts her experiences growing up with a narcissistic parent and the severe emotional toll it took on her, leading to a significant breakdown in her 30s. The onset of PTSD was a wake-up call, prompting her to seek healing and empowerment. With the help of imagination techniques and rewriting past experiences, Sara found a pathway to recovery and personal growth.
The episode delves into the power of imagination as a tool for rewriting one's life, emphasizing the importance of mental health and emotional healing. Sara talks candidly about her struggles and triumphs, offering hope to others facing similar challenges. Kristin highlights the supportive role of the Mental Health News Radio Network in fostering open discussions about mental wellbeing. She acknowledges the contributions of Frank King in connecting inspiring individuals like Sara to the network, creating a vibrant community.
Listeners are encouraged to explore Sara's podcast and join the network's ongoing conversation about mental health, healing, and personal empowerment.