Louise Barnett
Louise Barnett
Two Ways Out: Breaking the Silence Around Suicide | A Conversation with Laura
Two Ways Out: Breaking the Silence Around Suicide | A Conversation with Laura
Two Ways Out: Breaking the Silence Around Suicide | A Conversation with Laura
Monday 9th March 2026
Laura shares her journey through PTSD and panic disorder, revealing the power of storytelling in mental health recovery.
62 minutes
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Louise Barnett
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Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Body & Mind
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Laura shares her experience growing up in a mental health facility.
- She discusses the impact of her mother's suicide on her life.
- Writing her memoir helped Laura process her trauma.
- Laura offers memoir writing services to help others tell their stories.
- The episode highlights the importance of breaking the stigma around mental health.
To me, there's only one way out, and that's going through it.
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? In this episode of Together S.O.B.E.R., Laura, founder of My Truth Memoir Writing Services, shares her powerful story of resilience. Growing up in a home that doubled as a mental health facility, Laura faced immense challenges, including the tragic suicide of her mother when she was just 17.
Her candid recounting of dealing with PTSD and panic disorder reveals the complexities of living with mental illness while raising a family and maintaining a career as a special education teacher. Laura’s journey is one of survival and transformation, as she moves from silently carrying trauma to helping others share their stories with courage and honesty. Her memoir, 'Two Ways Out,' serves to break the silence around suicide and mental health, offering a space for healing and connection.
Louise Barnett hosts this emotional conversation, exploring themes of family dynamics, personal resilience, and the power of storytelling. You'll find Laura's insights on mental health both moving and relatable, as she discusses how writing became a lifeline for her and others. If you're interested in how personal narratives can inspire change and offer solace, this episode is not to be missed.