85: The power of our story

Published: Feb. 5, 2018, 8:30 a.m.

Shame thrives in the dark. Sharing our story and having ourselves reflected out in the world releases that shame. Sometimes we feel relief right away. Sometimes it takes time.\xa0\nToday I want to talk with you about what happens for you when you hear another person share their pregnancy, loss or postpartum story. I\u2019m talking specifically to the people who are or have experienced a perinatal mood change like depression, anxiety, ptsd, bipolar or psychosis. Or a pregnancy loss. Or a situation similar to yours. What is your experience when you hear others talk about what they went through? What happens for you in your mind, body and soul?\nThere seems to be such power in listening and being reflected out in the world. In fact, I know there is power in that because it was my experience too\u2026.\nThe hope of this podcast and platform is to offer some way that you are\xa0all reflected out in the world. There will be parts of your story that are reflected here in our discussions, maybe not in a single episode, but across several.\nIf there are moms or dads listening who DO want to share here on the podcast, please reach out to me at momandmind@gmail.com\xa0\nFor some, This may not be the place you feel comfortable, so search for a place that you do. There are really great people doing work that may better reflect your needs.\nFor this and all episodes of Mom & Mind, please find us at:\nwww.momandmind.com\nConnect with us!\nFacebook: Mom & Mind\nFacebook Group: Mom & Mind Connection\nTwitter: @drkaeni\nInstagram: @momandmind\nFor Sponsorship and Guest Inquiries, please email momandmind@gmail.com\nDr. Kat meets with clients in her Claremont, CA office or Online with anyone in the state of California. If you're looking for help, please reach out drkaeni@gmail.com