Episode Details

In this episode, Laura is joined by Heather Speakman, a busy mom of four passionate about sharing her stories of healing and growth. She hopes sharing her struggles will help others feel seen and heard. Heather shares people's stories of bravery on her podcast from Broken to Brave. She recently separated from her husband of 18 years. She believes that even in the pain, there is beauty to come from the ashes. Laura and Heather dive into the complexities of their lives, discussing past relationships, early marriages, and the unimaginable loss of a child. Heather further shares the importance of finding happiness within oneself, especially during challenging times. Reflecting on her journey through divorce, she emphasizes the significance of self-accountability, recounting conversations with her therapist and daughter, Tristan. She bravely opens up about her journey towards self-love and emphasizes the importance of internal validation over seeking external approval. They discuss the power of vulnerability, the impacts of past experiences on relationships, and the significance of acknowledging and learning from one's own story. 

Tune in now and learn!

[01:09] Heather’s background

[08:27] Heather's life-shaping relationships and family dynamics

[20:00] The complexities of grieving individually and as a couple

[23:35] Understanding how past experiences shape present actions and relationships

[30:33] The challenges of strong, expressive women and their effect on relationships 

[33:47] The Significance of authentic living, ignoring external judgment, and embracing growth

[37:42]  The importance of recognizing and resisting the pressure to be smaller or quieter in a relationship

[42:38] The coping strategies Heather used to solidify her departure from a toxic relationship

[43:58] The healing power of journaling for emotional release

[49:15] Seeking healing, validation, and contentment amid past struggles and family dynamics

[50:45]  Opportunities for healing through honest apologies and discussions with adult children

[01:12:33] The healing power of expressing gratitude and vulnerability in relationships

[01:15:35] EEG brain-training protocol for personal and family healing, growth, and neuropathway development.

• It was always difficult because we were always on this healing path. Right. But we could never line it up.
• If you're not working with somebody to tell you where the issues are, you'll never know why it affected you the way it did. We don't make choices in a vacuum. We were taught how to make them.
• Nobody can save you but you. 
• It's okay to talk to other people and all those things, but I think in the end, we do not have to ask the opinion of everyone all the time.

FOLLOW THE PODCAST:  http://www.thatswhereimatpodcast.com

AMAZON JOURNALS STORE:  https://www.amazon.com/stores/Laura-Richards/author/B09TX5ZW46?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

From Broken To Brave Podcast with Heather Speakman: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-broken-to-brave-podcast/id1614102331

From Broken To Brave Podcast with Heather Speakman: