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🔒 Prison environments are anything but healing or rehabilitative. As correctional staff, we’re trained to never trust, never share, avoid admitting fault, and hide any sign of weakness from inmates.
But if building rapport and relationships is key to helping others heal, then removing that means a huge part of rehabilitation—and even therapy—is completely missing.
Join your Ex-Prison Shrinks, Dr. Teralyn and Therapist Jenn, on The Gaslit Truth Podcast as we expose the harsh realities of the prison system and the hidden, non-rehabilitative truths that civilians never hear about. 🎙️
Tune in now!!!🎙️✨

Ever wondered what really happens behind prison walls? Forget the glamorized TV portrayals; we’re pulling back the curtain on the stark realities faced by inmates and staff alike. In this episode, Jen opens up about her journey with the Gaslit Truth podcast, celebrating its success and the deep connection with our listeners. Your feedback drives our mission, validating our efforts to offer a supportive space for those grappling with gaslighting. We hear firsthand the impact our work has had through your powerful stories, and it fuels our commitment to continue this meaningful venture.

Next, we tackle the often-hidden trauma of prison life, debunking the myths perpetuated by social media and television. Jen and I share personal experiences that highlight the severe challenges of reentry into society, from lack of support structures to the overwhelming logistics of starting over. We discuss the ethical dilemmas and necessary lifestyle changes that come with working in corrections, including the safety measures we’ve taken to protect our families. These revelations paint a vivid picture of the emotional and psychological toll that prison work imposes on everyone involved.

Finally, we expose critical flaws in the addiction treatment and rehabilitation system within prisons. The conversation covers everything from problematic recidivism rates to inadequate therapeutic support, drawing striking parallels between the experiences of inmates and military personnel. The episode ends with our reflections on the unique social dynamics within prisons and our heartfelt gratitude to our listeners. We encourage everyone to stay curious and practice self-care, and we’re excited to tease some incredible upcoming guests. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe, and reach out to us at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.com.

 💬 Have you or someone you know faced these challenges? Share your story in the comments below and join us in raising awareness about this important issue.
🚫 One key aspect we'll discuss is that what you see in movies and even in reality TV about prisons and jails is grossly inaccurate. How do we know? Because we were there!  
🚨 TRIGGER WARNING: For those of you who believe that state, federal or county employees in corrections, fire or police “have it made” - this is an episode to listen to, mindfully and without judgment. The mental and physical harm caused to individuals within these occupations is very real and traumatic for many. 

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