This week I welcome, Alreen Haeggquist, a women's rights advocate, lawyer, and author of, “Fired Up: Fueling Triumph from Trauma.” Alreen discusses her journey to founding her own law firm, which specializes in cases of sexual abuse, harassment, and discrimination, with a focus on trauma-informed care.
The conversation explores Alreen's personal story of surviving sexual abuse within her family and how it has shaped her professional and advocacy work. She shares insights on the role of a survivor advocate in her firm, the importance of trauma-informed lawyering, and her transformative gratitude and meditation practices.
Alreen also touches on the impacts of the Me Too movement and the challenges of addressing sexual misconduct in male-dominated fields like medicine and the military. The episode concludes with Alreen providing advice for those considering legal action and emphasizing the importance of taking immediate steps toward healing.
Show Notes:
00:00 Introduction
01:51 Meet Alreen Haeggquist: Advocate and Lawyer
02:30 Founding a Female-Centric Law Firm
04:08 The Role of a Survivor Advocate
05:11 Trauma-Informed Lawyering
07:16 Alreen's Memoir: Fired Up, Fueling Triumph from Trauma
09:14 The Healing Journey and Empowerment
18:48 Impact of the Me Too Movement
24:35 Challenges in the Legal System
26:55 Supporting Survivors Through Legal Battles
28:47 Understanding Statute of Limitations for Abuse Cases
29:20 Challenges in Workplace Harassment Cases
30:34 The Impact of High-Profile Cases: Weinstein and Cosby
31:54 Power Dynamics in Medical and Military Fields
34:45 Unveiling Medical Field Abuses: 'At Your Cervix' Documentary
37:39 Writing and Family Reactions During Quarantine
42:22 The Power of Gratitude and Meditation Practices
47:44 Embracing Personal Power and Taking Action
51:10 Conclusion and Staying Connected
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