I’m Still Here: Gabby’s Story of Survival, Stigma, and the Fight to Be Understood

In today’s episode, I sit down with Gabby — a 35-year-old mother of four, who has walked through trauma most people can’t even imagine. From losing her husband in a shocking arrest, to battling substance use, to navigating the emotional wreckage of CPS and custody loss — Gabby’s story is not just about survival, it’s about showing up raw and real even when the world refuses to see your humanity.

This episode is not easy. But it’s necessary.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re too broken to be loved, too exhausted to keep fighting, or too complicated to explain — Gabby’s story is here to remind you: you’re not alone, and your story isn't over.

Disclaimer: The title of this podcast and its contents are not intended to in any way promote, encourage, or advocate suicide or any form of self-harm. If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide and needs support, please call 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

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Episode Summary:

Total Runtime: ~43 min

0:00–1:30 – Opening & Trigger Warning

1:31–3:00 – Meet Gabby

3:01–6:00 – Trauma Origins

6:01–10:00 – The Day Everything Collapsed

10:01–14:00 – Seeking Help, Being Punished

14:01–17:30 – Messages to Her Younger Self

17:31–21:00 – Parenting & Grandparents

21:01–24:30 – BPD Mythbusting

24:31–28:30 – Love, Triggers & Relationships

28:31–32:30 – Therapy & Memory Loss

32:31–35:30 – Future Self Letter

35:31–38:30 – Society’s Stigma vs. Personal Truth

38:31–41:12 – Closing Thoughts & Contact

41:13–43:24 – Outro & Crisis Resources

Episode Resources:

• Website: https://www.showmegrace.org/
• Connect with the Host: Nicole Darby: [e-mail]:Host and Podcast Producer: Nicole DarbyMusic Producer of Podcast’s Intro Music: DJtheIIISound Engineer: Stefan Mitroi