Today's episode is a bit different. Rather than featuring a guest who shares their creative passion, community, or skills, I'm featuring a conversation with Kimmie Nowak. Someone who has experienced some serious challenges in her life, but who has recently discovered the creativity of finding her voice, taking on challenges that pushed her outside of her comfort zone, and found a new approach and vision of what her life can be, and who she can be as well. We talk about the challenges Kimmie has faced including homelessness, job loss, toxic/abusive relationships, divorce, and a lot more. But we also talk about her ideas for a podcast that might involve a virtual bonfire party, and conversations with guests who have found their paths through life and can provide tips that others may find useful.
Kimmie acknowledges that she has carried a chip on her shoulder for a long time, due in part to her own personality, but also as a result of things that happened to her in the past and recent past. But she's learning to listen to her heart and move forward in a way that she hopes will bring positive relationships, realize her hopes for life, and connect her to a community that appreciates her for who she is, and what she brings.
I hope our discussion brings you inspiration! Thanks for listening.
Please note: Our conversation was edited to remove personal details and situations to maintain the privacy of others involved in the situations discussed. We also had an issue with our connection on Zoom, running into frozen video and occasional loss of sound, so I am offering this conversation via audio only.
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Article on Childhood Trauma and Adult Relationships from PsychCentral
6 Tips for Ending a Cycle of Unhealthy Relationships from Psychology Today
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