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January 3, 2025 49 mins

In this deeply moving episode of Sharing Without Shame, host Donna Marston welcomes Martha Burich, a compassionate mentor and life coach, to discuss healing from trauma and addiction. Martha shares her personal story of feeling unwanted as a child and how she has come to terms with her past, emphasizing the importance of forgiveness and understanding generational pain. Through her holistic coaching methods, Martha has empowered many individuals to find clarity and purpose in their lives, drawing from her own journey of self-discovery and recovery. Together, Donna and Martha explore the challenges of overcoming fear, anxiety, and substance use disorders. They delve into the impacts of unresolved childhood trauma, often at the root of addiction, and discuss practical strategies for emotional healing. Key takeaways include recognizing triggers, practicing acceptance, and taking daily steps to foster self-awareness and growth. Their candid conversation underscores the necessity of addressing emotional wounds to break cycles of shame and self-sabotage. The episode concludes with actionable advice for families and individuals navigating the complexities of addiction and recovery. Martha highlights the value of community support, effective communication, and finding purpose through helping others. Listeners are left with a message of hope: healing is possible, one step at a time, when we face our struggles with courage and share our stories without shame. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, like, and leave a review. For more information about Donna and the services she offers, visit Sharing Without Shame or email her at donna4support@comcast.net Sponsors: Experience Inner Peace with Calming Therapy Bracelets Website: ⁠https://snappbandz.com/ Use SWOS or SharingWithoutShame code Thank you for tuning in! May your faith and strength heal your heart.

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