25. More Than One Thing Can Be True - A Story of Survival with Caroline Brunne
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Meet Caroline Brunne—a survivor coach, author, professional speaker, and entrepreneur. Caroline has transformed her traumatic experiences of childhood sexual abuse and incest into a beacon of hope and strength for others. Through her memoir, "More Than One Thing Can Be True: A Story of Survival," Caroline shares her healing journey, offering a raw and poignant account that encourages survivors to reclaim their voices and overcome the silence imposed by shame.
Key Takeaways:
- Healing Through Storytelling: Caroline discusses how writing her memoir has been a vital part of her healing process and the courage it took to share her story publicly.
- Family and Community Response: She opens up about the reactions from her family and community when she broke her silence, and the impact of her memoir over the past two years.
- Support and Coaching: As a survivor coach, Caroline explains the unique ways she supports her clients, emphasising the difference between counselling and coaching.
- Intersectionality and Advocacy: Caroline sheds light on the unique challenges faced by Black, Indigenous, and Women of Colour in the context of sexual abuse, especially within predominantly white spaces and the media.
- Practical Advice for Caregivers: Offering valuable advice for parents and caregivers on how to better protect children from abuse.
- Overcoming Fear: Caroline explores the interplay between fear and bravery in her journey and how it shapes her approach to her work.
Give Away
I'm offering a special giveaway! Share this episode on your Instagram stories or page, tag Caroline and myself, and let us know your key takeaway. You'll be entered into a draw to win a signed copy of Caroline’s memoir, "More Than One Thing Can Be True: A Story of Survival."
Caroline Brunne
Website: https://carolinebrunne.com/
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroline-brunne/
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