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What happens when the systems meant to support us become the places that cause the most harm? In this deeply moving conversation, Jacob shares his journey from surviving personal trauma to creating spaces where others can reclaim their narratives.

Jacob's story begins with his own experience of feeling silenced after a difficult breakup, when he found himself without a platform to share his truth while his ex controlled the social narrative. This personal pain transformed into purpose when he launched his podcast "Power of the Narrative," creating space for people whose stories might otherwise go unheard. From working with families of missing persons to supporting those recovering from abuse, Jacob has developed a powerful approach to narrative justice that centers the voices of those who've been marginalized.

"I was labeled as too much throughout my life," Jacob explains, "and now I can hold space for stories that are deemed too much." This profound shift from being silenced to becoming a witness for others' truths forms the foundation of his developing nonprofit work, which aims to make mental health resources accessible regardless of financial status or identity. Through narrative healing circles and community-based support, he's reimagining what mental health care can look like when it's designed for those traditionally excluded from therapeutic spaces.

The conversation takes unexpected turns as we explore the complexities of support groups that sometimes cause harm, the power dynamics in storytelling, and the political dimensions of whose narratives get centered in public discourse. Jacob's insights into narrative domination - how some people control the stories told about relationships, communities, and even historical events - offers listeners valuable tools for recognizing and challenging these patterns in their own lives.

What emerges is a powerful reminder that reclaiming our stories is essential not just for personal healing but for creating more just communities. As Jacob powerfully notes, "If they can choose their narratives, why can't people who want to heal do that too?" His work stands as an invitation for all of us to consider how we might better support others in telling their truths and how we might more authentically tell our own.

Find Power of the Narrative: https://open.spotify.com/show/1AhVcR2NBwstdm4C4qPrUQ

To connect with Jacob check here: https://www.powerofthenarrative.com/

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