[Content Warning] : Child Sexual Abuse, Child Exploitation, Religious Abuse

Today, Jan is joined by Susan Doherty, to discuss the release of her new book “Monday Rent Boy.” She began her working life at Maclean’s Magazine in Toronto. After Maclean’s, she worked for a digital publishing company in Paris, and free-lanced for The International Herald Tribune, La Tribune de Genève, and The Independent in London. Back in Canada, she studied creative writing at the University of Toronto, Metropolitan University and Concordia University. Her award-winning debut novel, A Secret Music was published in 2015. Her second book, The Ghost Garden, the story of an Ottawa woman’s life-long struggle with schizophrenia won the Quebec Writers’ Federation Mavis Gallant Prize for Non-fiction prize in 2019. Her new novel, Monday Rent Boy debuted on March 20, 2024 and deals with issues of child exploitation. All of her writing centers around the issue of traumatized children navigating to adulthood free from addiction and living healthy, happy lives. In essence, what does it take for a child to become resilient?

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susandohertyhannaford.com
X: @susanpdoherty
Insta: Susanpdoherty

Buy Her New Book:
(NEW) Monday Rent Boy

Read the Article Written about Monday Rent Boy:
The Montreal Gazette: An Abusive Past

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In this series, Jan selects a word for each month to focus on, aiming to foster growth and challenge herself and her audience. This month, the focus is on “Renewal”. Today, Jan starts by observing the renewal of nature in her garden and the blooming of flowers. She then relates this to the concept of renewing aspects of our lives that may have lapsed or become stagnant. Jan talks about the importance of spring cleaning and letting go of old things that no longer serve us. She also explores the idea of renewing relationships and careers, as well as breaking old habits. Jan emphasizes the power of one decision and the joy that comes from renewal. She encourages listeners to commit to renewal and shares practical steps for achieving it.

Mentioned Resources:
Atomic Habits
Gertrude Stein
Mel Robbins
Oxford Dictionary

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[Content Warning]: Child sexual abuse, Intrafamilial Sexual Abuse

Today, we are thrilled to have Lynn Meyer back on our show to discuss her workbook 'No More Excuses: Let’s Heal For Real' and her journey of healing from childhood sexual abuse. Jan has been using Lynn’s workbook as a tool for healing in her Thrivivor community and has found it immensely beneficial. In this conversation, Jan and Lynn discuss various chapters in the workbook, including ‘Silent No More’ and ‘Pain to Power’. They explore moving forward and healing without an apology, emphasizing the importance of reminding survivors that it’s not their fault. Lynn also shares insights into the healing retreats she offers, which integrate various modalities such as nutrition, yoga, and massage.

Lynn is an Emotional Healing Coach, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and Licensed Professional Counselor. She’s been in the mental health field for 22 years helping families restore their relationships. After working for hospitals and other agencies, Lynn decided to go into private practice where she worked with adults. Before the pandemic Lynn wanted to serve women that had experienced trauma. She began working with women who had endured sexual abuse and domestic violence. Lynn has been coaching women of color for 5 years now, helping them to embrace their femininity, gain confidence, reinvigorate their relationships while rediscovering intimacy. Lynn is also a mother of 5 and wife whose purpose is to support women in and on their emotional healing so they can live the life they truly desire. Her teachings are simple but effective – she helps the women she serves, heal, and overcome trauma, feel safe and sexy in body and emotion.

Follow Lynn:
LynnMeyer.com
Insta: @TheHRTcoach

Buy Lynn’s Books:
No More Excuses: Let's Heal For Real

If you are someone you know is experiencing emotional distress or suicidal ideation, please access the resources below:

National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call/Text 988
National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN) : 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
National Alliance for Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264

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