What happens when you begin to lose your voice? How do you regain it?

In this powerful episode of the mercyCast, Vanessa Abraham, author of the new book, Speechless: How a Speech Therapist Lost Her Ability to Speak and Her Silent Struggle to Reclaim Her Voice and Life, shares her inspiring journey of healing and recovery, diving deep into themes of compassion, trauma, and reclaiming one's voice. Through honest conversations about mental health, identity, and self-acceptance, Vanessa explores how community support and resilience play a vital role in overcoming adversity. Her story is a testament to the transformative power of healing and the importance of owning your truth on the path to recovery.

Highlights and takeaways from the conversation:

• We often hide our struggles, but they remain present.
• Losing one's voice can lead to an identity crisis.
• The journey to reclaiming voice is terrifying yet transformative.
• Grief and pain can lead to dark thoughts.
• Practicing gratitude can help ground us in difficult times.
• Community support is crucial for healing and recovery.
• Our thoughts shape our reality and identity.
• Finding joy in small moments can foster resilience.
• It's important to acknowledge the impact of trauma on loved ones.
• We are not alone in our struggles; community can lift us up.

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