episode 10: We All Need Safe People

Isolation and inadequate support is a stark and unfortunate reality for many trauma survivors, particularly survivors of relational trauma, especially childhood trauma. Cristina is no exception. It took Cristina, and it takes survivors a lot of courage to ASK FOR HELP, and there’s no easy answer or way to learn how to do so. We have to take the leap, and indeed it is very hard. Join Joel and Cristina as they talk about how Joel became Cristina’s safe person for life. You’ve already come to know Joel as a dear childhood friend of Cristina’s, now you can take a closer looK at this important side of their special relationship. Cristina talks about the importance of being our own safe person FIRST, and shares her definitions on the different types of “safe people.” Joel shares his (very humble) tips for other safe people, and how he’s benefitted from being one. Customary to all of our episodes, they warm up their talk with an MHM (Mental Health Moment), Cristina’s coming back story updates and clarifications & additions related to prior episodes. 

CONTENT SENSITIVITY NOTE: reference to aspects of Cristina’s darkest times pursuant to her IPV abuse are made. 

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This episode was shot on December 3, 2024 in our virtual studio. Sound quality may differ between speakers.

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