90. Kidnapped then Escaped. But Her Body Kept the Score

At 15, Kara Robinson Chamberlain was kidnapped. While her remarkable bravery and quick thinking allowed her to escape, the coping mechanisms she employed to survive impeded her ability to heal from the ordeal. In this harrowing episode, Kara dives into the importance of authentic emotions in healing, and the dangers of toxic positivity culture. She sheds light on the complexity of trauma and its long-term effects on the mind and body. She also shares how the experience led her to a career in law enforcement, educating and empowering other survivors of traumatic experiences.In this episode:Long term effects of trauma on the body. The importance and impact of victim advocacy. Different ways PTSD can present itself. Disassociation of the body.How to begin true healing.Establishing safety and body autonomy as a mother.Links & Resources:Instagram: @kararobinsonchamberlainTwitter: @KR_ChamberlainFacebook: Kara Robinson ChamberlainYouTube: @karachamberlainTikTok: @kararobinsonchamberlainCharity: South Carolina Victim Assistance NetworkIf you enjoy listening to the show and find value and inspiration in the stories you hear, we hope you'll consider supporting our work and becoming an All The Wiser member.As a thank you for your support, we give you early, ad free access, exclusive content, Zoom meetups with Kimi and the team, and much more. Join us and BECOME A MEMBER ON PATREON!Or contribute what you can by making a custom pledge.Follow the show at @allthewiserpodcast on Instagram.Keep the conversation going! Join our new Facebook group and connect with other listeners like you!Stay in the know with all things All The Wiser! Sign up for our newsletter for personal reflections from Kimi, new episodes, and recommendations from our team!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy