The Healing Power of Words: Grief, DID, and Compassion with Mary Fields

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Becoming Sound

krista-451

70 episodes

4 days ago

On the Becoming Sound podcast we explore the unique challenges faced by adult children of alcoholics. Join us as we share personal stories, engage in insightful expert interviews, and offer practical tips for navigating the complexities of growing up in environments shaped by addiction and dysfunction. We deep dive into the intricacies of our lives, examining how they influenced our identities. Discover tools for self-awareness, releasing old patterns, and how to build resilience. We will uncover the wisdom in the wounds and find humour and joy in the healing journey. https://kristazaft.com/

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The Healing Power of Words: Grief, DID, and Compassion with Mary Fields

Becoming Sound

28 minutes 34 seconds

2 weeks ago

The Healing Power of Words: Grief, DID, and Compassion with Mary Fields

In this episode of Becoming Sound, host Krista sits down with author Mary Fields, whose powerful memoir Forever in a Day delves into her lived experience of trauma, grief, and Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). Together, they explore the deep connection between writing, self-awareness, and healing, and how putting painful memories into words can become a catalyst for transformation.

Mary opens up about the loss of her father—the moment that inspired her to write—and how storytelling helped her process years of repressed memories and emotional pain. She speaks honestly about the foster care system, the impact of generational trauma, and her conscious decision to parent differently to break the cycle.

Mary reflects on the beauty of finding joy again, creating new traditions with her family, and using her voice to bring light to dark places.

Whether you’ve walked through grief, grown up in dysfunction, or are learning to rewrite your story, this episode is a reminder that healing is possible—and joy is worth reclaiming.

Episode Takeaways

Writing can be a powerful tool for processing trauma.
Grief and compassion are deeply intertwined.
The foster care system needs empathy-driven reform.
Breaking the cycle of trauma starts with awareness and choice.
Parenting differently is an act of healing and hope.
Joy can coexist with pain—and both are part of recovery.

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🔗 Website www.merryassistant.com

🔗 Author website - www.authormaryfields.com

FB/IG @merryassistant

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