#foryou #podcast #interview  Stardyy grew up in a chaotic home where her dad was absent, and her mom became obsessively controlling — even stalking her and trapping her in her room until social services stepped in. At 22, she moved to a new city hoping for a fresh start but ended up homeless multiple times, working in the sex trade and battling OCD and complex PTSD. Links: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/stardyy.v?igsh=MWo2MzFndHBhYTFuMA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@stardyproductions?si=fejPdPzzHZAvEOwY TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@stardyy.v?_t=ZP-8xDhqGIvQBr&_r=1 SNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/61RZjXtl SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7otppdnmzvfDk7WPqJS4Fn?si=R_lYFQhoQFyNKa9qaQmfIQ YOUTUBE MUSIC: https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=O4j-odt8OMQ&si=aqqpp4UNaPvjIqAJ APPLE MUSIC: https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/stardyy/1816268966 00:00:00 What early signs of parental control can look like love or generosity? 00:00:41 How can material gifts secretly be a form of manipulation? 00:01:04 Why do some parents stop their kids from becoming independent? 00:01:24 How does growing up biracial influence identity and belonging? 00:02:06 What happens when a parent forbids sports, hobbies, and friendships? 00:02:53 What does it mean when parents sleep in separate rooms for years? 00:03:06 How does never hearing “I love you” shape emotional development? 00:03:43 What are the long-term effects of extreme helicopter parenting? 00:05:23 How can social isolation in childhood distort a sense of reality? 00:06:06 Why would a parent falsely claim their child has special needs? 00:07:17 What psychological damage comes from being turned against a parent? 00:08:21 How can manipulation escalate into false accusations and control? 00:09:53 What does custody manipulation look like in emotionally abusive homes? 00:11:07 How do abusers use dependence to maintain lifelong control? 00:13:16 Why do schools and counselors often overlook covert abuse? 00:14:33 What makes someone realize their “normal” childhood wasn’t normal? 00:16:10 How can strict parenting lead to social anxiety and fear of freedom? 00:18:30 What happens when friends or neighbors report abuse—and nothing changes? 00:20:23 How do abusers convince outsiders they’re the victim? 00:22:15 Why do children of controlling parents confuse protection with love? 00:24:18 What does public humiliation look like in coercive parent–child relationships? 00:27:31 How do peers react when they finally witness hidden family control? 00:31:01 What survival tactics help kids navigate psychological captivity? 00:36:13 Why do child-protection systems so often fail victims of covert abuse? 00:41:45 How does learned helplessness form in controlled children? 00:46:12 What happens psychologically after finally escaping a parent’s control? 00:49:58 Why do abusers keep stalking or harassing their victims even after separation? 00:54:36 How do trauma survivors rebuild trust and reclaim independence? 00:59:20 What lasting fears remain after being raised in isolation and control? 01:02:44 How can survivors of covert parental abuse find healing and identity again? Topics: Childhood Trauma, Mental Health, OCD, PTSD, Parental Control, Emotional Abuse If you have a unique story you'd like to share on the podcast, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ZiHgdoK4PLRAddiB9 or send an email to wereallinsanepodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#podcast #sponsored #foryou #ad  SPONSORED BY: OLLIE |  Take the guesswork out of your dog's well-being. Go to https://www.ollie.com/insane and use code insane to get 60% off your first box! JASPER | https://jaspr.co CODE INSANE for $300 off Jasmine thought she was making a healthy choice when she picked up a “wellness tonic” she had heard about on a popular podcast—marketed as a safe, natural alternative to alcohol. What she didn’t know was that it contained kratom, now being called “gas station heroin.” Jasmine's Links:  Kratom addiction recovery support group: https://www.skool.com/kratom-addiction-recovery-1590 TikTok: Jasmine (Sobriety & Recovery) (@jasmineadeoye_) | TikTok Change.org to ban the sale of Feel Free and you can find the petition here: https://chng.it/g6ZywhwTTD 00:00:00 What are kratom extracts and why are they called “gas station heroin”? 00:00:33 How do binge drinking and daily weed use shape long-term coping? 00:00:58 Can relationships in college reinforce unhealthy substance patterns? 00:01:42 Why does moving to a new city often amplify social drinking? 00:04:00 How do people successfully quit alcohol and cannabis cold turkey? 00:04:39 Do you have to end certain friendships to stay sober? 00:05:53 Are alcohol alternatives helpful—or just another crutch? 00:07:27 What’s inside those tiny “social tonic” blue shots? 00:08:06 Why do labeling and serving-size gaps on wellness shots matter? 00:09:12 What’s the difference between kava and kratom? 00:10:11 What are common first-time side effects of kratom extracts? 00:12:07 Are “too good to be true” wellness highs a red flag? 00:13:17 How fast does tolerance build with kratom extracts? 00:13:28 Can work stress quietly fuel daily dependence? 00:15:02 Why do shorter highs lead to compulsive redosing? 00:15:26 How can “wellness” branding hide addiction warning signs? 00:16:11 What are early signs of dependence without physical withdrawals? 00:16:43 How much can a kratom-extract habit cost per day or month? 00:19:16 What happens when a “tolerance break” turns into a binge? 00:20:12 Why do some people hide use—even from supportive family? 00:21:05 What do emotional withdrawals feel like when you suddenly stop? 00:22:57 Is kratom an opioid—or just opioid-like in the brain? 00:26:03 How do unregulated gas-station sales raise health risks? 00:35:04 What does 9–12 bottles a day actually look like? 00:36:02 When does performance slip and job risk spike? 00:36:25 What does spending $120/day (≈$3–3.5k/month) do to finances? 00:47:06 How fast can severe withdrawal hit—and why go to the ER? 00:48:11 What does day-one withdrawal feel like (restless legs, no sleep)? Topics: Addiction, Botanic Tonics, Sobriety, Kratom, Recovery If you have a unique story you'd like to share on the podcast, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ZiHgdoK4PLRAddiB9 or send an email to wereallinsanepodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#foryou #podcast #sponsored #ad SPONSORED BY: RULA | Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/INSANE #rulapod ONESKIN | Get 15% off OneSkin with the code DEVORAH at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod JASPER | https://jaspr.co CODE INSANE for $300 off Sally spent 5 years trapped in her house and 2 years on her bathroom floor as her phobias spiraled out of control. From emetophobia to agoraphobia, her world shrank until she could barely survive. 00:00:00 What early experiences can create intense separation anxiety? 00:00:33 How can a single movie moment trigger a lifelong phobia? 00:02:26 What does a first major mental health spiral look like in adolescence? 00:04:28 How can an unexpected interruption change a life-or-death decision? 00:06:18 What is it like to be admitted for inpatient mental health care for the first time? 00:09:34 How do early medication trials affect mood and behavior? 00:10:14 Why do inpatient nights sometimes feel terrifying? 00:11:16 What coping skills are actually taught during group therapy? 00:11:35 Why do some patients “mask” progress to get discharged? 00:12:06 How do safety incidents inside facilities shape trust? 00:12:41 What happens in the first days after discharge? 00:15:25 How did extended isolation reshape anxiety and routine? 00:16:01 Why can a normal drive suddenly trigger a full-blown panic attack? 00:17:03 How does a long vomiting-free streak feed emetophobia? 00:18:45 Why do panic patterns generalize into everyday avoidance? 00:19:59 When does radical honesty with clinicians become a turning point? 00:20:35 What does “regression” look like when leaving home feels impossible? 00:22:05 How can one reliable friend become a lifeline? 00:23:16 Why do school and work attendance collapse under severe anxiety? 00:26:31 Can planning a big life change create hope—or pressure? 00:28:08 What happens when daytime successes unravel at night? 00:30:09 When is a gap year an act of survival rather than delay? 00:30:26 What drives someone to sleep on a bathroom floor for months? 00:33:06 How can tiny exposure steps start rebuilding confidence? 00:33:13 What’s the difference between dizziness and feared vertigo? 00:34:54 Why do basic hygiene tasks become so hard during intense anxiety? 00:35:31 What does a weekly relapse cycle reveal about stress triggers? 00:35:54 How do new relationships test recovery progress? 00:39:53 How can a sudden ear symptom reignite health anxiety overnight? 00:40:21 What does the most severe phase of avoidance actually look like? 00:40:51 How do medication changes complicate symptoms and recovery? Topics: Phobias, Fear, Isolation, Anxiety If you have a unique story you'd like to share on the podcast, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ZiHgdoK4PLRAddiB9 or send an email to wereallinsanepodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#foryou #podcast #sponsored #ad  SPONSORED BY:  BIOPTIMIZERS | https://bioptimizers.com/insane CODE INSANE for 15% off CURED | https://www.curednutrition.com/insane CODE INSANE  Stack my 20% off code INSANE on the 10% off Best Seller Bundle! JASPER | https://jaspr.co CODE INSANE for $300 off Weston shares the heartbreaking story of losing his wife during childbirth — a moment that forever changed his life. From holding his newborn in the NICU to navigating single fatherhood, deep grief, and eventual healing, this conversation explores what it means to keep moving—one step at a time. Weston’s Links: Invite Weston to speak! Reach out via email to: info@westonbrandon.com Website: www.westonbrandon.com Get the book "The Overhaul":  www.westonbrandon.com/the-book Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/weston.brandon.77 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/westonbrandonspeaker TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@westongbrandon YouTube: https://youtube.com/@westonbrandonspeaker LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/weston-brandon-62b38b349? 00:00:00 What happens when happiness and heartbreak collide in the same moment? 00:01:00 Why do some medical terms feel unnecessarily harsh? 00:01:40 How early in pregnancy do lungs fully develop? 00:02:15 Can a random social activity change your entire future? 00:03:00 Why do gut feelings sometimes push us in strange directions? 00:03:40 How can playfulness break down walls between strangers? 00:04:30 Why do silly moments often turn into lasting memories? 00:05:20 How does honesty about past mistakes affect relationships? 00:06:20 Why does sharing secrets early build stronger bonds? 00:07:10 Can whirlwind romances really last long term? 00:08:05 Why do some couples choose to marry in secret? 00:09:00 How does financial security influence family planning? 00:09:50 Why do pregnancy complications appear without warning? 00:10:40 How does strict hospital bedrest affect mothers emotionally? 00:11:30 What are the risks of babies born extremely premature? 00:12:20 What is it like to meet a one-pound baby for the first time? 00:13:10 Why don’t all parents bond instantly with their newborns? 00:14:00 How do medical bills add to emotional stress during crises? 00:14:50 What does it feel like to lose a spouse suddenly? 00:15:40 Why are hospital waiting rooms so emotionally heavy? 00:16:30 How can faith both comfort and frustrate after tragedy? 00:17:20 Why is it important to be brutally honest in grief? 00:18:10 What makes children the reason some parents keep living? 00:19:00 Why does moving back home feel like starting life over? 00:19:50 How does grief change the way we see freedom? 00:20:40 Why do complicated feelings toward kids sometimes surface after trauma? 00:21:30 How can intentional presence transform parent-child bonds? 00:22:20 Why does music calm even the tiniest babies? 00:23:10 Can dating apps lead to healing after devastating loss? 00:24:00 Why do second chances in love appear when least expected? Topics: Child Birth, Loss, Widow, Grief, Fatherhood If you have a unique story you'd like to share on the podcast, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ZiHgdoK4PLRAddiB9 or send an email to wereallinsanepodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#foryou #podcast #sponsored #ad SPONSORED BY: BIOPTIMIZERS | https://bioptimizers.com/insane CODE INSANE for 15% off CURED | https://www.curednutrition.com/insane CODE INSANE Stack my 20% off code INSANE on the 10% off Best Seller Bundle! JASPER | https://jaspr.co CODE INSANE for $300 off In June 2014, Michelle’s dad murdered her mom and sister. She was at work when it happened, receiving a text from her father to come home, but she never made it—she was told to go to the police station, where she found out what he’d done. Michelle recounts everything that followed—starting with the funeral, how the family turned on her, and ending with a court battle that dragged on for nearly a decade. Michelle’s Links: Books: Motherless Daughters by Hope Edelman https://www.amazon.com/Motherless-Daughters-Legacy-Loss-Anniversary/dp/0738217735 Therapy Needs: https://mhanational.org/resources/finding-therapy/ 00:00:00 What questions do people ask most after a shocking family tragedy?00:01:06 Why is it so difficult to see red flags in those closest to us?00:02:22 How do unlikely beginnings shape long-term relationships?00:04:05 What impact does moving across countries have on a family’s story?00:06:20 Why do some struggles inside a marriage stay hidden for years?00:08:25 How does a child’s illness affect the entire family dynamic?00:10:12 What pressures can a demanding job put on someone in midlife?00:12:19 Why can happy milestones sometimes add unexpected stress?00:13:59 How does financial uncertainty trigger fear and instability?00:15:46 What small moments become haunting in hindsight?00:18:09 Why do urgent phone calls often carry unspoken dread?00:20:31 How does a single drive home change the course of life forever?00:23:10 Why does hearing the truth from officials feel like a movie scene?00:26:12 How can one night rewrite every relationship you have?00:30:07 What is it like to deliver devastating news to loved ones?00:33:26 Why does grief become more real when spoken out loud?00:36:40 How do cultural and family divides complicate mourning?00:39:22 What happens when you’re forced to plan a double funeral?00:42:00 Why do unanswered questions linger even after the truth is known?00:44:55 How do long legal battles reopen wounds for survivors?00:46:59 What does it mean to lose not just loved ones, but a home too?00:48:50 How do life milestones reveal the depth of missing parents?00:52:11 Why can grief resurface in unexpected, everyday triggers?00:56:07 How do traumatic events affect marriages and communication?01:00:01 Why are support systems so vital during times of trauma?01:03:15 How can reconnecting with family help in the healing journey?01:05:22 In what ways can tragedy transform someone’s identity forever? Topics: Family Tragedy, Survival, Loss, Betrayal, Trauma, Healing If you have a unique story you'd like to share on the podcast, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ZiHgdoK4PLRAddiB9 or send an email to wereallinsanepodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#foryou #podcast #sponsored #ad  SPONSORED BY:  LOLA BLANKETS |  https://www.lolablankets.com/insane CODE INSANE for 35% off Experience the world’s #1 blanket with Lola Blankets!! BIOPTIMIZERS | https://bioptimizers.com/insane CODE INSANE for 15% off CURED | https://www.curednutrition.com/insane CODE INSANE  Stack my 20% off code INSANE on the 10% off Best Seller Bundle! JASPER | https://jaspr.co CODE INSANE for $300 off What started as a solo birthday trip to Mexico turned into a messy situationship, a long-distance “love story,” and then the ultimate betrayal—Aly found out that her boyfriend was secretly getting married just steps away from where she was staying. Lies, gaslighting, and revenge that followed nearly broke her—especially while grieving the loss of her dad. Sharing her story changed everything. She took back her power, rebuilt her life, and turned her pain into purpose. Aly's Links:  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0PhQR6twj5ESmnulgIiiA6?si=DJ1oJNDWTm6AAHdzzHXzVg&nd=1&dlsi=1518021adf8f494b Instagram: @AlySpeaksUp 00:00:00 How can an unexpected trip change your life forever? 00:01:00 Why do people choose to travel alone on special occasions? 00:02:07 What happens when a stranger keeps seeking your attention? 00:04:13 How do small conversations create unexpected connections? 00:05:36 Why is it so hard to say “no” in uncomfortable situations? 00:08:25 What risks do people take when meeting someone new abroad? 00:09:48 Why do people sometimes ignore obvious red flags? 00:11:27 How can loneliness and heartbreak cloud judgment? 00:13:29 Why do outsiders often blame victims for their choices? 00:14:47 Can casual encounters create real emotional bonds? 00:17:35 Why is it difficult to say goodbye after a brief connection? 00:18:34 How can constant communication intensify emotions? 00:20:17 Why do relationships sometimes move at lightning speed? 00:21:47 What makes future promises so powerful to believe in? 00:23:56 How do shifting plans create doubt in a relationship? 00:25:35 Why do career changes affect personal commitments? 00:28:09 How does financial dependency begin in relationships? 00:30:28 What makes people feel obligated to bail others out? 00:32:33 Why do manipulative requests often escalate over time? 00:33:49 How can intimacy survive long-distance challenges? 00:35:22 Why do sudden tragedies deepen emotional control? 00:37:05 When do suspicions push people to investigate the truth? 00:39:20 How does waiting in uncertainty wear someone down? 00:41:13 Why is choosing yourself sometimes the hardest decision? 00:42:39 How can adjusting your plans reveal someone’s true intentions? 00:44:08 What do repeated excuses say about hidden motives? 00:45:30 How do final trips reveal the truth about a relationship? Topics: Betrayal, Revenge, Gaslighting, Secrets, Healing, Lies If you have a unique story you'd like to share on the podcast, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ZiHgdoK4PLRAddiB9 or send an email to wereallinsanepodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#foryou #podcast #sponsored #ad  SPONSORED BY:  OLLIE |  https://www.ollie.com/insane CODE INSANE for 60% off your first box of meals!  Take the online quiz and introduce Ollie to your pet. #toknowthemistolovethem  BIOPTIMIZERS | bioptimizers.com/insane CODE INSANE for 15% off CURED | www.curednutrition.com/insane CODE INSANE  Stack my 20% off code INSANE on the 10% off Best Seller Bundle! JASPER | https://jaspr.co CODE INSANE for $300 off In this episode, Joey Gray opens up about why he made the switch from being a nurse to becoming a porn star, the reality of working in the adult industry, how it compares to the medical world, and what he’s learned about himself along the way. Joey's Links:  IG: joeygrayz 00:00:00 How do childhood interests shape future choices? 00:01:46 Why do people change their career path in college? 00:03:41 What makes some people choose safe careers over risky ones? 00:04:07 How do unexpected opportunities change your life direction? 00:06:20 Why do people realize they dislike their chosen profession? 00:09:38 How can moving to a new place shift your mindset? 00:10:40 Why are people drawn to trying taboo experiences? 00:12:44 What makes someone curious about exploring new worlds? 00:15:04 How do online communities influence personal decisions? 00:16:55 Why do people attend extreme or unconventional events? 00:18:40 What does it feel like to be in a completely new environment? 00:20:04 How can meeting the right person change your future? 00:21:30 What do conventions reveal about hidden industries? 00:24:50 Can people feel a real connection during casual encounters? 00:26:00 How does experience change your comfort level over time? 00:27:21 What lessons come from working behind the camera? 00:30:15 Why do companies seek out people with a certain “look”? 00:31:28 What challenges come with performing under pressure? 00:33:05 What happens when your body doesn’t cooperate under stress? 00:36:24 How does anxiety affect performance in high-pressure moments? 00:38:02 What fears hold people back from chasing their dreams? 00:39:17 Why do people choose stage names or alter egos? 00:41:07 How do people balance double lives? 00:42:55 Why is diversifying income streams important today? 00:49:46 Why do plans often fall apart in real life? 01:13:02 Why is it harder to maintain traditional relationships in some careers? 02:16:41 How does reflection help you grow after big life changes? Topics: Career Change, Adult Film, Taboo Careers, Self Discovery If you have a unique story you'd like to share on the podcast, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ZiHgdoK4PLRAddiB9 or send an email to wereallinsanepodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#podcast #foryou #sponsored #ad #oneskinpod  15% off OneSkin with the code DEVORAH at https://www.oneskin.co/  JASPER | https://jaspr.co CODE INSANE for $300 off Michelle was abducted by aliens as a child—experiments, rituals, and dark agendas she couldn’t understand until years later. Through flashbacks, meditation, and plant medicine, she uncovered the truth behind those experiences and turned them into a path of healing. Now a psychic energy healer, she works to remove implants, clear entities, and free trapped souls—helping people reclaim their sovereignty and break free from the Matrix. Michelle's Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellemarielarson Booking Links: https://calendly.com/mmlarson  Newsletter: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/643cb6e41461ab327f933fd7 00:00:00 What can childhood fears reveal about deeper experiences? 00:01:11 How are night terrors different from regular nightmares? 00:02:34 What does it feel like to leave your body while awake? 00:03:41 Why are some people fascinated with aliens from a young age? 00:04:13 How can certain spaces hold heavy or strange energy? 00:05:31 Why do some pets sense spirits that humans cannot? 00:07:27 What signs might suggest experiences with alien abduction? 00:08:29 Why is safety such a core theme in spiritual experiences? 00:09:20 Can a spirit be bound to protect a house? 00:10:02 Do spiritual gifts attract outside attention? 00:11:14 What is the difference between spirits and aliens? 00:12:19 Are all beings simply forms of energy? 00:13:06 What happens after clearing a spirit from a house? 00:14:02 What are portals and how do they affect a home? 00:15:15 Why does sage sometimes act differently in different rooms? 00:16:39 How can someone learn spiritual protection? 00:17:11 Why do spiritual experiences intensify during pregnancy? 00:18:10 What kinds of groups are said to visit humans spiritually? 00:19:17 Why is it hard to permanently close an energy portal? 00:20:24 How can spirits and energies impact children? 00:22:10 Why do temporary fixes with energy sometimes fail? 00:23:07 What can chakra readings reveal about a person? 00:25:30 How do people discover their ability to sense energy? 00:28:38 Why is awareness more powerful than fear in spirituality? 00:30:12 How do children show signs of psychic ability? 00:31:46 How can young children describe spiritual beings? 00:32:36 What role can plant medicine play in healing? Topics: Aliens, Abductions, Spirituality, ET, Entities, Implants, Awakening If you have a unique story you'd like to share on the podcast, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ZiHgdoK4PLRAddiB9 or send an email to wereallinsanepodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#foryou #podcast  Sponsored By: JASPER | https://jaspr.co CODE INSANE for $300 off For the first time, Raven is sharing the story she has never told anyone—about the abuse she survived starting at just 3 years old, and how it shaped every part of her life. She has carried this silence for decades, but now is ready to turn her pain into purpose and speak out for others who can’t. Raven's Links: https://instagram.com/ravenpilled contact@ravenpilled.gay 00:02:14 How is it helpful to share trauma publicly? 00:04:24 What's it like being separated from your biological parents? 00:04:58 What are different ways people remember abuse? 00:15:14 How do abusers threaten kids into keeping silent? 00:29:23 How do kids get left in dangerous situations? 00:35:46 What do parents blame symptoms of sexual assault on? 00:40:28 What's it like when your parents are on drugs? 00:40:63 Do ADHD people have low dopamine? 00:41:46 How do people judge other people who live in a messy place? 00:43:17 What's it like not being allowed to see your own mom? 00:50:52 Why do people abuse computer duster? 00:53:48 What's it like going to a parents funeral as a child? 00:59:57 What are "exit points"? 01:15:49 Does alcohol increase the risk of abuse? 01:20:39 What's it like watching your abuser die? 01:22:07 What are signs to look for to see if a child is being abused? 01:26:23 Should there be a death penalty for people who abuse children? 01:30:31 How does abuse effect your social life? 01:32:00 How do drugs effect a teenager's brain? 01:50:49 How does being isolated as a kid effect future relationships? 01:52:33 How does assuming someone's gender make them feel? 02:00:06 How do traumatic cycles repeat? 02:02:14 Why do we block out shame? 02:12:08 What is a bad trip on psychedelics? 02:19:30 What's it like coming out to your family? 02:29:38 What's it like becoming homeless overnight? 02:36:00 What's it like living in your car? Topics: Family Trauma, Familial Abuse, Therapy, Recovery, Childhood Trauma If you have a unique story you'd like to share on the podcast, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ZiHgdoK4PLRAddiB9 or send an email to wereallinsanepodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#foryou #podcast  https://jaspr.co CODE INSANE for $300 off Just days after her wedding, while pregnant with their first child, her husband suddenly passed away. In her 20s and newly widowed, she was forced to face the unthinkable—grieving the love of her life while preparing to bring their baby into the world. In this conversation, Brie opens up about the pain, the loneliness, and what it’s really like to start over when your future is ripped away overnight. 00:00:47 What's a graveyard shift? 00:07:25 How does divorce affect a teen? 00:11:09 Why do people decide to have kids after not wanting them? 00:16:06 What's it like planning a wedding? 00:18:24 If there's a faint line on a pregnancy test is it positive? 00:20:22 What's it like hearing your baby's heart beat for the first time? 00:47:25 How does it feel when someone doesn't text when they're supposed to? 00:48:15 What's it like getting a call from the hospital about a loved one who is hurt? 00:50:48 Why do some people use jokes when dealing with trauma? 00:54:57 How does a dad feel when they lose their child? 00:59:18 What are identifiers? 01:01:38 What's it like at the hospital after an accident? 01:04:30 What do people do when they learn someone has died? 01:06:18 What do you do after your spouse dies? 01:07:26 What's it like going back to work after losing your spouse? 01:11:04 How do people cope differently? 01:24:28 What happens when you can't pay rent? 01:29:55 How do you plan a funeral? 01:33:16 What's it like going to a funeral for your spouse? 01:39:26 Why do some people not grieve until they're alone? 01:43:03 Why don't people remember traumatic times well? 01:44:34 What is happy tail syndrome? 01:57:32 Do you inherit credit card debt if your spouse dies? 02:00:31 What's it like when your water breaks? 02;11:36 What's it like being a single mom? Topics: Grief, Loss, Marriage, Widow If you have a unique story you'd like to share on the podcast, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ZiHgdoK4PLRAddiB9 or send an email to wereallinsanepodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

https://jaspr.co CODE INSANE for $300 off Kelsey grew up with a father who abused her, her sister—and other children. For years, she was silent. Eventually, she found a way out at 13 years old but is still processing the violence a decade later. Kelsey's Links: Kelsey's website: https://kelseyzazanis.com/ Buy Kelsey's book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FBWTT2YD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makingfriendsonline/ Substack: https://cancelme.substack.com/ 00:04:00 How do children view their parents? 00:05:33 What is BrainQuest trivia? 00:07:55 What do the eyes of someone going through abuse look like? 00:13:30 What do children think to do when there is abuse going on? 00:14:03 Why do children sometimes hide that bad things are happening to them? 00:16:42 Why do some children become afraid of men? 00:18:18 What are signs that a child is being abused? 00:32:47 How do pedophiles force children to do what they want? 00:34:38 How do kids view their parents? 00:40:05 What are some of the stigmas about sexual assault survivors? 00:50:36 How does understanding language help protect children? 00:52:48 What's it like when children hear a word for the first time? 00:55:57 What's it like not being believed about being abused when you're a child? 01:01:50 What does a spiritual experience feel like? 01:08:01 How does sexual abuse effect a child's brain? 01:09:06 What kind of physical effects can abuse have on a child? 01:14:49 Can children defend themselves when abused? 01:27:10 What is a classical narcissist like? 01:30:15 How does a child rationalize sexual assault? 01:32:12 How can kissing be considered assault? 01:47:27 Can you develop anorexia from trauma? 01:54:55 Can you get flashbacks from repressed memories? 02:13:39 Why do people wake up screaming? 02:17:02 How does trauma effect your relationships? Topics: Family Trauma, Child Trauma, Healing, Therapy If you have a unique story you'd like to share on the podcast, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ZiHgdoK4PLRAddiB9 or send an email to wereallinsanepodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Take the online quiz and introduce Ollie to your pet. Visit https://www.ollie.com/insane for 60% off your first box of meals! #ToKnowThemIsToLoveThem https://jaspr.co CODE INSANE for $300 off Caitlin was raised as a Jehovah’s Witness in a home where abuse was covered up, silence was enforced, and going to the authorities was discouraged—even in cases of sexual abuse. Thrown out as a teen for leaving the religion, Caitlin spent years battling depression, anxiety, psychosis, and addiction. Her family dismissed her struggles, labeling her as schizophrenic instead of offering support—even during hospital stays. After surviving religious trauma, family betrayal, and unimaginable loss, Caitlin has been sober for years and now works as a certified Life and Success Coach. She shares her story to help others realize they’re not alone—and that healing is possible. Caitlin’s Links: There is an amazing community of professionals who assist with healing that Caitlin contributes towards. The services and resources are offered virtually.  If you would like to connect for guidance and support, please email me. Caitlin.carter.coach@gmail.com We have a small community on Skool to chat and meet weekly. The focus of this group is connection and finding a support system.  https://www.skool.com/the-power-of-connection-6688/about?ref=41b046b0322744749083d56c39815ab4 Sending love to those who have or are struggling 00:00:24 Why do Jehovah's Witnesses knock on doors? 00:01:55 What is it like having a parent be a Jehovah's Witness? 00:03L10 What is Armageddon?  00:07:18 What's it like being forced as a child to be a Jehovah's Witness? 00:11:31 What does "shunning" mean? 00:12:23 What does it mean to be disfellowshipped? 00:16:29 What's it like learning your church is covering up abuse? 00:21:06 How does a Jehovah's Witness congregation react to allegations of abuse? 00:25:13 What is psychological abuse? 00:29:10 How can you leave a religion you grew up in? 00:32:06 What is having an episode of psychosis like? 00:38:25 What's it like associating with bad people as a teenager? 00:43:40 What's it like watching a family member slowly pass away from illness? 00:48:04 How do you become a Jehovah's Witness? 00:55:54 How can you tell if someone is being abused? 00:57:38 How can cancer come back after being in remission? 01:04:45 What's it like being with someone when they pass in the hospital? 01:09:19 What's it like being bullied by a family member? 01:15:16 What can trigger psychosis? 01:17:48 What's it like in a mental institution? 01:19:00 What is it like being isolated with mental illness? 01:22:15 What's it like getting the wrong medication? 01:26:56 How do you get tested for schizophrenia?  01:33:26 What can trigger mental breaks? 01:38:07 What is unconditional love? 01:45:45 How do hard experiences help you grow? Topics: Jehovahs Witness, Religious Trauma, Psychosis, Healing If you have a unique story you'd like to share on the podcast, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ZiHgdoK4PLRAddiB9 or send an email to wereallinsanepodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#podcast #family #siblings #marriage https://jaspr.co CODE INSANE for $300 off Ashley grew up in a polygamous family—where one dad, six wives, and dozens of kids lived under one roof. She shares the surprising realities of her childhood, the family dynamics, the challenges, and the unexpected beauty of life in such a massive household. Ashley's Links: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ashley_sandmire?_t=ZT-8yO1yxSs77F&_r=1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashley_sandmire?igsh=MTRob2w5cG52Z2xsbA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr YouTube: https://youtube.com/@ashley_sandmire?si=3vCqEi4q4n4Lg8NR Free mental health hotline is 988 00:02:51 What's it like being born into a family with many siblings? 00:04:12 Why do people have multiple wives in Utah? 00:08:34 How does polygamy relate to religion? 00:10:31 What are the differences between polygamist groups? 00:18:04 How is your relationship with your parents different in a polygamist family? 00:20:01 What is tithing? 00:28:19 How did other kids treat the kids from a polygamist family?00:32:20 What's it like learning your sibling has unlived themselves?00:38:10 Why do people laugh sometimes as a response to trauma?00:40:07 What's it like viewing the body of a family member at a funeral?00:43:03 What's it like when a sibling dies in a big polygamist family?00:48:25 What kind of thoughts do people have after someone they know unalives?00:51:39 How do people commiserate together after a loss?00:57:58 If you're raised polygamist do you grow up to also be polygamist?01:00:46 Do you see people in dreams after they have passed? 01:03:24 How does dating work in a polygamous marriage? 01:11:27 How many wives do polygamists have? 01:16:33 What's it like when your partner's family doesn't like you? 01:18:17 How do small communities gossip? 01:20:40 What does it mean to get "sealed" in the LDS tradition? 01:24:59 What does a hard pregnancy look like? 01:28:19 What's it like having your water break during pregnancy? 01:34:03 What's it like giving birth? 01:37:37 How does it feel to want to leave a polygamist lifestyle? 01:39:09 Why in some religions do they have multiple wives? 01:42:45 How do you leave a polygamist religion? 01:43:28 What is religious OCD? 01:48:51 How does postpartum depression feel? 01:54:42 What is the semicolon project? 02:03:50 What is a home birth? 02:14:16 What's it like learning your child's gender at birth? 02:24:13 How do families react when you leave their religion? 02:30:28 How does losing a close family member still impact you later in life? Topics: Polygamy, Big Family, Multiple Wives, Family Dynamics If you have a unique story you'd like to share on the podcast, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ZiHgdoK4PLRAddiB9 or send an email to wereallinsanepodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

https://partners.fatty15.com/INSANE He was once one of Northern California’s Top 10 Most Wanted—on the run for three years and locked up twice for drug trafficking. But today, he's not hiding from the law—he's inspiring thousands. This is the raw, unfiltered story Bryan, who hit rock bottom and turned his life around.Bryan's Links:IG: b_resilient_af Website: buildmentalmuscle.com 00:01:41 How can 2nd hand cigarette smoke affect young children?00:14:59 What does proper gun safety with a child look like?00:15:31 How do children perceive wealth?00:22:02 How do people view you differently after being in prison?00:27:32 How do kids start dealing drugs?00:32:15 What is a confidential informant?00:35:37 How traumatic is prison?00:40:57 What does a model release from prison look like?00:45:32 How does prison destroy relationships?00:51:18 How can a man be a victim of domestic violence?01:01:49 Is it natural to regret things in the past?01:05:15 What's it like finding someone's secrets after they have passed?01:10:21 What's it like losing a job because of a criminal record?01:16:34 How much money can you make doing crime?01:17:46 Why doesn't money make you happy?01:19:51 How do drug dealers get caught?01:24:37 What's it like escaping from the police?01:27:08 What's it like being a fugitive from federal law enforcement01:30:22 How do you stay on the run from the law for years?01:32:01 How does it feel to be a fugitive?01:38:20 How do top 10 fugitives get caught?01:44:13 What does it look like for a man to experience domestic violence?01:57:05 Did a lot of prisoners get released during covid?01:59:51 What is a "dark night of the soul"?02:01:43 How can you really love yourself?02:04:45 What is mental muscle?02:10:31 How can it help to share your story? Topics: Redemption, Most Wanted, Fugitive, Criminal Past, Prison Life If you have a unique story you'd like to share on the podcast, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ZiHgdoK4PLRAddiB9 or send an email to wereallinsanepodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#podcast #relationships #trauma  https://www.Piquelife.com/INSANE  Gracie shares her journey through domestic violence, abuse, and survival. At just 20 years old and pregnant, Grace found herself trapped in an abusive relationship with someone she had once trusted. What began with physical abuse escalated into terrifying forms of control, manipulation, and trauma — all while she fought to protect her daughter. 00:23:30 How can people be different from how you imagine them? 00:06:28 Is it a red flag if they don't want to meet your family? 00:09:10 What is mirroring behavior? 00:15:29 How can people react in domestic violence situations? 00:28:15 How can alcohol impact remembering domestic violence situations? 00:34:28 Should you take photos of injuries from domestic violence? 00:38:00 What's it like getting pregnant with an abusive partner? 00:42:18 What's it like confronting an abuser for cheating? 00:47:39 How can victims rationalize abuse? 00:57:24 Can stress cause a premature birth? 00:58:45 What was it like giving birth during Covid? 01:03:28 What's the wrong thing to do with a newborn baby? 01:06:59 How can consensual intercourse become non-consensual 01:14:03 How do abusers take advantage of empathy? 01:19:33 What's it like when a parent doesn't want to be in their child's life?  00:26:51 Why do people not trust police always with domestic violence situations? 01:35:00 How can it feel when your abuser victimizes someone else? 01:37:23 What are some of the lasting effects from domestic violence? 01:40:32 How can therapy help after domestic violence? 01:42:53 How important is it to lose your shame about being a victim? 01:46:51 How does talking about trauma help? Topics: Domestic Violence, Pregnancy, Toxic Relationships, Abuse, Cycle of Abuse, Control If you have a unique story you'd like to share on the podcast, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ZiHgdoK4PLRAddiB9 or send an email to wereallinsanepodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#podcast #children #trauma #therapy  https://partners.fatty15.com/INSANE In 1999, the state of Kansas witnessed one of the most horrifying cases of child abuse in its history. This is the true story of a young girl who endured unimaginable pain, isolation, and neglect—but against all odds, she survived. Kimberly's Links: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@goin.with.no.colon?_t=ZT-8xoL7SnrWUX&_r=1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goin.with.no.colon?igsh=MmM2ejU4NjBwcXp4&utm_source=qr YouTube: https://youtube.com/@goin.with.no.colon2?si=lo5FdgeioC3DJtAd - https://www.cjonline.com/story/news/crime/2018/06/22/kansas-supreme-court-sends-sex-crime-case-back-to-shawnee-county-district-court/11907102007/ - https://fox4kc.com/news/woman-sentenced-to-life-in-prison-for-murdering-her-estranged-husband-in-leavenworth/ - https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baby_Fae - https://www.wibw.com/2021/03/17/son-of-burlingame-woman-found-dead-remembers-his-mom/?outputType=amp - http://www.osagecountyonline.com/archives/39413 - https://kscourts.gov/KSCourts/media/KsCourts/Opinions/123671.pdf Topics: Child Abuse, Abuse Survivor, True Crime If you have a unique story you'd like to share on the podcast, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ZiHgdoK4PLRAddiB9 or send an email to wereallinsanepodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#podcast #dating #stalker #realestate  https://partners.fatty15.com/INSANE For four years, Cassandra Rosa was stalked by someone hiding in plain sight — someone she believed was a friend. In this episode, she shares how the stalking started, how it escalated, and how she finally uncovered the truth. Cassandra now speaks out to raise awareness, help others spot the red flags, and encourage people to trust their instincts. Cassandra's Links: https://www.facebook.com/share/1ATyZzzoT6/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://www.instagram.com/cassandra.rosa.realtor?igsh=a2lzOWZyZm9pNjV0&utm_source=qr 00;01;01;13 How does being a realtor expose you to the public? 00;02;53;21 How can stalking start? 00;05;23;07 What are some examples of harassment over the phone? 00;07;54;09 What does it feel like when someone starts stalking you? 00;11;19;14 When does stalking and harassment become scary? 00;13;16;06 What are the effects of being stalked? 00;14;42;27 How can you try to identify an anonymous stalker? 00;18;56;11 How can being stalked change you as a person? 00;31;08;28 What is the difference between flirting and harassment? 00;37;10;08 How does a reverse phone number lookup work? 00;39;23;23 What's it like learning someone is the person who's been stalking you? 00;40;34;03 How can predators use business accounts online to hide their information? 00;44;35;22 How can you identify who your stalker is? 00;52;21;25 How can you get a stalker to become disinterested in you? 00;57;40;29 What it is like when the police don't want to arrest your stalker? 00;59;28;01 Should you tell people that you have a stalker? 01;08;04;03 Why won't lawyer's help against sex offenders? 01;10;29;06 Does it feel better to know who your stalker is? Topics: Dating, Stalkers, Secrets, Real Estate If you have a unique story you'd like to share on the podcast, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ZiHgdoK4PLRAddiB9 or send an email to wereallinsanepodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#podcast #family #truth #parents  Katie grew up thinking she had a sister—only to find out years later that her "sister" was actually her mom. She explains how the truth came out, the impact it had on her, and what it really means to grow up with secrets in a family. Katie's Links: Website - https://thedaydreamerdiaries.com/ Instagram - The Daydreamer Diaries (@thedaydreamerdiaries) • Instagram photos and videos TikTok -  https://www.tiktok.com/@thedaydreamerdiaries?_t=ZT-8wz8cJCYbS2&_r=1 00;01;24;07 WHAT'S IT LIKE TO START THINKING YOUR PARENTS AREN'T YOURS? 00;04;22;00 WHAT'S IT LIKE THINKING YOU ARE ADOPTED? 00;06;48;28 WHAT'S IT LIKE LEARNING THAT YOUR SISTER IS ACTUALLY YOUR MOTHER? 00;11;30;00 WHAT'S IT LIKE NOT KNOWING WHO YOUR DAD IS? 00;22;03;11 WHY WOULD SOMEONE LIE ABOUT YOU BEING THEIR CHILD? 00;29;00;00 WHAT'S IT LIKE TRYING TO FIGURE OUT WHO YOUR DAD IS? 00;34;27;00 WHAT MENTAL HEALTH PROBLEMS CAN COME FROM NOT KNOWING YOUR DAD? 00;51;16;26 WHAT'S IT LIKE TRYING TO FIND OUT WHO YOUR DAD IS? 00;54;49;28 WHAT'S IT LIKE PRETENDING YOUR MOM ISN'T YOUR MOM? 01;02;38;00 WHAT'S IT LIKE TELLING SOMEONE THAT THEY ARE YOUR DAD? 01;06;50;07 WHAT'S IT LIKE MEETING YOUR DAD FOR THE FIRST TIME AS AN ADULT? 01;27;00;00 WHAT'S DOES REAL ACCEPTANCE OF A CHILD LOOK LIKE? 01;34;29;25 HOW DOES IT FEEL TO BE LIED TO ABOUT WHO YOUR DAD IS? Topics: Family Secrets, Parental Lies, Secret Parent, Hidden Past If you have a unique story you'd like to share on the podcast, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ZiHgdoK4PLRAddiB9or send an email to wereallinsanepodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#podcast #friends #survival In this powerful and emotional video, Jayden shares her story of surviving a devastating rollover car accident that changed her life forever. Thrown from the vehicle, she suffered a broken neck and tragically lost her best friend, who was driving. Now, 10 years later, she reflects on the impact of that day, the grief, the recovery, and how she's learned to live with the pain and guilt. Jayden's Instagram: @jayden_robarge 00;02;15;00 What's it like cutting a parent off? 00;04;51;00 What are examples of reckless driving?00;17;50;00 What happens when the tire blows out while driving? 00;18;32;29 What's it like being in a car accident? 00;23;25;21 What's it like being ejected from a car in a accident? 00;25;09;12 What's it like seeing your family in the hospital after a car accident? 00;26;28;16 What's it like being in the hospital for a neck injury? 00;27;39;19 What is a medical "halo"? 00;31;27;15 What's it like hearing your friend passed away?00;32;01;08 What's it like not being able to cry because of an injury? 00;35;59;05 What's it like going to your friends funeral in highschool? 00;36;48;03 What's it like trying to recover from a car accident? 00;40;34;03 Is it normal to be mad after a tragedy? 00;43;30;17 What's it like having PTSD from a car accident?00;49;05;26 What's it like having nightmares after a car accident? 00;59;57;07 How can yoga help recover after an injury? Topics: Car Accident, Survival Story, Neck Injury, Loss, Grief If you have a unique story you'd like to share on the podcast, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ZiHgdoK4PLRAddiB9 or send an email to wereallinsanepodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#podcast #truecrimecommunity #mentalhealth #trauma 20% off: https://www.Piquelife.com/INSANE Tatiana shares her personal story about why she believes her grandparents’ deaths weren’t accidental — but murder. What begins as a tragic loss unravels into a web of unanswered questions, suspicious circumstances, and haunting details that have left her searching for the truth. Tatiana's Links: IG: @tatianaalexandra_ Tiktok: @tat.ale 00;01;48;12 What's it like learning that your grandparents are gone?00;07;44;15 What's it like telling your parents that their parents are dead?00;14;47;17 What's it like seeing news coverage of your family member's murder? 00;15;43;06 Why does the news make up stories? 00;17;13;14 How are crime scenes handled differently in other countries?00;19;03;12 What's it like walking into a crime scene? 00;23;57;02 How can a crime scene feel spiritually? 00;30;36;06 What's it like having the police not investigate? 00;35;29;21 What are red flags from people in a murder? 00;42;01;11 What's it like going to your grandparents' funeral? 00;43;47;21 What does an open casket funeral feel like? 00;53;08;29 What happens when you think someone has been poisoned 01;01;27;11 What is strange behavior after a funeral? 01;06;45;23 What is visiting a medium like? 01;15;45;00 What is it like to not process grief well? 01;33;09;17 What's it like knowing someone will pass away soon?01;43;25;29 What's it like knowing someone got away with a crime? Topics: Family Tragedy, Grandparents, True Crime, Unsolved Mystery If you have a unique story you'd like to share on the podcast, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ZiHgdoK4PLRAddiB9 or send an email to wereallinsanepodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices