Whether you're in the Pro-Choice or the Pro-Life camp, we at Secret Life believe that everyone has the right to their own beliefs, but no one has the right to tell a woman what she can or can not do with her body.Julie shares her honest and vulnerable story about her abortions, giving up her oldest son for adoption, and releasing the shame and guilt about those choices. On the road from addiction to recovery, we confront our past and take responsibility for our actions; Julie shares her journey and the freedom it's given her. *Trigger Warning: Please note that this episode contains topics of suicide, trauma, and abortion. Some people may find it disturbing._____If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, trauma, sexual abuse, or feeling overwhelmed, we've compiled a list of resources at secretlifepodcast.com.______To share your secret and be a guest on the show, email secretlifepodcast@icloud.com_____TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE INCLUDE abortion, rape, adoption, suicide, pro-choice, pro-life, alcohol and drug addiction, love and sex addiction, trauma, relationships, self-love, friendships, community, secrets, self-care, self-love, and courage._____Julie Paulston — My mission is to empower women across the globe to rise from the ashes of their lives to reclaim their Inner Divine Phoenix and rise to embody the life of their dreams.Podcast: Be The Phoenix of Your Own Life [IG @DivinePhoenixRising]Instagram: @gr8ful4life______Brianne's novel: SECRET LIFE OF A HOLLYWOOD SEX & LOVE ADDICT. Check out the website: Secret Life Novel or buy on Amazon.______HOW CAN I SUPPORT THE SHOW?Tell Your Friends & Share Online!Follow, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts | SpotifyFollow & Listen iHeart | Stitcher | Google Podcasts | Amazon | PandoraSpread the word via social mediaInstagramTwitterFacebook#SecretLifePodcastDonate - You can also support the show with a one-time or monthly donation via PayPal (make payment to secretlifepodcast@icloud.com) or at our WEBSITE.Connect with Brianne Davis-Gantt (@thebriannedavis)Official WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterConnect with Mark Gantt (@markgantt)Main WebsiteDirecting WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy