In this episode, Stephanie Hackman, LCPC, joins us to share her experiences and how they've made her the mom she is today. She is both present and attuned, not only to the needs of her family and those she works with, but also to her own needs. Stephanie's stories describe what it was like for her to suffer in silence during the time she and her family belonged to an oppressive religious organization/cult. She recounts the loss of her son, Johnathan, her journey back to her true self, and the unfolding of a beautifully uncommon love story. Stephanie shares her words in hopes that other voiceless and nameless mothers might have a chance to heal from the telling of their own stories.Show Notes:Robert J. Lifton - Cult expert and researcher mentioned by StephanieModern Love Clip- Ann Hathaway (portrayal of life with bi-polar disorder)Mary Oliver: poet, authorJamie Anesi, LCPC, transpersonal and somatic therapistJoan Didion: author- books mentioned: The Year of Magical Thinking, Blue NightsMatt Haig: author and mental health advocate - books mentioned: Reasons to Stay Alive, The Comfort BookStephanie's writing (still waiting on link for this one)For statewide resources please visit the Linking Infants and Families to Supports athttps://hmhb-lifts.org/