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Dec 2023
52m 4s

302: What if you could only find closure...

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About this episode

A woman experiences a childhood trauma, facing silence and betrayal in the aftermath, but a when unexpected tragedy comes, the answers begin slipping out of reach. 


Today’s guest requested to remain anonymous, but if you’d like to reach out, you can email her at dotisallin@gmail.com


Producers: Whit Missildine, Andrew Waits, Sara Marinelli


Content/Trigger Warnings: sexual assault of a minor, alcohol and drug abuse, addition, suicide, explicit language

 

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Intro Music: "Illabye" – Tipper

Music Bed: “Union Flow” - Spuntic

 

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If you or someone you know is struggling with the effects of trauma or mental illness, please refer to the following resources:


National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Text or Call 988 

National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264

National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

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