S2 E6: Misty Harris on Breaking the Cycle of Abuse, Ongoing Growth, and Storytelling to Overcome Stigma

On this week’s episode, we’re talking with Misty Harris about breaking the cycle of abuse in families and communities, storytelling as a method for overcoming stigma, and pursuing growth at every stage of life. 

Misty is an author, speaker, senior counselor, and ordained minister. Misty will soon graduate with her Masters in Addiction Counseling and will continue working toward her licensure. Misty describes herself as a survivor and an overcomer, as well as a wife, mother, and grandmother.

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode includes dialogue on substance use, child abuse, sexual assault, gun violence, and overdose. 

Misty’s Book, The Broken Woman: https://www.amazon.com/Broken-Woman-Misty-Harris-ebook/dp/B07PNVY8GM

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