Episodi

  • The Myth Of "Keeping The Peace"
    Sep 26 2025

    In this episode of Healing Hollow, Dawn Howe challenges the notion of "keeping the peace" by exploring its hidden costs and the false sense of harmony it creates. Through personal stories and societal examples, Dawn reveals how silence can protect dysfunction and enable abuse, urging listeners to embrace the courage needed for true peace. Join us as we delve into the transformative power of speaking truth, setting boundaries, and choosing justice over comfort. Discover how real healing begins when we confront the messy truths we've been avoiding.

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    56 min
  • When a Survivor Rises
    Sep 25 2025

    In this inspiring episode, Dawn Howe delves into the transformative journey of survivors stepping into their true power. Discover the nine signs that mark this profound shift, from unshakable strength and healing words to boundless love and resilient courage. Dawn's insights reveal how survivors turn pain into purpose, breaking cycles and building futures filled with hope and freedom. Join us as we explore the unstoppable force of empowered survivors and the light they bring to the world.

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    6 min
  • The Bystander effect
    Sep 22 2025

    In this compelling episode of "The Healing Hollow," host Dawn Howe delves into the chilling story of Kitty Genovese and the psychological phenomenon known as the Bystander Effect. Explore how societal silence and inaction can perpetuate harm, and learn about the psychological roots that cause individuals to freeze in the face of emergencies. Through personal anecdotes and historical case studies, Dawn challenges listeners to break the cycle of passivity and become active upstanders. Tune in to discover how small acts of courage can create monumental ripple effects in our communities.

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    36 min
  • Community Complicity And Abuse
    Sep 19 2025

    In this powerful episode of "Healing Hollow," Dawn Howe delves into the often-overlooked role communities play in perpetuating abuse. Through raw storytelling and personal reflections, Dawn exposes how silence, denial, and misplaced loyalty allow harm to thrive. From schools to churches, she reveals the subtle ways complicity manifests, urging listeners to break the cycle of silence and stand with survivors. Join us as we explore the deep wounds of betrayal and the path to healing and accountability. #CommunityComplicity #SurvivorStories #HealingJourney

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    1 ora e 2 min
  • Family Complicity and Abuse
    Sep 15 2025

    In this powerful episode of "Healing Hollow," Dawn Howe delves into the often-overlooked role of family complicity in abuse. Through raw reflections and personal stories, Dawn explores how silence, denial, and enabling behaviors within families perpetuate cycles of harm. She challenges listeners to confront these toxic dynamics and break the chains of generational trauma. Join us as we uncover the truth behind family complicity and empower survivors to reclaim their narratives. #FamilyComplicity #BreakTheSilence #HealingJourney


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    1 ora e 10 min
  • Understanding Trauma Responses: Why You Didn’t Fight Back, Go Silent, or Run Away
    Sep 12 2025

    Trauma responses are not choices. They’re instinctive survival strategies wired into the nervous system. In our latest episode of The Healing Hollow, we explore the four core trauma responses: Fight, Flight, Freeze, and Fawn, and how they often appear in everyday life.

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    38 min
  • Breaking the Silence (Extended)
    Sep 8 2025

    What happens when you finally speak your truth to the person who shaped you? In this extended episode, I share a raw and honest conversation with my mom that started with two painful words-“Stop lying”-and unfolded into something neither of us expected.

    We talk about generational curses, silence as unhealed pain, the tension between faith and accountability, and the courage it takes to tell your story without rage. This isn’t a story about everything being magically fixed-it’s about the power of being heard, the strength in choosing healing, and the moment silence no longer had the final word.

    If you’ve ever struggled to break cycles, confront family dynamics, or find your voice, this episode is for you.

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    14 min
  • The Beta Reader Scandal & Lessons for Indie Authors
    Sep 7 2025

    we delve into the emotional turmoil experienced by authors when their content is leaked. Join us as we explore the profound impact on their mental health, creativity, and trust. Through candid interviews and personal stories, we uncover the resilience and vulnerability of those who navigate this challenging landscape. Tune in to understand the emotional cost of leaks and the strength it takes to overcome them.

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    11 min