In loving memory of MaryAnn Buck Broberg, October 16th, 1938 - December 31st, 2025

[Content Warning]: Child sexual abuse

Today Jan and her mother MaryAnn Broberg come together and we get our first real introduction to MaryAnn. Amidst this introduction they revisit the whole series of A Friend of the Family with direct insight from MaryAnn, talk about MaryAnn's social work, and reminisce on Robert Broberg.

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[Content Warning]: Child sexual abuse, mild language

Today, Jan is again joined by Dr. Ute Liersch, a Chartered Counselling and Coaching Psychologist. In the second part of their conversation, Jan and Dr. Ute delve into the practicalities of healing. They discuss how to navigate major life decisions without the burden of hindsight, and Dr. Ute shares her powerful "Google Calendar" method for becoming your own witness. She reveals how volunteering in Sri Lanka after surviving cancer restored her smile and spirit. The dialogue emphasizes a body-first approach to trauma, explaining why we must listen to our body's language. They conclude by exploring how creative expression aids healing and the importance of "witnessing" over fixing, as Dr. Ute introduces her new book Minimalist Guide to Building Resilience.

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Mentioned Resources:
The Body Keeps The Score by Bessel van der Kolk

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National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN) : 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
National Alliance for Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264

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[Content Warning]: Child sexual abuse, mild language

Today, Jan is joined by Dr. Ute Liersch, a Chartered Counselling and Coaching Psychologist. They begin by exploring how being labeled "stupid" in a rigid school system shaped Dr. Ute's early life and self-concept. They discuss the critical difference between experiencing victimhood and choosing victimization. Dr. Ute shares her philosophy of honoring the past, respecting the present, and being excited for the future. The conversation delves into reframing difficult emotions as vital data, understanding anger as a signal of injustice, and the necessity of compassion, curiosity, and courage to heal from trauma, toxic relationships, and life's inevitable hardships.

Buy Dr. Ute Liersch’s Book:
A Minimalist’s Guide to Becoming Resilient

Mentioned Resources:
The Body Keeps The Score by Bessel van der Kolk

National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call/Text 988
National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN) : 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
National Alliance for Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264

Subscribe / Support / Contact:
🍎 Review on Apple
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✍ Share Your Story
🌐 Podcast Website
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Jan Broberg Foundation:
💝 Foundation Website
📒 The Jan Broberg Story
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💞 Thrivivors