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Gloria Masters comes to us from Auckland New Zealand.  She’s written a book about the first 16 years of her life that was filled with ongoing traumatic sexual, physical, and psychological abuse at the hands of her parents, and many others.  She survived and now shares her life with passion and a heartfelt desire to share her recovery, and the lessons she learned with other survivors. Gloria Master’s story is of indescribable resilience bringing hope to countless survivors of childhood sexual abuse who have suffered unimaginable offenses.  Gloria is also a mother and she’s on a mission to help others find freedom from the shame and secrecy and pain that childhood sexual abuse brings.  Her book is called On Angels Wings.  My Flight From Trauma to Grace. CONNECT WITH GLORIA Website: https://www.gloriamasters.com/#/ YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHf7VCekpAkzAaQyEN8KToQ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/gloria_masters/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100067534066198 Blog:  https://www.gloriamasters.com/blog#/   CONNECT WITH ED: Visible Kindness Website:  https://www.visiblekindness.com MeTooWhatNow Website:  https://www.metoowhatnow.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/metoowhatnow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visiblekindness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edsquire/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/metoowhatnow 

Amanda Catarzi's words, "I've seen it all," ring true in her life. Her journey is one of Survival to Success. She was raised in a cult. She's a survivor of sex trafficking, and now she's the owner of a successful content agency. Amanda Catarzi has seen it all. AMANDA'S STORY OF SURVIVAL TO SUCCESS After escaping her trafficker, Amanda dedicated 10 years to fighting sex trafficking. In her journey, she counseled the New Zealand Government, wrote federal legislation, and has gone undercover to expose trafficking rings. Today, Amanda is a marketing strategist and runs a successful content agency called , Inkery Co. She is passionate about helping others find their voice and using it effectively to make a positive change in the world. Amanda embodies #MeToo What Now, and I'm grateful that she took her time to share her story on the #visiblekindness podcast. ================================ CONNECT WITH AMANDA  Book a strategy session with Amanda: https://inkeryco.com/actionstrategy/ Subscribe to her content: https://inkeryco.com/content-subscription ================================ CONNECT WITH ED: Visible Kindness Website: https://www.visiblekindness.com MeTooWhatNow Website: https://www.metoowhatnow.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/metoowhatnow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visiblekindness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edsquire/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/metoowhatnow

Nicole Moehring is the Founder of Voices of Change 2018 (VOC), a nonprofit whose mission is to reduce the risk of sexual abuse for children with disabilities. Nicole has a daughter and an autistic son who are victims of sexual abuse and assault. In her pursuit of justice, she was shocked to see the difference in how the justice system believed her daughter and was treated so well, yet her son was not.  She felt like her son didn’t matter. Her experience inspired her to create Voices of Change to educate families and the public to prevent others from experiencing her unimaginable nightmare. Today, she serves on the Ohio Attorney General Committee for Crime Victims with Disabilities. She works with legislators to change and pass laws to enforce more robust policies and create best practices for reporting child abuse and processing cases. And just last year, she received the annual ‘Crucial Point Award’ presented to people and organizations that delve beyond the surface of sex crimes to focus on overlooked niches of survivorship. Nicole is a first-time author of -      “Finding Myself – Overcoming abuse, heartbreak, and loss, then finding true love.” -      And she is currently writing her second book, “Finding My Voice.” Nicole resides in Hinckley, OH, with her husband, Chris, and her two children. Connect with Nicole Website:  www.voicesofchange2018.org Pinterest:  https://www.pinterest.com/voicesofchange2018/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-moehring-voc/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/nicole.moehring.voc/ FaceBook:  https://www.facebook.com/nicole.moehring.13   Connect with Ed: Visible Kindness Website:  https://www.visiblekindness.com MeTooWhatNow Website:  https://www.metoowhatnow.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/metoowhatnow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visiblekindness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edsquire/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/metoowhatnow 

Nicole Moehring is the Founder of Voices of Change 2018 (VOC), a nonprofit whose mission is to reduce the risk of sexual abuse for children with disabilities. Nicole has a daughter and an autistic son who are victims of sexual abuse and assault. In her pursuit of justice, she was shocked to see the difference in how the justice system believed her daughter and was treated so well, yet her son was not.  She felt like her son didn’t matter. Her experience inspired her to create Voices of Change to educate families and the public to prevent others from experiencing her unimaginable nightmare. Today, she serves on the Ohio Attorney General Committee for Crime Victims with Disabilities. She works with legislators to change and pass laws to enforce more robust policies and create best practices for reporting child abuse and processing cases. And just last year, she received the annual ‘Crucial Point Award’ presented to people and organizations that delve beyond the surface of sex crimes to focus on overlooked niches of survivorship. Nicole is a first-time author of -      “Finding Myself – Overcoming abuse, heartbreak, and loss, then finding true love.” -      And she is currently writing her second book, “Finding My Voice.” Nicole resides in Hinckley, OH, with her husband, Chris, and her two children. Connect with Nicole Website:  www.voicesofchange2018.org Pinterest:  https://www.pinterest.com/voicesofchange2018/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-moehring-voc/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/nicole.moehring.voc/ FaceBook:  https://www.facebook.com/nicole.moehring.13   Connect with Ed: Visible Kindness Website:  https://www.visiblekindness.com MeTooWhatNow Website:  https://www.metoowhatnow.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/metoowhatnow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visiblekindness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edsquire/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/metoowhatnow 

About Brittany McCormick - Motivational SpeakerSee the Ability, Not the Disability Brittany McCormick is a motivational speaker from Johannesburg, South Africa, who was born with Cerebral Palsy. Her goal is to be South Africa’s top motivational speaker and to be a valued member of the international motivational speaking community.  And she’s well on her way She is driven by a passion to encourage others to believe that what seems impossible can be possible by teaching them how to defeat odds and overcome challenges. Brittany is working towards building programs in the educational and corporate sectors to help improve the lives of others living with disabilities and help them live their true purpose. Brittany has spoken: For the wellness team at Dimension Data South Africa, For the Ladies of All Nations South Africa And Life Streams International Church. CONNECT WITH BRITTANY Website:  http://bmotiv8d.co.za/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittany-mccormick-6b635a207/ Instagram:  @brittanyjademccomic Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100061211763033 CONNECT WITH ED: Visible Kindness Website:  https://www.visiblekindness.com MeTooWhatNow Website:  https://www.metoowhatnow.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/metoowhatnow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visiblekindness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edsquire/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/metoowhatnow 

About Joey Drolshagen A Powerhouse in the Coaching Industry Joey Drolshagen is known for leading hundreds of professionals who were feeling unfulfilled in their work to experience FREEDOM beyond what any typical, 9-to-5 job can offer.  After a 28+ year career in corporate America up to Vice President of Sales over multiple corporations, Joey resigned from a successful career with only 3 clients to his name to follow his passion. As the CEO & Founder of IFGT Life Coaching, he has since led countless individuals to do the same.  On This Episode What led Joey to make the decision to leave a highly successful corporate career. What makes the difference between a successful life coach and those who are not. Why clarity is such a hard thing for people to find. How to create a dynamic vision for your life. How do you tap into your unique gifts and talents? Joey shares an incredible story of how he helped a woman achieve her lifelong dream. How to overcome fears that are holding you back once and for all. Why pursuing your passions will automatically cause your finances to come into alignment? Why won’t the laws of the universe work without application? Connect with Joey Website:  https://www.josephadrolshagen.com Twitter:  https://twitter.com/JADrolshagen LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/lifes-lessons/  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/joey_pros_coach/ YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/c/JosephADrolshagen/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/JADrolshagen/   Connect with Ed: Visible Kindness Website:  https://www.visiblekindness.com MeTooWhatNow Website:  https://www.metoowhatnow.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/metoowhatnow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visiblekindness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edsquire/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/metoowhatnow   

About Dr. Holly Battey Dating and Relationship Expert, Speaker, Coach, and Image Consultant Dr. Holly helps sincere, conscious single clients find the love of their dreams. With a doctorate in clinical psychology, she founded ‘Find Love at Last’ in 2014 to help sincere women and men find lasting love and has been a matchmaker, coach, and image consultant for over 9 years. Working with sincere single men and women who are ready for love, she empowers you to manifest the partner and relationship of your dreams. Dr. Holly is a dating expert and inspiring speaker who empowers, advises, and speaks on image, strategy, online dating, partner suitability, communication, and commitment. She resides in San Francisco, California and works with clients around the world. On This Episode How Oprah Winfrey inspired Dr. Holly to take the path she's on to help singles find love. How Dr. Holly helps expedite the path to finding true and lasting love. What kind of inner work do we need to do to prepare ourselves to be in a relationship? Common mistakes made by men that hinder their relationships with women. Common mistakes made by women that hinder their relationships with men. The elements that make a good formula for lasting love. Typical responses we make to potential partners that don't help us. Self-compassion is one of the most important practices most overlooked in preparing to be in a healthy relationship. Why authenticity isn't necessarily the best thing when starting a new relationship. The most common things that men and women lie about on their dating profiles. The importance of learning how to be happy on your own. CONNECT WITH DR. HOLLY Email:  holly@findloveatlast.com Website:  https://www.findloveatlast.com/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/holly.battey.7/  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/evanherrman/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/holly-battey-psyd-b3b39010/ CONNECT WITH ED: Visible Kindness Website:  https://www.visiblekindness.com MeTooWhatNow Website:  https://www.metoowhatnow.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/metoowhatnow YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrvoCb8aYfT8V6Qo53cs81A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visiblekindness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edsquire/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/metoowhatnow   

About Evan Herrman Evan is a Podcaster, Speaker, and Personal growth and self-development coach. The Whole Person Podcast is all about being whole and healed by living a life of significance in the areas that matter most; Faith, Family, Finances, Friendship, Fitness, And Fun Evan loves being a family man as well as encouraging others to think more in-depth about their life and its circumstances so they can find healing and truth that unlocks the peace, freedom, and growth that comes with knowing they are worthy enough to have it and capable enough to take action. Evan says, “When I stand in front of people to speak, I come from a place of vulnerability about my failures, struggles, hurts, success, and the life lessons that have come from them all.”  On This Episode I get embarrassed about a ‘simple question’ I ask Evan right in the beginning of the show. We discuss what’s happening in our economy and where the future may be headed. Evan shares common sense strategies on how we can financially protect ourselves. Are we facing political and social problems or moral problems? What Mark Cuban said when Evan interviewed him. Tips on how to live a balanced life by living out of balance in some areas, sometimes. What caused an explosion of growth in Evan’s life. Why ‘wokeness’ isn’t a compassionate movement. Where is God in the midst of everything today? And do we need Him? Evan tells a series of stories the will blow your mind, bring you to tears, and change your life. CONNECT WITH EVAN: Website:  www.thewholepersonpodcast.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/TheWholePersonPodcastwithEvanHerrman/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evanherrman/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-herrman-30b266b8/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/evan_herrman   CONNECT WITH ED: Visible Kindness Website:  https://www.visiblekindness.com MeTooWhatNow Website:  https://www.metoowhatnow.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/metoowhatnow YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrvoCb8aYfT8V6Qo53cs81A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visiblekindness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edsquire/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/metoowhatnow   

Bill Sciacca is a business leader and business builder. In addition to several successful franchises, he’s also built multiple businesses in automotive and car care, and several other industries. He’s also the author of 11 books on goal setting, management and leadership. Bill is also a highly skilled motivator, public speaker, and the creator and host of the Daily5 minute motivator. I'm excited to have him on the show. On This Episode Bill's journey from being and adjunct economics professor for 35 years to author, speaker, motivator, and entrepreneur. How he changed from pursuing material wealth and possessions, to helping others find their place in the universe, and in their lives. How he adjusted his business activities during Covid. Bill’s estrangement from his children and he’s dealing with that challenge. How he recovered from a losing everything, including his self-confidence, from making bad business decisions, to where he is today. CONNECT WITH BILL: Website:  https://intelligentmotivationinc.com Daily 5 Minute Motivator:  https://biagiosciacca.kartra.com/page/5-minute-motivator YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/user/bwsciacca/videos LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/biagiobillsciacca/   CONNECT WITH ED: Visible Kindness Website:  https://www.visiblekindness.com MeTooWhatNow Website:  https://www.metoowhatnow.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/metoowhatnow YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrvoCb8aYfT8V6Qo53cs81A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visiblekindness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edsquire/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/metoowhatnow 

About Ed Squire Ed is the creator and host of The Visible Kindness Podcast and a survivor of childhood sexual abuse. He is also the founder of MeTooWhatNow, a nonprofit organization that helps survivors of childhood trauma and abuse move beyond declaring, “ME TOO” and start living their ‘WHAT NOW’ lives.    On This Episode Ed discusses ‘imposter syndrome’. He shares a recent victory in his life where imposter syndrome prevented him from share the story of how he forgave his grandfather on his deathbed for sexually abusing him as a child. Ed shares 7 steps to authenticity that helped him overcome imposter syndrome. Steps To Authenticity. Make sure you understand it's a process. Take baby steps. Each step will cause you to grow a little more. Surround yourself with people you know that love and care about you and will support you. Why? Because it's inevitable that someone's going to try and beat you down. Know what you are afraid of. Write down your top three fears Start working on #3 first. Know your core values….really know them. Write them down Revisit them often Change them Make them what you want them to be. Know that you're going to fall and you're going to fall a lot. Use your support system. Falling is learning. Falling is not failing. Keep getting up and never stop getting up. Recognize and acknowledge your growth and congratulate and reward yourself. Link to the video of Ed's story of forgiving his grandfather: https://youtu.be/VZWaLgjjndI  Link to this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/0Q5TaWX2qyQ  CONNECT WITH ED: Visible Kindness Website:  https://www.visiblekindness.com MeTooWhatNow Website:  https://www.metoowhatnow.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/metoowhatnow YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrvoCb8aYfT8V6Qo53cs81A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visiblekindness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edsquire/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/metoowhatnow   

About Matthew Turner Matthew Turner is a British author who lives in a small town in Yorkshire, England. He published three other novels and a non-fiction business book, before writing ‘Beyond The Pale’ on the back of interviewing hundreds of successful entrepreneurs, authors, investors, and thought-leaders. Gaining a unique insight into areas such as mindset, flow, and personal development, and a gaining reputation for crafting compelling stories out of other peoples’ lives, Matthew builds relatable fables for those looking to live a meaningful and purpose-driven life. He also ghostwrites articles and books for other successful entrepreneurs and thought-leaders, in-between spending time with his two children. CONNECT WITH MATTHEW: Websites: https://beyondbook.co  http://turndog.co  Social Media: Facebook: www.facebook.com/matthewturner.writer Facebook Group: Tdog.co/anti-hustle-academy Instagram: instagram.com/turndog.co Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/turndog CONNECT WITH ED: Visible Kindness Website:  https://www.visiblekindness.com MeTooWhatNow Website:  https://www.metoowhatnow.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/metoowhatnow YouTube:  www.youtube.com/c/metoowhatnow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visiblekindness/

In this season finale episode, I talk about the steps that took place in my life that caused me to start the Visible Kindness podcast. Amazingly, the origins come from my experiences as a survivor of childhood sexual abuse. I candidly share how a nervous breakdown in 2016 caused me to lose my job and ultimately bringing me to starting this podcast. SEE THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75mdUk3XzGY  Watch the videos mentioned on the show. Extra video content not included on the show. See pictures related to the stories I tell.   LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Kelly Meany’s story:  https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/life/living-well/yp/2014/03/25/yp-spotlight-benefits-of-mentoring-a-child-return-full-circle/6870113/ Matthew Turner’s book, ‘BEYOND THE PALE.  A Fable about ESCAPING the HUSTLE and FINDING YOURSELF:  https://beyondbook.co CONNECT WITH ED: MeTooWhatNow Website:  https://www.metoowhatnow.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/metoowhatnow YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrvoCb8aYfT8V6Qo53cs81A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visiblekindness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edsquire/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/metoowhatnow 

Junaid shares his journey from his birthplace in Pakistan to America. Starting a podcast about his beekeeping life. The powerful positive effects of being in community. Can our morals and belief systems prevent us from experiencing shame? How to effectively manage the busyness of our lives. Tips on how to handle the crossroads we face in life. How being grateful and compassionate shapes our journeys. The powerful effects of “paying it forward” and why we shouldn't ignore the chance to help others when we have the opportunity. The scientific results of the butterfly effect with acts of kindness. How being kindred spirits in the world affect every single person. CONNECT WITH JUNAID: Website:  https://www.hacksandhobbies.com Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn:  @superjunaid   CONNECT WITH ED: Visible Kindness Website:  https://www.visiblekindness.com MeTooWhatNow Website:  https://www.metoowhatnow.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/metoowhatnow YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrvoCb8aYfT8V6Qo53cs81A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visiblekindness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edsquire/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/metoowhatnow 

About Nathan Todd Nathan was born 8 weeks premature with Cerebral Palsy and didn’t learn to walk until the age of 4. He’s the creator and host of ‘No Label Live, Peel back the label to reveal the authentic you.’ The show is for anyone who is ready to use their voice and share their story but feels trapped by the expectations of others. Nathan is also the author of Empower Yourself: Awaken The B.E.A.S.T. Within. He’s also the co-creator of the ‘Mindfulness Course’ with Katarina Gleisberg.  A 14-Day Mindfulness Mini-Course to support teachers and caregivers seeking relief from strong emotions.  On This Episode How to be happy with where you’re at. The impact Nathan’s mentors have had on his coaching career. Ed reads an excerpt from Nathan’s ‘Loneliness Letter’, and why Nathan thanks loneliness for being in his life. How Nathan’s disabilities brought loneliness into his life, and how this became one of his greatest gifts. How to form a meaningful life regardless of the labels that people put on us, or that we put on ourselves. A story about soup. How simple things in our lives can hold power over us, and how to change them. Nathan answers the question, “What is the greatest act of kindness that you've experienced in your life?” CONNECT WITH NATHAN: Instagram:  @therealnathantodd Merchandise:  https://themusclemotivator.threadless.com 12 Week Group Coaching:  https://mailchi.mp/27ce9fe17b92/the-loneliness-solution Awaken The Beast Within:  https://www.lulu.com/en/us/shop/nathanial-todd/empower-yourself-awaken-the-beast-within/paperback/product-1rvqejyd.html?page=1&pageSize=4 Link to Heather Parady:  www.heatherparady.com CONNECT WITH ED: Visible Kindness Website:  https://www.visiblekindness.com MeTooWhatNow Website:  https://www.metoowhatnow.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/metoowhatnow YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrvoCb8aYfT8V6Qo53cs81A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visiblekindness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edsquire/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/metoowhatnow   

About Nathan Todd   Nathan was born 8 weeks premature with Cerebral Palsy and didn’t learn to walk until the age of 4. He’s the creator and host of ‘No Label Live , Peel back the label to reveal the authentic you.’ The show is for anyone who is ready to use their voice and share their story but feels trapped by the expectations of others. Nathan is also the author of Empower Yourself: Awaken The B.E.A.S.T. Within. He’s also the co-creator of the ‘Mindfulness Course’ with Katarina Gleisberg.  A 14-Day Mindfulness Mini-Course to support teachers and caregivers seeking relief from strong emotions.  On This Episode   Nathan shares how learned to drive using hand controls, graduated college, and learned from an early age that you’re going to fall, the thing that makes the difference is your ability to get up and walk through your fire. How he saw that people can be limited by a label being placed on them, usually by society, and how it can become their reality. How he realized was this isn’t a disability issue, rather it’s a human issue. The work he’s been doing over developing the message of ‘No Label Defines Me’. What 34 years of life have taught him is often it feels like humans are navigating a world that wasn’t designed for us, and to live a ‘No Label Defines Me’ life you must learn to adapt & act. Through eradicating labels, Nathan’s mission is to Eradicate Loneliness and help people get reconnected with their true self. CONNECT WITH NATHAN: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/therealnathantodd/ Clubhouse:  @realnathantodd Merchandise:  https://themusclemotivator.threadless.com 12 Week Group Coaching:  https://mailchi.mp/27ce9fe17b92/the-loneliness-solution Awaken The Beast Within:  https://www.lulu.com/en/us/shop/nathanial-todd/empower-yourself-awaken-the-beast-within/paperback/product-1rvqejyd.html?page=1&pageSize=4 CONNECT WITH ED: Visible Kindness Website:  https://www.visiblekindness.com MeTooWhatNow Website:  https://www.metoowhatnow.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/metoowhatnow YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrvoCb8aYfT8V6Qo53cs81A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visiblekindness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edsquire/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/metoowhatnow   

SHOW NOTES On this episode, I become the guest, Michael Matucci, a filmmaker, director/ writer, and activist, asks me intimate questions about my life as a survivor of childhood sexual abuse, and the effects it had on my life decades later. About Ed Squire For over 20 years, I was a senior business consultant for Fortune 500 and global companies throughout the United States, Canada, and Europe. In 2018, I started a nonprofit called 'MeToo, WhatNow,' advocating for survivors of childhood trauma and abuse.  Now I've dedicated my life to helping survivors rebuild their lives from the ground up to reclaim their identity and restore their dignity. From age 4 until 10, I was sexually abused by four men;  my step-grandfather, a next-door neighbor, and my elementary school teacher. In 2016, I filed a lawsuit against the teaching and the school board that hired him. I'm currently producing a documentary about the experience. On this episode, Michael asks me the following: How I characterize my work with film and camera on videos? What compels and inspires me to create the kind of content that I do? What is the message I like to send about trauma? Why is it important for me to talk about the sexual abuse I experienced as a child decades later? What can manifest in a survivor's life if we don't deal with the past? What are some examples of coping mechanisms that survivors use? How do I change the “shame game” as a survivor of childhood sexual abuse? What is driving men to pay for sex? What would I say to the people who are working to stem the demand of men paying for sex? What is the one message I want to send to my listeners? CONNECT WITH MICHAEL Website:  http://www.michaelmatucci.com Clubhouse:  @courageouslove Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelmatucci/ CONNECT WITH ED: Visible Kindness Website:  https://www.visiblekindness.com MeTooWhatNow Website:  https://www.metoowhatnow.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/metoowhatnow YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrvoCb8aYfT8V6Qo53cs81A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visiblekindness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edsquire/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/metoowhatnow 

My guest is filmmaker, director/producer, actor, and activist, Michael Matucci. On this episode we talk about: One of his recent documentaries called, “Teens for Sale - Sex Trafficking in Suburban America”, and what drew him to create this film. The power each individual has within themselves to be a force for change and good in society. How life can be birthed in the darkest of dark. What if life was a blessing? What if our hardships are key parts to our story? How technology today is giving us the opportunity to send a message to people's hearts who may not be aware of their and doing it in a way that will reach them. Being present with what you do and trusting that, the people you're trying to impact will reach out and take your hand. The difference between working for impact, purpose, and for a higher power, instead of working for self-promotion or to get yourself somewhere. One of the things I love most about Michael, is his personal mission. “I ignite the Truth and empower people's paths of purpose and mission” =========================== CONNECT WITH MICHAEL Website:  http://www.michaelmatucci.com Clubhouse:  @courageouslove Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelmatucci/ CONNECT WITH ED: Visible Kindness Website:  https://www.visiblekindness.com MeTooWhatNow Website:  https://www.metoowhatnow.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/metoowhatnow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrvoCb8aYfT8V6Qo53cs81A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visiblekindness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edsquire/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/metoowhatnow 

About Feather Berkower, LCSW Feather is a licensed clinical social worker and holds a Master’s of Social Welfare from the University of California, Berkeley. She has been a leader in child sexual abuse prevention since 1985 and has educated nearly one-hundred fifty thousand schoolchildren, parents and youth professionals. Her well-regarded workshop, Parenting Safe Children, empowers adults to keep children safe from sexual assault. Before founding Parenting Safe Children, Feather managed a regional chapter of the Child Assault Prevention Program in Colorado, which delivers school-based curricula to protect children and teens from bullying and sexual assault. Feather co-authored Off Limits, a parenting book that will change the way you think about keeping children safe. It is available on her website at parentingsafechildren.com She presents Parenting Safe Children Workshops in schools, youth organizations, parenting groups, and businesses in the United States. Feather is also available for private consultation. Feather believes that adults are responsible for protecting children from sexual assault. Feather makes this difficult topic less scary, and consistently impresses audiences with her knowledge, commitment, and warmth. On this episode: How Feather found her calling to teach child sexual assault prevention Why teaching body-safety to your child is the same as teaching them to wear a seatbelt, or why they shouldn’t touch a hot stove. Feather shares what sex-offenders are looking for. The majority of sex-offenders are someone you know and often a family member. Why adults are responsible for protecting children from sexual assault. Practical tips on what parents can do to get started with child sex-abuse prevention. Connect with Feather: Website:  https://parentingsafechildren.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/parentingsafechildren/ Instagram: @parentingsafechildren. References Movie: ‘Something about Amelia’ 1984; https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0088149/  Recommended resources for purchase: Off Limits: A Parent's Guide to Keeping Children Safe from Sexual Assault -https://parentingsafechildren.com/book/ Conversation Starter Cards -https://parentingsafechildren.com/book/#cards Parenting Safe Children Online Workshop -https://parentingsafechildren.com/online-workshops/ FREE DOWNLOADs FROM FEATHER: https://parentingsafechildren.com/resources/ Connect with Ed: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/metoowhatnow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visiblekindness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edsquire/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/metoowhatnow  Email: ed@visiblekindness.com

About Alison Donaghey Alison believes that worthiness is the foundation of EVERYTHING we do. We can connect with our worth internally and have a strong foundation in life, or we can connect with it externally and have a foundation built on sand. Life is truly more remarkable when we can learn to reclaim the worth, we were born with. Alison has a background in psychology, criminology, and sociology, was a single mom on welfare when she started her biz and is an international best-selling author. On This Episode: 1. Reasons why it’s hard to find your value. 2. The effects of not knowing your value and worth. 3. How to find your value and worth. 4. What is ‘trauma sharing’, and why it’s unhealthy. 5. Unhealthy effects of staying in victim mode. 6. How to foster more healthy relationships by connecting deeper with your worth. 7. What it means to “see yourself”, and “see others.” 8. Why Self compassion naturally causes us to be kind to others. Connect with Alison: Website:  https://www.dominothinking.com Facebook:  https://m.facebook.com/dominothinking/ YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_  LinkedIn and Twitter: @alisondonaghey  Instagram: @dominothinking. FREE DOWNLOADS FROM ALISON: Tired of giving your worth away? Want to own your life and stop putting you happiness in other people’s hands?  Go here to Reclaim Your Worth… because you are worth it. Want a simple 5 step process that helps when you are under stress so that you can stay connected to your worth?  Grab this FREE BRAVE process. Connect with Ed: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/metoowhatnow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visiblekindness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edsquire/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/metoowhatnow 

This is an excerpt from S1E006 - The power of mindfulness and self-compassion with Katarina Gleisberg.  Hear the full interview at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-visible-kindness-podcast/id1519336061 Connect with Katarina: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/katarinagleisberg "Calm During Chaos" Mindfulness eCourse for Beginners YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2b2F6lyEUK9P0U_BIIAXOA  Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/Katarina-Gleisberg-Mindful-Teaching-207630459925723/?modal=admin_todo_tour LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/katarina-gleisberg-19b466a8/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/katarinagleisberg/ Website: http://www.ellteachershare.com Connect with Ed: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/metoowhatnow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visiblekindness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edsquire/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/metoowhatnow