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In this episode of Break the Silence, Build a Future, I sit down with Molly Booker, a passionate advocate for authenticity, mental well-being, and embracing life's imperfections. We dive into the raw realities of grief, resilience, and how to navigate the messy, unpredictable nature of healing. Molly shares her personal journey of loss, growth, and finding purpose through the chaos.

If you've ever felt stuck in your pain or struggled to embrace your own story, this conversation will inspire you to find strength in the mess.
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Healing doesn’t happen in isolation—it happens in connection. In this episode of Break the Silence, Build a Future, host Fartumo Kusow explores the transformative power of healing in community. Discover why shared experiences foster resilience, how they help break down isolation, and the practical steps to create spaces of connection and support.

Whether you’re navigating your own healing journey or supporting others, this episode offers valuable insights and encouragement to build stronger, more connected futures.
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Loss reshapes our lives, challenging our sense of identity and purpose. In this episode of Break the Silence, Build a Future, host Fartumo Kusow explores the true meaning of resilience after loss—not as bouncing back, but as growing and rebuilding in the face of pain.

Join Fartumo as she shares insights on embracing vulnerability, finding strength in adversity, and redefining purpose after grief. Whether you’re navigating your own loss or supporting someone on their journey, this episode offers hope, encouragement, and practical steps to move forward.

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• Resilience after loss
• Rebuilding after grief
• Emotional healing
• Finding purpose in pain
• Strength in vulnerability

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In this episode of Break the Silence, Build a Future, host Fartumo Kusow explores the transformative power of storytelling. Sharing your story not only helps you heal, but it also creates a ripple effect—connecting with others, inspiring courage, and fostering a movement for change.

Fartumo reflects on the challenges and rewards of vulnerability, shares how her own story has impacted others, and offers tips on starting your own ripple effect. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about the power of owning your story and creating meaningful connections through your voice.

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00:00
The Power of Storytelling

09:27
Vulnerability and Connection

16:19
Challenges and Rewards of Sharing

20:29
Starting Your Own Ripple Effect

24:17
The Ripple Effect of Storytelling

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In this episode of 'Break the Silence, Build the Future', Fartumo Kusow delves into the emotional and psychological costs of avoiding grief, sharing her personal journey following the tragic loss of her daughter. She emphasizes the importance of confronting grief rather than suppressing it, discussing the profound impacts of avoidance on mental health and relationships. The episode serves as a guide for listeners to navigate their own grief, encouraging them to embrace their emotions and honor their losses as part of their healing journey.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Grief and Loss

01:15
Personal Journey of Grief

05:00
The Cost of Avoiding Grief

11:54
Facing Grief: Steps to Healing

15:36
Honoring Love and Loss

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Grief doesn’t have an endpoint; it becomes a part of who we are, shaping how we see the world and live our lives. In this episode of Break the Silence, Build a Future, host Fartumo Kusow explores what it means to live with grief and make it a part of your story.

Fartumo reflects on how grief becomes woven into our daily lives and shares personal insights on finding purpose and meaning in the midst of pain. She discusses how to embrace a "new normal" where grief coexists with hope, joy, and resilience.

If you’ve ever felt the weight of grief and wondered how to move forward, this episode offers a compassionate and empowering perspective on carrying grief with strength and grace.

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In this episode of Break the Silence, Build a Future, host Fartumo Kusow sits down with Victoria Ellen, author of Painting in the Rain: A True Story of Trickery and Triumph. Victoria Ellen is a survivor, the mother of two adult children, a wife, and an executive in corporate America. In 2023, she published her first book titled “Painting in the Rain: A True Story of Trickery and Triumph.

Victoria speaks at corporate events, is featured as a guest on podcasts, and does book signing events for local organizations in the Cincinnati area. She is passionate about sharing her inspirational story with the world. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, singing, and gardening. She divides her time between her homes in Ohio and in the Caribbean.

Victoria shares her deeply personal journey of overcoming the grief of a lost marriage to someone she thought was a loving husband and father, only to discover a devastating betrayal.

The Episode explores the complex emotions of grief, anger, and self-discovery that followed, and how Victoria found the courage to own her story and share it with the world through her book and media appearances. Her story is one of resilience, vulnerability, and transformation, offering hope and inspiration for anyone navigating their own pain and loss.
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Join us as we discuss:

• The grief of losing not just a partner, but the life you thought you had.
• The power of vulnerability in owning your story.
• How sharing her truth became a tool for healing and empowerment.
• Advice for others hesitant to share their own painful
  Chapters
  
  00:00Introduction to Resilience and Healing
  
  02:28Victoria's Journey Through Abuse
  
  05:08The Pain of Realization
  
  06:55The Process of Leaving
  
  09:14The Impact on Children
  
  11:28Owning Your Story
  
  13:38The Decision to Share
  
  16:31Writing the Memoir
  
  18:56The Role of Support Systems
  
  23:39The Journey of Writing Together
  
  25:05Legal Considerations in Storytelling
  
  26:56The Meaning Behind 'Painting in the Rain'
  
  28:06The Impact of Sharing Your Story
  
  29:40Healing Through Storytelling
  
  32:52Discovering Strength Through Vulnerability
  
  34:40The Upcoming Docu-Series
  
  36:03Inspiring Others to Leave Toxic Relationships
  
  37:36Understanding Grief and Its Manifestations
  
  44:27Reclaiming Power Through Storytelling
  
  46:45Advice for Sharing Painful Stories
  
  49:45Where to Find the Book
  
  
  
  
  
  
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In this episode of Break the Silence, Build a Future, host Fartumo Kusow delves into the transformative power of owning your story. Sharing deeply personal reflections, Fartumo discusses the courage it takes to confront grief and speak your truth, even when it challenges societal expectations. Whether shared publicly or privately, embracing your story is a vital step in the healing process. Join us as we explore the value of vulnerability, the strength in storytelling, and how reclaiming your narrative can lead to profound growth and resilience.
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