121. Arci Grey: Announcing the Opening of Survivor School!

121. Arci Grey: Announcing the Opening of Survivor School!

Author: Dave Markel January 21, 2025 Duration: 19:35
It's quite an honor to have Arci Grey come back as my guest this week as she introduces Survivor School, an online trauma-informed personal development platform designed for trauma survivors! Our discussion covers the journey of establishing the school, the diverse range of experts involved, and the various modalities offered to support healing. Arci emphasizes the importance of addressing trauma in all aspects of life and invites listeners to engage with the platform. Without giving the whole episode away, I want you to know some of the key take-aways that Arci describes in telling us about Survivor School; she describes for us the 4 pillars of Survivor School: Health & Wellness: Be well. Trauma can affect your physical health and well-being in many ways including chronic stress and illness. These programs provide resources for managing stress, promoting self-care, and addressing trauma-related health issues, to empower you to regain vitality and thrive. Money & Career Be wealthy. Survivors often face financial instability and stunted personal and professional growth. These programs are designed to help you regain focus and productivity, build financial security and pursue entrepreneurial ventures so that you can regain control of your life and your dreams. Love & Relationships Love again. Trauma can strain relationships and hinder intimacy and trust. These workshops and programs offer strategies and support to cultivate healthy connections, fostering deeper understanding and communication, in personal and intimate relationships. Happiness & Healing Be happy. Trauma can overshadow joy and hinder emotional healing. Here you will find a roadmap to reclaim happiness and inner peace, empowering you to embrace your journey, find purpose, and thrive in life. (Cite: https://www.arcigrey.com/survivorschool , home page.) Key Points: Survivor School is officially open for trauma survivors. Trauma impacts health, wealth, relationships, and personal growth. The platform offers a variety of healing modalities beyond traditional therapy. Over 20 experts contribute to the Survivor School community. The goal is to provide on-demand resources for trauma recovery. Survivor School is designed to help individuals regain control of their lives. The platform includes masterclasses in health, wealth, love, and happiness. Experts are available for direct questions and support. The content is tailored to different learning modalities based on neuroscience. Community engagement is encouraged through live sessions and workshops. Please listen to this fantastic episode and hear the enthusiasm and excitement from Arci herself about this amazing opportunity for survivors to heal and grow! Find out more by checking out these links: https://www.survivor-school.com Instagram: @the.survivor.school YouTube: @TheSurvivorSchool Thank you for being a SASS listener. Please subscribe to the show, then give it a five-star rating. 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Hosted by Dave Markel, Sexual Assault Survivor Stories creates a necessary and nuanced space centered on personal narratives and expert understanding. Each week, this podcast shares firsthand accounts from individuals who have experienced sexual assault, offering a raw and respectful look at the journey from victim to survivor. These stories aren't just about the trauma itself; they delve into the complex path of healing, highlighting both the profound adversities faced and the hard-won victories, large and small. Listening provides a window into the emotional and psychological dynamics that define survival, moving beyond simplistic narratives to honor the full, often messy, human experience. Crucially, this isn't a resource only for those directly affected. The podcast deliberately expands the conversation to educate a broader audience. Episodes explore the principles of trauma-informed communication and break down the neuroscience of trauma and memory, explaining how these factors impact a survivor's recall and testimony. This approach fosters deeper empathy and insight, whether you're a supporter, a professional, or anyone seeking to comprehend these issues on a more informed level. By weaving together personal truth and psychological context, this podcast serves as both a sanctuary for shared experience and a vital tool for collective learning.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Sexual Assault Survivor Stories
Podcast Episodes
186. Joseph Born: The Hidden Reality of Child-on-Child Harm [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:32:15
Joseph Born grew up surrounded by the raw, untamed beauty of Alaska—a childhood filled with exploration, curiosity, and the kind of freedom that most people would associate with innocence. But beneath that backdrop was s…
185. Sara Perry: This Changes How You Think About Healing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:56
This week's episode takes us into a part of the healing conversation that doesn't get talked about nearly enough. I sit down with Sara Perry, founder of Haven Space (https://havenspacecoaching.com/) in Houston, Texas, to…
184. Emily: I Was Living My Life Like Nothing Happened [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:55
This week, Emily joins the show to share a story that has lived quietly beneath the surface while life continued to move forward around it. As a young woman navigating the early stages of adulthood, she opens up about wh…
182. Cassie Nicholas: When Help Was a Setup [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:53
Cassie Nicholas returns to the podcast with a story that is as urgent as it is revealing. After everything she has already survived, Cassie found herself in a situation that looked—on the surface—like support and stabili…
181. MJ: A Few Minutes That Changed Everything [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:49
In this powerful interview, MJ shares her journey through sexual assault, dissociation, and healing. We explore trauma's impact on the body and mind, the importance of support systems, and pathways to recovery. Discover…
179. Dr. Asher: Survivor-Led, System-Changing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:35
Let me introduce you to this week's guest, Dr. Asher. I wanted her here on the show because she is someone whose work sits at the intersection of lived experience, rigorous research, and embodied understanding of trauma.…
178. Norma Peterson: The Power of the Evidentiary Abuse Affidavit [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:21:16
This week I sit down with Norma Peterson, Executive Director of Document the Abuse, to talk about the lasting impact of the Stacy Peterson case and the broader importance of documenting abuse when systems fail survivors.…
177. Daniel: Courage Doesn't Always Feel Brave [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:04
In this episode of Sexual Assault Survivor Stories, I sit down with Daniel—a listener who became a storyteller. Like many of the voices you hear on this podcast, Daniel didn't come to the microphone because he was certai…