👋 Hey There, Amazing Humans!
This week, we’re having a powerful conversation about grief, trauma, and resilience. We welcome back Honey Badger, an educator and mental health advocate who shares her personal story of profound loss, family struggles, and the tools she’s discovered for healing.
This two-part episode delves into the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) questionnaire, examining how our past influences our present and how we can progress in a healthier manner. If you’ve ever felt lost in grief or struggled with trauma, this conversation is for you.
🔔 Reminder: Part 1 drops Tuesday, 03/04/25, at 3 AM Eastern—set your alarms!
🧠 How Do You Keep Your Focus?
Lately, I’ve been juggling a million ideas at once. Starting my own company has given me the freedom to do work I love, but with that freedom comes a challenge: staying focused.
I’ll begin one project, then suddenly recall the eight million other things I want to do! 😅
Here’s what’s been working for me:
✔️ Making a priority list – I focus on sending pitch emails first so I can land new work.
✔️ Committing to my book – I was almost done, but quitting my job made me want to include this new chapter of my life. Writing has been cathartic and has taught me a lot about myself.
💡 Now, I want to hear from you! 🗣️
How do you stay focused? Share your best tips, and I’ll feature some in social media posts!
📚 Focus & Productivity Resources
Need help staying on track? Try these:
✨ Pomodoro Technique – Work in short bursts with breaks to reset your mind.
✨ Brain Dumping Guide – Write down every thought to clear mental clutter.
✨ Habit Stacking Method – Attach a new habit to an existing routine (e.g., journaling after morning coffee).
✨ Forest App 🌲 – A fun way to gamify focus by growing virtual trees while you work!
🎧 Podcast Reflection Worksheet: Take Action!
After listening, reflect on your key takeaways with our Podcast Reflection Worksheet 📝
✅ What was your biggest insight?
✅ How does this episode relate to your life?
✅ What actions can you take moving forward?
Podcast Worksheet _03_04_25_The ACEs of Grief- Understanding Trauma & Healing with Honey Badger (Part 1).pdf
🎙️ What This Episode is About
Why is discussing grief so difficult? Why does society shy away from conversations about loss, trauma, and mental health? How do our childhood experiences influence how we process grief as adults?
In this episode, we sit down with Honey Badger, an educator and mental health advocate, to discuss:
💔 The impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) – How early trauma affects our emotional and physical health later in life.
💡 The unspoken rules of grief – Why society often encourages us to “move on” too quickly and how that can be harmful.
🛠️ Tools for processing trauma – How understanding your past can help you heal and build resilience.
Grief is complicated, messy, and deeply personal—but by talking about it openly, we can create a healthier and more compassionate approach to loss.
🦡 Meet Our Guest: Honey Badger
Who is Honey Badger, and why is she the perfect person to talk about grief?
Honey Badger is a passionate educator, mental health advocate, and fierce truth-teller. Her journey is one of resilience, self-discovery, and raw honesty.
What makes her story unique?
💔 Profound personal loss – She has experienced deep grief, including the passing of close family members, and has had to navigate difficult family dynamics.
📖 An educator at heart – With a background in education, she approaches mental health and trauma with an informed, research-backed perspective.
🗣️ No-nonsense honesty – She isn’t afraid to call out societal norms around grief, trauma, and healing, challenging outdated approaches to mental health.
💡 A guide for others – Through her own experiences, she now helps others understand, process, and grow through life’s hardest moments.
📖 Healing Resources: Books & Tools on Grief
If you or someone you know is navigating grief, these resources can help:
📖 ACE Questionnaire – Learn how childhood experiences impact emotional well-being.
📖 Grandma’s Breath by Mother Moon (Ages 5-10)
A young girl learns breathwork to ease anxiety and later passes that knowledge on after her grandmother’s passing.
📖 Ida, Always by Caron Lewis (Ages 4-8)
A heartwarming tale about two best-friend polar bears and the realities of loss.
📖 The Invisible String by Patrice Karst (Ages 3-7)
A beautiful reminder that love connects us to those we’ve lost—no matter where they are.
🔑 Key Takeaways from This Episode
1️⃣ Grief is deeply personal. Society often avoids talking about it, but open conversations help.
2️⃣ Childhood experiences shape our response to loss. The ACE questionnaire helps identify risk factors.
3️⃣ Healing starts with acknowledgement. Suppressing grief doesn’t make it disappear—talking about it matters.
🎯 Actionable Steps to Take
✅ Assess Your Past – Take the ACE questionnaire to understand how childhood experiences may affect your emotional well-being.
✅ Start Hard Conversations – Talk openly about grief with family, friends, or a therapist.
✅ Create a Personal Ritual – Whether it’s journaling, lighting a candle, or visiting a meaningful place, small rituals can help process grief.
💬 Let’s Keep the Conversation Going!
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🌟 Closing Thoughts
“You are allowed to be both a masterpiece and a work in progress at the same time.” – Sophia Bush
Healing is not linear. Some days are harder than others, but every step forward counts. Whether you’re grieving, rediscovering yourself, or just trying to stay focused—you are not alone. 💛
Until next time, take care and keep the conversation going.
— G-Rex & Dirty Skittles 🎙️
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G-Rex & Dirty Skittles
It's ok to be not ok, just make sure you're talking to someone
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