Navigating Motherhood, Poetry, and Healing with Dr. Whitnee Coy
Welcome to another inspiring episode of "When Not Yet Becomes Right Now." This is the podcast where we dive deep into those pivotal moments of transformation, the times when hesitation fades and "not yet" truly shifts into "right now". Your host, Jen Ginty, believes that each episode explores stories of resilience, moments of clarity, and the sparks that ignite real change, helping people navigate life's complex journey and emerge stronger.
Jen's own journey as a childhood abuse survivor living with Complex PTSD and Major Depressive Disorder inspired her to create this podcast, recognizing that her story of facing trauma was just one among countless others, each equally important and impactful.
In this profound episode, Jen speaks with Dr. Whitnee Coy, an award-winning poet and dedicated advocate for emotional wellness. Together, they explore Whitnee's remarkable journey, touching upon themes of trauma, the unique challenges of motherhood, and her experience navigating the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) with her daughter.
Whitnee shares her deeply personal experiences of resilience, emphasizing the powerful role of storytelling in healing. Listeners will gain insight into how she masterfully uses her poetry and children's books to help others understand and regulate their emotions. Her conversation with Jen highlights the critical significance of self-care, empowerment, and the transformative role of education in fostering healing and personal growth. This episode beautifully illustrates how individuals navigate life's struggles with courage, offering encouragement, advice, and resources to reach out for help and face tough challenges.
Key Takeaways from This Episode:
• Transformation moments can lead to profound change.
• Resilience is often born from trauma and adversity.
• Motherhood can bring unexpected challenges, especially in the NICU.
• Grief and joy can coexist in difficult experiences.
• Choosing oneself is a vital part of healing.
• Education can empower individuals and communities.
• Storytelling is a powerful tool for healing.
Episode Highlights:
• [12:30] Motherhood and NICU Experience
• [18:10] Navigating Grief and Expectations
• [29:52] The Role of Education in Empowering Indigenous Communities
This podcast was created so that others don't feel alone in their struggles. Jen firmly believes that we all have stories to tell that can help others feel less alone, and she wants to share those stories to help people understand they are not alone.
Don't miss this deeply moving and insightful conversation! Listen in as we continue to uncover how people navigate the complex journey we call life and come out stronger on the other side.
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Learn more about Jen's therapeutic doll, My Moody Monster®, a pull-apart buddy designed to help children understand and manage their big feelings, at http://www.mymoodymonster.com. Jen also shares "Moody Talks" on her YouTube channel, discussing emotions and coping skills using DBT.
Jennifer is a single mom and entrepreneur who lives with Complex PTSD and Major Depressive Disorder from childhood trauma. Throughout her life, Jen has learned valuable coping skills and has made it her mission to help others to better understand their own emotions.
Jen has faced obstacles in her healing journey - from becoming a mother without a healthy parental model of her own to overcoming her inner saboteur while coping with the symptoms of CPTSD and Depression. She has spent the last 4 years developing My Moody Monster - a pull apart plush toy that has helped children to get out their frustrations in a safe way and giving families a tool to talk about emotions and communication.
Jen believes by sharing her own story she can help others to know they are not alone. Her YouTube channel features her Moody Talks focusing on an emotion each month and teaching coping skills that have helped her with her own mental health.
After being featured on multiple mental health and parenting podcasts, Jen had a powerful realization: her story of pushing away the hard work of facing her trauma was just one journey, and there are countless other journeys out there—each just as important and impactful. This is what inspired her to create "When Not Yet Becomes Right Now", a space for exploring the many different paths we take in life.
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Send us a text Jen speaks with Dr. Whitnee Coy, an award-winning poet and advocate for emotional wellness. They explore Whitnee's journey through trauma, motherhood and the challenges of navigating the NICU with her daughter. Whitnee shares her experiences of resilience, the importance of storytell…
