#17 Michelle Collier: From 911 Dispatcher to Healing Advocate
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In this episode of Wounds to Wisdom, host Sara Correll interviews Michelle Collier, a retired 911 dispatcher supervisor, who shares her powerful journey of healing after experiencing a traumatic call that deeply affected her mental health. Through the Power of Our Stories community, Michelle found the courage to confront her past and begin healing from both her experiences in dispatching and her unresolved childhood trauma.
Michelle opens up about the emotional challenges that come with working in high-stress environments and emphasizes the importance of understanding oneself before entering such intense professions. She also sheds light on the profound impact of childhood trauma on adulthood and how it shaped her life.
Michelle encourages others to seek healing, explore different methods, and find what works for them on their journey. Her story is a testament to the power of sharing and embracing personal growth through the support of others.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:17 Becoming a 911 Dispatcher and Hitting a Breaking Point
07:44 The Power of Our Story: Opening Up and Sharing
11:00 Gaining Insight and Reflecting on the Past
15:30 The Role of Dispatching in Michelle's Life
20:10 Taking Time Off and Reflecting on Control
23:20 The Power of Our Stories: Empowering Others
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Rozdziały
1. #17 Michelle Collier: From 911 Dispatcher to Healing Advocate (00:00:00)
2. Finding Healing Through Shared Stories (00:00:12)
3. Embracing Healing Through Various Approaches (00:17:54)
4. Journey of Healing Through Sharing (00:22:37)
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