Unspoken: Conversations with Candace
Welcome to Unspoken: Conversations with Candace Where we talk openly about “taboo” topics in order to spark difficult and uncomfortable conversations. Where we allow a safe place for anyone who has had trauma to be heard. Unspoken Conversations with Candace is about speaking your truth by using your voice because you matter. Each episode will feature a guest who will talk candidly about their personal journey that will give you the feeling of HOPE that no matter what you are going through, no matter how difficult it can be to talk about, you are not alone and there are plenty of resources to help. We are all about healing, encouragement, and support. Trust that there is power in speaking your truth and sharing your experiences with others because you can have an impact or even save someone’s life. Hosted by yours truly, Candace Sanchez, by day I am a Healthcare IT Professional, I am the Author of my personal story Unspoken -- because I wasn’t supposed to tell. I am also a Life Coach and Motivational Speaker. You can connect with me at www.candacesanchez.com and through my social media platforms on Facebook and Instagram to stay on the loop on all things related to Unspoken Conversations with Candace, the links are in the show notes. You can also support the show by purchasing a copy of my book titled Unspoken available on Amazon. I hope you’ll join me on this path to healing. Now be prepared to spark your own conversations, be encouraged to share your story and envision how your voice can be an impact to many!!
Unspoken: Conversations with Candace
S4 E4: Journeying Through Trauma and Healing with Cassandra and Sage
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Candace Sanchez
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Season 4
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Episode 4
Candace invites guests Cassandra Wind and her daughter, Sage, to explore their profound journey through trauma, healing, and growth in this touching episode. From shared experiences of abuse and violence to the powerful transformations facilitated through healing practices, this conversation is a testament to resilience and the unbreakable bond between mother and child.
Cassandra recounts her turbulent past, including physical and sexual abuse, and the strength it took to protect her siblings. She speaks on her path from victim to healer, sharing how martial arts, counseling, and alternative healing methods have played pivotal roles in her recovery. Sage adds another dimension, reflecting on how their understanding of gender and trauma has shaped their perspective on life and family dynamics.
Cassandra recounts her turbulent past, including physical and sexual abuse, and the strength it took to protect her siblings. She speaks on her path from victim to healer, sharing how martial arts, counseling, and alternative healing methods have played pivotal roles in her recovery. Sage adds another dimension, reflecting on how their understanding of gender and trauma has shaped their perspective on life and family dynamics.
Candace shares parallel experiences, emphasizing her commitment to creating a safe space for survivors. She praises Cassandra's impactful book, Ancient Teachings, New Traditions: A mother's quest to raise an empowered daughter, urging listeners to find hope and courage in its pages.
The episode not only uncovers the deep-rooted cultural taboos around discussing trauma but also highlights the vital importance of open communication, education, and empowerment.
Episode Highlights:
16:54 - So, in my mind, I'm going, this is insane. So, this little thing happened and that sexual abuse is nothing. You do nothing. You have a talk and this is happening. So then he said, "Well, if you don't start crying, I will start beating the littlest one." So, I remember this. They all start screaming, "Please cry."
24:29 - I got this I heard this voice in my head say, don't talk about your story. It's going to be too upsetting for you. Ask them how they how they entice their victims. What methods did they use? And they thought that was much more empowering for me.
47:03 - One of the teachings that I really felt really strongly about that I came across through the Aborigines is they don't see children as anything but another spirit coming in that the community supports so they discover their gift. So, when they're born, they're taught to go explore and figure out what their gift is. And when they find their gift, they come to the leader, and then they tell them between 7 to 9 years usually in this one tribe called the real ones, and then they have a celebration, and they have food and dancing, and the child gets to announce what he's discovered as the gift that no one else in the tribe has to make the whole community better.
47:03 - One of the teachings that I really felt really strongly about that I came across through the Aborigines is they don't see children as anything but another spirit coming in that the community supports so they discover their gift. So, when they're born, they're taught to go explore and figure out what their gift is. And when they find their gift, they come to the leader, and then they tell them between 7 to 9 years usually in this one tribe called the real ones, and then they have a celebration, and they have food and dancing, and the child gets to announce what he's discovered as the gift that no one else in the tribe has to make the whole community better.