SHUT UP and Smile!
“SHUT UP and Smile!” is a powerful and compassionate podcast dedicated to shedding light on the tough and silent issues of abuse.
Join me, Nancy Kohne, along with my co-hosts my daughter Keery and good friend Lisa as we openly and honestly share our own personal stories of abuse and be inspired by our journey toward healing.
Hang with us as we find humor in our past, rebuild our lives, discover relationships built on empowerment, and show you that there is always hope for a brighter future!
Grab a tissue, but be prepared to laugh along the way.
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SHUT UP and Smile!
From Trauma to Triumph: Anne Peshka's Journey of Reinvention
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In this episode of Shut Up and Smile, Nancy Kohne interviews author, speaker, and coach Anne Peshka, whose memoir Trauma Recycled chronicles her journey through adoption trauma, childhood abuse, addiction, grief, and healing. Anne shares how she transformed her life in her 50s, leaving an unfulfilling marriage, starting over, and discovering her true purpose.
The conversation explores overcoming limiting labels, moving beyond victimhood, finding strength through community, and turning pain into purpose. Anne emphasizes that healing is a choice, that our past does not define us, and that everyone has the ability to reinvent themselves. Her powerful message to listeners is simple: You are not alone, and no matter where you are in your journey, it is never too late to create a life you love.