Ep. 50 Surviving the Unthinkable: A Tragic Intruder Attack w/ Tennyson Jacobson

Woman Lessons

Woman Lessons
Ep. 50 Surviving the Unthinkable: A Tragic Intruder Attack w/ Tennyson Jacobson
Jul 15, 2025 Season 1 Episode 50
Traci Peterson

In this episode of Women Lessons, host Traci Peterson interviews Tennyson Jacobson, who shares her harrowing experience of a violent home invasion that changed her life. Tennyson discusses the trauma she faced, the fight for survival, and her journey towards healing. She emphasizes the importance of trusting one's intuition, the role of mindfulness and nervous system regulation in recovery, and how faith has shaped her perspective. Tennyson also highlights the courage found in everyday moments and offers resources for others on their healing journeys.


00:00

Introduction to Tennyson's Story

02:48

The Home Invasion Incident

05:45

The Fight for Survival

08:30

The Aftermath and Healing Process

11:08

The Role of Intuition and Asking for Help

14:06

The Journey of Healing and Transformation

21:36

The Impact of Unacknowledged Emotions

23:01

Healing Through Connection and Professional Guidance

23:43

Regulating the Nervous System: Techniques and Practices

26:23

The Importance of Safety and Trust in Healing

28:19

Building Mindfulness as a Daily Practice

30:16

Trusting Intuition: A Journey of Self-Discovery

34:17

Exploring Faith and Spirituality in Healing

35:58

Understanding Internal Family Systems Therapy

37:48

Courage in Small Moments of Healing


Get a copy of Tennyson's Book: 

The Mother Of All Days: The True Story Of A Fatal Break In And The Unexpected Path To Healing 

https://a.co/d/fq8zPKS


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