Trauma Rock Stars

Welcome to Trauma Rock Stars — Real Stories. Raw Truths. Rock Star Resilience.

Hosted by Tracy, a survivor and advocate, this podcast is a safe, real, and empowering space for anyone navigating the journey of trauma recovery. Each episode dives into the emotional truth of healing, offering insights, tools, and conversations that help break the silence, remove the shame, and celebrate the strength it takes to grow through what you've been through.

Whether you're just beginning your healing process or are deep in it, you’ll find support, inspiration, and community here. From personal stories to expert interviews and therapeutic tools, this is where trauma survivors become rock stars of their own lives.

Hit follow and join the movement — because healing takes courage, and you’re stronger than you know.

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Trauma Rock Stars

60 & Starting Over: It's NEVER Too Late! | Trauma Rock Stars Ep. 19

October 24, 2025 • Host - Rock Star Tracy • Episode 19

Join Tracy and her incredible guest, Dallas Collis, who completely started over at 60 years old. His powerful story is a testament that you're NEVER too old to heal, redefine your life, and find true happiness. This episode will challenge your perceptions of healing and empower you to reclaim your peace.

In this profound episode, you'll discover:

How Dallas completely rebuilt his life at 60, proving age is just a number.

The liberating truth behind the phrase: Show me yesterday.
Why addiction is often about seeking relief, not pleasure.
The power of letting go of blame and taking personal responsibility for your healing.
Insights into trauma from birth, childhood, and the spectrum of human experience.
Why happiness is our universal destination.

Dallas's raw honesty and inspiring journey will shift your perspective on what's possible.

Connect with Dallas Collis:
Email: dallascollis@gmail.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dallas.collis33
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dallasfit5life
TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@dallascollis.com

Amazon: Buy his books: https://a.co/d/3aL8C2X

Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro: Meet Dallas - Never Too Late
2:20 - Our Universal Journey: The Pursuit of Happiness
5:05 - The Original Trauma: Childbirth & Early Wounds
9:30 - Trauma as a Spectrum & Childhood Impacts
13:50 - Addiction: Not Pleasure, But Relief
18:10 - The Illusion of Blame vs. Personal Responsibility
22:50 - Dallas's Rock Bottom: Cancer, Loss & Suicidal Ideation
28:55 - The Turning Point: Show Me Yesterday
34:40 - Practicing Trauma: Why We Hold Onto Pain
39:50 - Challenging It's Okay Not To Be Okay
44:40 - Walking Away From Your Story: True Freedom

Connect with Trauma Rock Stars:

Email: podcast@traumarockstars.com

TikTok: @traumarockstars
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TraumaRockStars
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/traumarockstars/
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TraumaRockStars