We Can Do Hard Things How to Break Cycles with Allison Russell (Best Of)
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Aug 3, 2025 Allison Russell, a talented singer and songwriter, shares her transformative journey from trauma to healing. She discusses how music and sisterhood helped her break cycles of abuse and reclaim her body. The conversation highlights the generational differences in emotional expression and the resilience found within the queer community. Russell also touches on the empowerment of women in music and the importance of addressing trauma honestly. Through her stories, she emphasizes the healing power of art, love, and supportive relationships.
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Children Teasing Reflects Trust
- Children teasing about parental pain shows they trust and feel secure enough to play with tough emotions.
- This playful confidence contrasts with Allison's own childhood fear and silencing.
Speak Truthfully About Trauma
- Be honest with children about trauma to prevent them feeling blame or isolation.
- Acknowledge trauma is about parental pain, not the child's fault.
Allison's Early Childhood Trauma
- Allison Russell was removed from her mother's care before age two due to her mother's untreated paranoid schizophrenia and harmful behaviors.
- An older abusive stepfather later adopted her, causing ten years of abuse until she ran away at 15.
