Lara Love Hardin

Lara Love Hardin, advocate for trauma-responsive care in prisons, discusses restorative justice, addiction, grief, and community healing. They emphasize the impact of incarceration, the importance of support for recovery, and dismantling shame. Personal stories of growth, transformation, and the toxic nature of shame are shared, highlighting the need for understanding, empathy, and self-compassion in healing journeys.

Oprah discusses Lara Love Hardin's journey from soccer mom to addict to successful author, emphasizing redemption, self-acceptance, and forgiveness. They delve into addiction struggles, incarceration, and the power of writing for transformation. The podcast touches on vulnerability, overcoming insecurities, and surviving moments of despair with resilience and courage.