[Content Warning]: Child abuse, humiliation, child sexual abuse, coercive control, neglect, rape, sex trafficking, self harm

Today, Jan is again joined by engineer and author Ted L. Turner and Charlotte Gwalt for part two of Charlotte's journey from desperation to a stable and happy life. Charlotte reveals how a life shaped by trauma led her to her future husband as a teenager and the long, difficult path to building a healthy life. She and Jan discuss the struggles of a young marriage, the profound impact of finally having her story believed by Ted, and the hard work of learning to mother her children when she had no model for it. Charlotte opens up about her journey to spiritual peace, forgiveness, and discovering her innate worth. This episode is ultimately a testament to hope, detailing how Charlotte broke the cycle of abuse to create a loving family and a lasting legacy of healing.

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[Content Warning]: Child abuse, humiliation, child sexual abuse, coercive control, neglect, rape, sex trafficking, self harm

Today, Jan is joined by Ted L. Turner, who is an engineer, a leader, and the author of The Tornado's Daughter. Alongside him we have the subject of his book, survivor of hunger, poverty, and just about any abuse one person can inflict upon another, Charlotte Gwalt. From a childhood marked by extreme abuse, neglect, and brainwashing at the hands of her father, in part one Charlotte recounts a life of constant fear, hunger, and manipulation. After her sister escapes, a lonely and desperate 13-year-old Charlotte is left behind, where she becomes the target of predators who traffic and assault her. This episode details her incredible survival through unthinkable trauma, a terrifying pregnancy, and a desperate escape, only to face the heartbreak of losing her first child. Her story is a raw and shocking account of resilience in the face of evil, ending as she glimpses a potential new beginning.

Buy Ted’s Book: The Tornado’s Daughter: The Inspiring True Story of Charlotte Gwalt

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Announcement: The Jan Broberg Show will be rebranding to Trauma Interrupted Mitigated and Expressed (T.I.M.E.) with Jan Broberg in the near future, so just know it’s us in your feed when the change takes place.

In this series, Jan selects a word to focus on for each month, encouraging growth in a specific area, challenging herself and her audience. This year Jan will be focusing on the difficult words and topics we tend to tie to ourselves, offering insight and tools to manage or overcome these obstacles. This month, the focus is on Recovery. Jan discusses the importance of storytelling as a first step in healing, the challenges of breaking trauma cycles, and the signs of being in recovery, such as self-love and emotional regulation. Sharing a personal story about her son's struggle with addiction and her own moments of despair, Jan emphasizes that recovery is a non-linear journey of self-awareness, resilience, and mindful action. She encourages listeners to engage, share feedback, and continue supporting each other through shared experiences of trauma and healing.

Mentioned Resources:
How to Love Yourself: In Less Than a Week & Also for the Rest of Your Life by Rachel Madorsky
Trauma Recovery Scale

National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call/Text 988
National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN) : 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
National Alliance for Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264

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