Triggers, Faith, And The Power To Leave
About this episode
The episode explores the impact of language and faith on personal identity through the experiences of Barb and her guest Ace.
A single nickname can carry a lifetime of weight. When “Barb” surfaces, it’s not just shorthand; it’s a trigger tied to an old marriage, a lost sense of self, and the slow work of rebuilding identity. We open that door and walk through it with care—naming how language, place, and early faith choices shape what we tolerate, what we fear, and what we finally refuse. From there, Ace takes us into his journey: agnostic roots, hard questions no one would answer, years of showing up in church, and ...
People in this episode
Host: Barbara L Parker
Guest: Ace
Topics covered
- identity
- faith
- triggers
- self-discovery
- mental health
Keywords
- triggers
- faith
- identity
- self-discovery
- mental health
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