In this deeply moving episode of Ignite Your Power, host Kathy Mou sits down with Julie Barth—writer, mother of six, trauma survivor, and founder of the Colin James Barth Outreach. Julie shares her powerful story of navigating grief, caregiving, emotional abuse, and ultimately, reclaiming her life.

From raising a daughter with a rare genetic disorder to losing her first husband to cancer and surviving a toxic second marriage, Julie’s journey is one of profound resilience and transformation. Her memoir, aNotes from a BlackBerry, captures the raw reality of love, loss, and starting over—and today, she opens up about the red flags she missed, the strength she found, and how she’s now helping women in crisis reclaim their voice and independence.

💫 Topics we explore:

The emotional toll of caregiving and grief

Subtle signs of emotional abuse

Misconceptions about grief and healing

Steps to leave a toxic relationship safely

How writing became a healing tool

Empowering women through nonprofit work

This episode is for every woman who has ever felt stuck, unseen, or afraid to begin again.

Julie’s story is a testament to the power of rising, even after life tries to break you.

🔗 Learn more about Julie’s work and how you can support the Colin James Barth Outreach at: JulieBarthAuthor.net

CJBOutreach.org

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliebarthauthor/

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