In this episode of Trauma Candy Salad, Sammi, Ashley, and Kyle share stories that highlight what it means to witness trauma and carry its impact into adulthood.

• Brennon (🍫 Hershey’s with Almonds) recounts the years he watched his father abuse his mother, the complicated grief of losing her to illness, and the lifelong perspective that experience left behind.

• Turtle Girl (🍭 DumDums) takes us back to her 11th birthday, when a poolside celebration turned nearly fatal for her younger brother—and how that day shaped her vigilance as a parent.

• Betty Boop (🍬 Candy Corn) remembers the night her home was destroyed by fire, and how her father’s quick action saved her family from tragedy.

Together, we unpack the invisible scars left by witnessing violence, accidents, and disasters—and how resilience often takes root in the middle of chaos.

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⚠️ Trigger Warnings:

This episode contains discussions of:

• Domestic violence and child witnessing abuse

• Parental death

• Childhood drowning/near-drowning

• House fire and smoke inhalation trauma

Please take care while listening.