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Child Protection and connecting the dots

Child protection is something we will keep revisiting and opening the conversation about – as it is a difficult area for many people to comprehend. When something doesn't feel right – what do you do? Chris and Beverley speak openly looking at different options and the importance of being aware. Join them in their conversation […]

The Ability To Let Go/Forgive

Do you find you are becoming overwhelmed? Too much is happening or you stuck in a cycle of anger and resentment? Are you trying so hard to control everything, yet it feels like nothing is achievable? Chris and Beverley talk about their own experience and also techniques about letting go and what does the Word […]

Children & Pregnancy part 2

When overcoming trauma especially abuse within the family, when making a decision to have children and become a parent, can be triggering and also a happy moment all in one. We open the conversation about having a "normal" and healthy pregnancy and discuss the other issues, that are not spoken about being a parent and […]

Children & Pregnancy part 1

Making a decision about becoming a parent can be additionally challenging following Abuse and its a subject not often discussed. Being aware of the impact of Trauma in childbirth, or becoming parents in various forms – whilst wanted can also be challenging by mirroring experiences in childhood and triggering fears. Self care is always necessary […]

Are We Allowed To Be Happy – Episode 9

Often we are so busy ensuring everyone else is happy and cared for, that we put ourselves last. There are many reasons for this, and this question is something that comes up at times especially when looking to overcome shame and guilt. Join Chris and Beverley as they openly discuss this in an authentic conversation […]

Movement & The Benefits in Recovery

How can movement benefit you when overcoming anxiety and trauma? What does movement mean especially when you have Chronic Fatigue or Pain? Chris & Beverley share their own thoughts from Lived Experience and a Professional Perspective, talking about what movement means to them including tips, insights and awareness to inspire you. We would love to […]

Episode 7 – Emotions

How do you cope with your emotions? Do you just get on with it? Avoid feeling at all costs? Find ways to keep going and shut them out? Does this sound familiar to you? Chris and Beverley share their own lived experience and professional perspective in this 30 minutes (ish) episode. We would love you […]

Episode 6 – Therapy

In this episode we talk about Therapy – including our own experience together with professional perspective as always. Join us and feedback to us your own thoughts and questions about Therapy and its Benefits. breakingthecycletostepforward@gmail.com https://survivorsofabuse.org.uk/ https://stepforwardpractice.co.uk Listen below: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/eexens/EP_6_Therapybelq0.mp3

Episode 5 -Trust

If you have grown up with your care givers breaking your trust, how to you learn about Trust yourself. Chris and Beverley discuss Trust in their authentic way, sharing their own Lived Experience together with professional perspective. Don't forget to follow us and if you have any questions contact us breakingthecycletostepforward@gmail.com https://stepforwardpractice.co.uk https://survivorsofabuse.org.uk/ Listen below: […]

Special Edition Part 2 IICSA reporting

The IICSA (Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse) report was shared on 20 October 2022 and in this episode Chris and Beverley share their own experience of sharing their story through the Truth Project and how this contributed to the Inquiry. In the first part of this Special Edition, we spoke about the Background of […]