20. Amy Charlesworth: Fight, Flight, or Freedom - How One Veteran Found Peace Without Resolution
20. Amy Charlesworth: Fight, Flight, or Freedom - How One Veteran Found Peace Without Resolution  
Podcast: Wisdom Stripes with Meg Tuohey
Published On: Thu Feb 27 2025
Description: What if your deepest wounds aren’t broken pieces of fix, but sacred messages waiting to be heard? In this soul-stirring conversation with 16-year Army veteran Amy Charlesworth (a.k.a., Qnamy), we uncover how trauma can become our greatest teacher on the path to healing. She reveals how surviving military sexual trauma and battling profound mental health challenges led to a life-changing realization: sometimes our deepest healing comes not from changing our past, but from reshaping our relationship with it. What sacred message might your challenges be waiting to share with you? Join us in this conversation and discover how your story of pain could become your greatest source of power.  Connect with Amy Charlesworth:  Listen to "The Qnamy Show" on all your favorite platforms! YouTube: https://bit.ly/3EVfxym Spotify: https://bit.ly/3EQnbKc Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/41yHHrR   Connect with Amy Charlesworth: Website: https://bit.ly/3DkCYAx YouTube: https://bit.ly/3EVfxym Instagram: https://bit.ly/43cWHgg TikTok: https://bit.ly/4h1QHu3 LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4kcEXrf TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Intro 02:20 Wisdom from Amy Charlesworth 05:39 Battle Scars that Have Impacted Amy 07:57 Coming to Terms from Injustice 13:07 Growing Up with a Volatile Childhood 15:32 Amy’s Healing Journey 21:16 Being a “Gangster” 26:44 Separating the Human from the Soul 28:48 Women Were Not Allowed to Fuel Their Authentic Emotions 31:54 Trauma Healing & Letting Fear Out of Her Body 35:32 Use of Sacred Plant Medicines in Safe Entheogenic Churches and Retreats 39:14 Awareness Shift from Survival Mode 44:28 What’s the Next Journey for Amy? 48:58 Scars that Are Yet to Fully Heal 50:57 Forgiving without Justice 1:00:02 Outro 📕Meg Tuohey is a renowned expert in relationships, leadership, and personal growth. Learn more about her mission and how she is changing lives here: https://bit.ly/3NtUF24 🎓Shatter emotional barriers and reclaim your power with The Wisdom Lab, designed for women seeking profound breakthroughs in personal growth and emotional healing.: https://bit.ly/4eI8S7N 📰 For more information on Wisdom Stripes with Meg Tuohey visit: https://bit.ly/3U9V5OZ 📺Watch the "Wisdom Stripes" podcast every Thursday at 5AM EST on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3BO3Mbk 📱Connect with Meg Tuohey: Instagram: https://bit.ly/4f6B0AW Facebook: https://bit.ly/3BILKXU TikTok: https://bit.ly/4f7M8he LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hbXJOb Subscribe To: https://www.youtube.com/@makingrelationshipswork7250 🎙️Download “Wisdom Stripes” podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Yp2vjP 🎙️Download “Wisdom Stripes” podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4f8xTsj 🚨DISCLAIMER: The Wisdom Stripes podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. The host Meg Tuohey shares personal stories, experiences, and knowledge aimed at helping listeners gain new insights for personal growth. However, the content is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not use the information as a replacement for consultations with qualified mental health, medical, or other professionals. If you are seeking professional help, please consult with a licensed specialist.