Ella’s Story of Resilience | Battling Trauma and Eating Disorders | Part 1
Podcast:Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads Published On: Tue Oct 22 2024 Description: Trigger Warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics, including trauma, eating disorders, and abusive relationships. If these topics feel overwhelming, please take care and step away if needed. Your well-being is the priority. We are humbled to announce that we’ve been awarded the 2024 Women In Podcasting Award for Mental Health! Recently, we also received the 2024 People’s Choice Podcast Award for Health, and we are so grateful. These awards mean everything to us, and none of this would be possible without the unwavering support of our listeners, guests, and everyone who voted. From the bottom of our hearts—thank you! Our mission is to normalize conversations around mental health, and these recognitions show we’re making a difference together. In this inspiring episode, G-Rex and Dirty Skittles sit down with Ella, a bestselling author, mental health advocate, and public speaker. Ella shares her powerful journey, beginning with a car accident at age four that left her physically scarred, followed by years of bullying, abusive relationships, and struggles with substance abuse. Her battle with an eating disorder ultimately brought her close to organ failure. Ella’s memoir, From Broken to Beautifully Broken, reveals how she transformed pain into power and found beauty in the broken parts of her life. Her story reminds us that no matter how dark things get, there’s always hope for recovery and healing. This is Part 1 of Ella’s story—tune in next week for the continuation! Key Takeaways: Mental Health Is Health: Ella’s story underscores the importance of addressing mental health with the same care as physical health. The Power of Sharing: By sharing her journey, Ella inspires others to open up and break the silence around their struggles. Support Systems Save Lives: Strong support systems can make all the difference in helping people find their path to healing. Connect with Our Guest, Ella: http://www.ellashae.com https://www.instagram.com/ellashae_author https://www.linkedin.com/in/elisa-d%E2%80%99amelio-5a74b4289/ Subscribe, Rate, and Review! Don’t forget to subscribe to hear more real and raw conversations about mental health. Please rate and review us on your favorite podcast platform or visit our Website - https://goesoninourheads.net/add-your-podcast-reviews #MentalHealth #Resilience #HealingJourney #FromBrokenToBeautiful #MentalHealthMatters #TraumaRecovery #PodcastCommunity #PeoplesChoiceAward #EatingDisorderAwareness #AdvocateForChange #SupportSystems #MentalHealthPodcast #STGOIOH #Grex #DirtySkittles #WomenInPodcastingAwardWinner ***************************************************************************If You Need Support, Reach OutIf you or someone you know is facing mental health challenges, please don’t hesitate to reach out to a crisis hotline in your area. Remember, it’s OK not to be OK—talking to someone can make all the difference.United States: Call or Text 988 — 988lifeline.orgCanada: Call or Text 988 — 988.caWorldwide: Find a HelplineMental Health Resources and Tools: The Help HubStay Connected with G-Rex and Dirty SkittlesOfficial Website: goesoninourheads.netFacebook: @shltthatgoesoninourheadsInstagram: @grex_and_dirtyskittlesLinkedIn: G-Rex and Dirty SkittlesJoin Our Newsletter: Sign Up HereMerch Store: goesoninourheads.shopAudio Editing by NJz Audio Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.