Ep. 982 – Turning Trauma Into Triumph Through Storytelling with Marcy Pusey

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Marcy Pusey helps a 5-year-old and a 90-year-old publish books, believing each person's story matters for healing and connection.

The episode begins with Marcy Pusey introducing her work as a trauma story coach and publisher, emphasizing her belief that every person's story matters for healing and connection. Host Dom Brightmon sets the tone as a motivational interviewer, promoting his book 'Stay the Course' and the podcast's sponsor, Podmatch. Marcy describes her childhood in poverty and how it limited her beliefs, leading to an unexpected transformation after leaving an abusive marriage. She explains that her faith as a Christian and community support were crucial in her survival and current success. Marcy details her professional background, including a social work degree and certifications in trauma and resilience, which inspired her first book 'Reclaiming Hope' for foster families. She discusses her publishing journey, starting with children's books through traditional means and later pivoting to self-publishing after a discouraging event with a New York agent in Paris. This shift led to her bestselling adult book and the founding of her business, where she now helps a diverse range of authors, including those with schizophrenia and neurodivergent traits. Marcy talks about her 22 published books, spanning genres from children's picture books to memoirs, and highlights her recent award-winning book 'The Survival Squad', which uses animal characters to explain brain function. She shares insights on writing for different age groups, the role of faith in her business integrity, and offers a free guide for turning personal messes into messages. The episode concludes with Marcy's advice to her younger self about self-worth and information on how listeners can connect with her through her website and social media.

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A faith-forward case for storytelling as patient, healing work.

Going North Podcast frames the conversation around authorship as a form of care, with the host and guest treating story as both spiritually and practically important.

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If you need permission to treat your story like it matters, press play here and keep it simple.

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