Discovering Our Scars
181 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsDiscovering Our Scars Podcast is all about one thing: honest conversations. Steph and Beth talk about things that make most people uncomfortable (religion, mental illness, sexual abuse, and more). Steph and Beth became friends when they poured their hearts out in a 12-Step recovery small group. Neither was dealing with addiction—but both had hurts, habits, and hang-ups they needed to address. Steph’s journey is detailed in her book, Discovering My Scars, and that’s the inspiration for the podcast. While the podcast is inspired by Steph’s book, the hosts expand on subjects that make each person unique. The mission of the podcast is to help people embrace the “embarrassing” parts of their lives and learn to love and value all of themselves. On the podcast, the hosts share their own experiences and invite guests to broaden the conversation by contributing their own wisdom. As in Steph’s book, the podcast does not “tell you what to do,” rather, it has the ability to inspire people through the hosts’ honest and heartfelt approach.Podcast website: dospod.us
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Discovering My Scars: Chapter 14 "Found"
April 19, 2024 11:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBMore than ten years ago, Steph and her mom were painting a room in Steph’s house when a thought passed through Steph’s mind, “How cool would it be if Home Depot paid us to paint my house?” A few years later, that fleeting thought became a reality. Steph’s DIY hobby converged with her love and talent for video production to become her full-time job. From a college student dealing with life by using unhealthy coping mechanisms, to a self-employed full-time content creator was quite a journey. ...
Coming Out Made Me a Better Christian (with Tracy)
April 05, 2024 11:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBIn this episode, special guest Tracy shares her experience as a Christian who happens to be gay. When Tracy “came out,” she struggled to reconcile her sexuality with her belief in Christ. Like many, she was raised to believe that homosexuality and Christianity were incompatible and yet, both existed in her very person. Tracy dove into Bible study and she found that when she was honest about who she was created to be, her relationship with God only grew deeper and stronger. This is an engagi...
Discovering My Scars: Chapter 13 Inventory
March 22, 2024 11:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBSteph and Beth originally met at work where they did a step study, working through all 12 steps together. In this episode they listen to and discuss chapter 13 of Steph’s memoir, Discovering My Scars, where Steph talks about the revelations of abuse that came from working the fourth step, making a searching and fearless moral inventory. Use these Questions for Reflection to apply this episode in your own life: Have you ever taken an inventory of your life? Would you consider it and where ...
Discovering My Scars: Chapter 13 "Inventory"
March 22, 2024 11:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBSteph and Beth originally met at work where they did a step study, working through all 12 steps together. In this episode they listen to and discuss chapter 13 of Steph’s memoir, Discovering My Scars, where Steph talks about the revelations of abuse that came from working the fourth step, making a searching and fearless moral inventory. Use these Questions for Reflection to apply this episode in your own life: Have you ever taken an inventory of your life? Would you consider it and where ...
I'm not that girl
March 08, 2024 12:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBAlthough we sometimes say that people can’t or don’t change, the truth is, life is all about change. Hopefully, we are always growing and learning so that we can become a better version of ourselves. Beth was recently going through a box of memories and found a bumper sticker declaring her to be a proud member of an organization she would never support in any form these days! She and Steph reflect on all sorts of (mostly) positive changes from the last several years. Use these Questions fo...
Discovering My Scars: Chapter 12 Recovery 2.0
February 23, 2024 13:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBChances are good that you’ve heard of “The Twelve Steps.” These are often discussed in the context of addiction recovery, but Steph and Beth both learned a lot by walking the steps as part of a step study. Each step helps you address those hurts, habits, and hangups that get in your way. It was a helpful process for them in that season of life. In this episode, Steph and Beth listen to and discuss chapter 12 of Steph’s memoir and share some of their memories beyond what’s captured in the boo...
Discovering My Scars: Chapter 12 "Recovery 2.0"
February 23, 2024 13:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBChances are good that you’ve heard of “The Twelve Steps.” These are often discussed in the context of addiction recovery, but Steph and Beth both learned a lot by walking the steps as part of a step study. Each step helps you address those hurts, habits, and hangups that get in your way. It was a helpful process for them in that season of life. In this episode, Steph and Beth listen to and discuss chapter 12 of Steph’s memoir and share some of their memories beyond what’s captured in the boo...
Why Didn’t I Know I Was a Lesbian?
February 09, 2024 12:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MBAt age 36, Steph discovered something important about herself--she is a lesbian. Steph and Beth have an honest conversation about how heteronormativity, especially in the church, delayed Steph’s full awareness of who she is created to be. Questions for Reflection: (1) Do you think people are born queer? (2) How have church and society influenced your understanding of who you are? (3) Would the you of ten years ago recognize yourself today? What might surprise you? (4) Do you care what t...
Discovering My Scars: Chapter 11
January 26, 2024 11:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBSteph and Beth continue to listen to the audiobook version of Steph’s memoir, Discovering My Scars, and discuss what is revealed in chapter 11. At the end of the episode, Steph and Beth offer you these Questions for Reflection: (1) Have you had the experience of knowing only the next right step? What was that like? (2) Reflect on the transitions in your life. What is it like when a transition isn’t attached to a life event like graduating from school? (3) Have you ever had a God-moment (or...
Discovering My Scars: Chapter 11 "Faith"
January 26, 2024 11:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBSteph and Beth continue to listen to the audiobook version of Steph’s memoir, Discovering My Scars, and discuss what is revealed in chapter 11. At the end of the episode, Steph and Beth offer you these Questions for Reflection: (1) Have you had the experience of knowing only the next right step? What was that like? (2) Reflect on the transitions in your life. What is it like when a transition isn’t attached to a life event like graduating from school? (3) Have you ever had a God-moment (or...
Discovering My Scars: Chapter 11 Faith
January 26, 2024 11:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBSteph and Beth continue to listen to the audiobook version of Steph’s memoir, Discovering My Scars, and discuss what is revealed in chapter 11. At the end of the episode, Steph and Beth offer you these Questions for Reflection: (1) Have you had the experience of knowing only the next right step? What was that like? (2) Reflect on the transitions in your life. What is it like when a transition isn’t attached to a life event like graduating from school? (3) Have you ever had a God-moment (or...
Discovering My Scars: Chapter 10 Dear God
January 05, 2024 11:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBSteph and Beth continue to listen to the audiobook version of Steph’s memoir, Discovering My Scars, and discuss what is revealed in chapter 10. In this chapter, God reveals to Steph that she was sexually abused when she was a young child. Steph shares that truth with people she trusts and she finds both common ground and grief. At the end of the episode, Steph and Beth offer you these Questions for Reflection: (1) What do you think of how God reveals truth to people? (2) Have you ever...
Discovering My Scars: Chapter 10 "Dear God"
January 05, 2024 11:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBSteph and Beth continue to listen to the audiobook version of Steph’s memoir, Discovering My Scars, and discuss what is revealed in chapter 10. In this chapter, God reveals to Steph that she was sexually abused when she was a young child. Steph shares that truth with people she trusts and she finds both common ground and grief. At the end of the episode, Steph and Beth offer you these Questions for Reflection: (1) What do you think of how God reveals truth to people? (2) Have you ever...
Discovering My Scars: Chapter 10
January 05, 2024 11:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBSteph and Beth continue to listen to the audiobook version of Steph’s memoir, Discovering My Scars, and discuss what is revealed in chapter 10. In this chapter, God reveals to Steph that she was sexually abused when she was a young child. Steph shares that truth with people she trusts and she finds both common ground and grief. At the end of the episode, Steph and Beth offer you these Questions for Reflection: (1) What do you think of how God reveals truth to people? (2) Have you ever...
Time to Say Goodbye
December 21, 2023 22:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBHave you ever found yourself at a crossroads, the kind where you wave off a piece of your life and step into the unknown? That's the heart of our latest episode, where Beth and Steph peel back the layers of emotion that accompany the goodbyes we face throughout life. From the annual farewells to years and birthdays, to those deeply personal ones like leaving a job, or even more profound, coping with the loss of someone close, we share our insights and stories on how each parting offers a pat...
Discovering My Scars: Chapter 9 "43,829 Hours"
December 08, 2023 11:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBIn this episode of the Discovering Our Scars Podcast, hosts Beth Demme and Stephanie Kostopoulos discuss chapter 9 of Steph's memoir, "Discovering My Scars." We unveil the profound power of vulnerability as we navigate the choppy waters of past traumas, workplace mental health, and PTSD. Full transcript and show notes here: https://bit.ly/dospod148 Buy Discovering My Scars Audiobook: https://amzn.to/2XCe9a3 Paperback: https://amzn.to/2O4U5dh ebook: https://amzn.to/2r8mPsA Follow: Steph &...
Discovering My Scars: Chapter 9
December 08, 2023 11:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBIn this episode of the Discovering Our Scars Podcast, hosts Beth Demme and Stephanie Kostopoulos discuss chapter 9 of Steph's memoir, "Discovering My Scars." We unveil the profound power of vulnerability as we navigate the choppy waters of past traumas, workplace mental health, and PTSD. Full transcript and show notes here: https://bit.ly/dospod148 Voicemail & text: (850) 270-3308 Stephanie Kostopoulos : https://www.stephaniekostopoulos.com/ Beth Demme: http://bethdemme.com/
Why Do The Holidays Hit Different?
November 24, 2023 12:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBJoin us, Steph and Beth, as we embark on a festive journey to explore the emotional roller coaster that is the holiday season. Ever wondered why holidays stir up such complex emotions? We'll be examining the joy, frustration, comfort, and nostalgia that come with holiday traditions and how our past memories and family dynamics shape our perspectives. Full transcript and show notes here: https://bit.ly/dospod147 Voicemail & text: (850) 270-3308 Stephanie Kostopoulos : https://www.stephaniek...
Discovering My Scars: Chapter 8
November 03, 2023 12:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBIn this episode of the Discovering Our Scars Podcast, hosts Beth Demme and Stephanie Kostopoulos discuss chapter 8 of Steph's memoir, "Discovering My Scars." They discuss Steph's experience working at Apple and her passion for the company. They also delve into her experience of being sexually harassed in the workplace and the lack of appropriate response from HR. The episode ends with reflection questions for listeners to consider. Buy Discovering My Scars Book Paperback: https://amzn.to/2...
Discovering My Scars: Chapter 8 "Apple"
November 03, 2023 12:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBIn this episode of the Discovering Our Scars Podcast, hosts Beth Demme and Stephanie Kostopoulos discuss chapter 8 of Steph's memoir, "Discovering My Scars." They discuss Steph's experience working at Apple and her passion for the company. They also delve into her experience of being sexually harassed in the workplace and the lack of appropriate response from HR. The episode ends with reflection questions for listeners to consider. Buy Discovering My Scars Book Paperback: https://amzn.to/2...
Refugees in Our Backyard? (With Kristin)
October 20, 2023 12:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBIn this episode of the Discovering Our Scars podcast, hosts Beth Demme and Stephanie Kostopoulos have an honest conversation with Kristin Barnett about refugees in their community. Kristin, who works with the nonprofit organization Neighborly, shares her experiences working with refugees and the challenges they face in resettlement. At the end of the episode, you’re invited to consider your own experiences with starting over, your perceptions of immigrants, and how you might get involved in ...
Discovering Our Scars: Chapter 7 "Aftermath"
October 06, 2023 12:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBWe continue our journey with Steph through her memoir, Discovering My Scars. Steph and Beth listen to Chapter 7 of the audiobook and discuss it. In this chapter, Steph is released from the mental hospital, but then made to jump through hoops to help other people feel secure or reassured. She tries to go one with life like nothing happened, but a sorority initiation makes it all too real. Full transcript and show notes here: https://bit.ly/dospod144 Buy Discovering My Scars Audiobook: https...
Discovering Our Scars: Chapter 7
October 06, 2023 12:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBWe continue our journey with Steph through her memoir, Discovering My Scars. Steph and Beth listen to Chapter 7 of the audiobook and discuss it. In this chapter, Steph is released from the mental hospital, but then made to jump through hoops to help other people feel secure or reassured. She tries to go one with life like nothing happened, but a sorority initiation makes it all too real. Buy the Discovering My Scars book here Full transcript and show notes here: https://bit.ly/dospod144 Vo...
Why Veterinarians Euthanize Themselves (with Stephanie B.)
September 22, 2023 11:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBSeptember is Suicide Awareness Month. Veterinary professionals are significantly more likely to die by suicide than people working in other professions. Our special guest, Stephanie B., has been a vet professional for many years. She shares her insights about why individuals in this industry are susceptible to this tragic ending. Show Notes - Not One More Vet: https://www.nomv.org/ - FOGO: Fear of Going Outside Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fogo-fear-of-going-outside/id147...
Discovering My Scars: Chapter 6
September 08, 2023 12:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBWe continue our journey with Steph through her memoir, Discovering My Scars. Steph and Beth listen to Chapter 6 of the audiobook and discuss it. In this chapter, Steph remains in the mental hospital, more prisoner than patient. She’s told, again, to play the game and do things that will “add positively” to her case. But she experiences moments of awareness and humanity, too. She begins to wonder why her heart and brain are disconnected. She begins to wonder if self-injury is not the issue, b...
Discovering My Scars: Chapter 6 "74 Hours"
September 08, 2023 12:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBWe continue our journey with Steph through her memoir, Discovering My Scars. Steph and Beth listen to Chapter 6 of the audiobook and discuss it. In this chapter, Steph remains in the mental hospital, more prisoner than patient. She’s told, again, to play the game and do things that will “add positively” to her case. But she experiences moments of awareness and humanity, too. She begins to wonder why her heart and brain are disconnected. She begins to wonder if self-injury is not the issue, b...
Those Aren't Your Bags to Carry
August 11, 2023 11:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBWe’ve all had someone try to guilt trip us. It’s the one trip no one wants to take! In spite of that, there are times we pick up the bags packed for that trip. The thing is, a guilt trip usually isn’t about you at all; it’s about the person trying to manipulate you. Once you know it’s not about you, you realize those aren’t your bags to carry. Don’t we all have enough emotional baggage already? Full transcript and show notes here: https://bit.ly/dospod141 Voicemail & text: (850) 270-3308 S...
Discovering My Scars: Chapter 5
July 07, 2023 11:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBWe continue our journey with Steph through her memoir, Discovering My Scars. Steph and Beth listen to Chapter 5 of the audiobook and discuss it. Steph’s coping mechanism, Non-Suicidal Self-Injury (NSSI), is misunderstood by a series of professionals and she is transferred to an intensive treatment psychiatric center. Things go from bad to worse. Full transcript and show notes here: https://bit.ly/dospod140 Voicemail & text: (850) 270-3308 Stephanie Kostopoulos : https://www.stephaniekostop...
Discovering My Scars: Chapter 5 "37 Hours"
July 07, 2023 11:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBWe continue our journey with Steph through her memoir, Discovering My Scars. Steph and Beth listen to Chapter 5 of the audiobook and discuss it. Steph’s coping mechanism, Non-Suicidal Self-Injury (NSSI), is misunderstood by a series of professionals and she is transferred to an intensive treatment psychiatric center. Things go from bad to worse. Full transcript and show notes here: https://bit.ly/dospod140 Buy Discovering My Scars Audiobook: https://amzn.to/2XCe9a3 Paperback: https://amzn....
How PRIDE Became Personal
June 09, 2023 11:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBFrom the beginning, Steph and Beth planned to be intentional about inviting LGBTQ voices into the conversation. Turns out, that was there all along! This is an honest conversation about a personal realization that PRIDE really is personal. Full transcript and show notes here: https://bit.ly/dospod139 Voicemail & text: (850) 270-3308 Stephanie Kostopoulos : https://www.stephaniekostopoulos.com/ Beth Demme: http://bethdemme.com/
Restarting Life After Loss
May 12, 2023 11:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBLoss is part of life, but restarting after a major loss can be especially challenging. In this episode, Steph and Beth reflect on recent and long ago losses and how they interrupted life. Whether it’s the loss of a parent, sibling, friend, pet, or job, life invites us to go on. This is an honest conversation about how hard it can be to hear and accept that invitation. Full transcript and show notes here: https://bit.ly/dospod138 Voicemail & text: (850) 270-3308 Stephanie Kostopoulos : http...
Life Not According to Plan
February 05, 2023 12:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBWe make plans—the BEST plans—and then life does what it does and our plans are for nothing. Steph and Beth planned to have a great start to 2023, but then Steph’s roof started leaking, Beth got COVID, and Steph had to say goodbye to her dog Mac. This is an honest conversation about grief, intentions, catastrophizing, and why the first month of 2023 might have already ruined the year, or not. Full transcript and show notes here: https://bit.ly/dospod137 Voicemail & text: (850) 270-3308 Step...
How Men Think (with Daniel)
January 27, 2023 11:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBDaniel is the first guest to three-peat on the podcast! This time he’s here to fill Steph and Beth in on how men think. Are men as superficial as we think? Are they simple or complicated? Daniel addresses this and more in this honest conversation. Full transcript and show notes here: https://bit.ly/dospod136 Voicemail & text: (850) 270-3308 Stephanie Kostopoulos : https://www.stephaniekostopoulos.com/ Beth Demme: http://bethdemme.com/
New Year Reflections
January 06, 2023 12:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MBRather than making a New Year’s resolution, Steph and Beth invite you to take time for a New Year reflection. Instead of ending the episode with Questions for Reflection, this is an entire episode of Questions for Reflection. Steph and Beth take turns answering questions that reflect on what last year was and what they hope this year will be. There’s a 30-second pause between questions so you can reflect on your own answer (or use your 30-second skip to move forward in the episode). Full tr...
Pastor Beth Says "Happy Holidays"
December 23, 2022 11:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBIt’s what Beth considers the most wonderful time of year—Christmas! Despite the importance of this holiday on the Christian calendar, some Christians spend the season being grumpy and unnecessarily aggressive, especially when they hear the phrase Happy Holidays. Christmas Trivia: https://bethdemme.com/christmastrivia Full transcript and show notes here: https://bit.ly/dospod134 Voicemail & text: (850) 270-3308 Stephanie Kostopoulos : https://www.stephaniekostopoulos.com/ Beth Demme: http:...
Discovering My Scars: Chapter 4 "Community College"
December 09, 2022 11:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBWe continue our journey with Steph through her memoir, Discovering My Scars. Steph and Beth listen to Chapter 4 of the audiobook and discuss it. Steph begins using Non-Suicidal Self-Injury (NSSI) as a coping mechanism and, later, admits it to her mom. Her parents immediately help her find a psychologist. This is an honest conversation about everything from pretending to be “normal” to the cleansing power of tears. Full transcript and show notes here: https://bit.ly/dospod133 Buy Discoverin...
Discovering My Scars: Chapter 4
December 09, 2022 11:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBWe continue our journey with Steph through her memoir, Discovering My Scars. Steph and Beth listen to Chapter 4 of the audiobook and discuss it. Steph begins using Non-Suicidal Self-Injury (NSSI) as a coping mechanism and, later, admits it to her mom. Her parents immediately help her find a psychologist. This is an honest conversation about everything from pretending to be “normal” to the cleansing power of tears. Full transcript and show notes here: https://bit.ly/dospod133 Voicemail & tex...
What's YOUR American Dream?
November 25, 2022 12:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBThe typical “American Dream” is to work hard so you can play hard. Success means a family that looks a certain way, a home that looks a certain way, and a life that looks a certain way. And it’s all based on consumption. We buy more to feel more. But is there another way? What is YOUR dream, how has it changed over time, and how will you achieve it? Full transcript and show notes here: https://bit.ly/dospod132 Voicemail & text: (850) 270-3308 Stephanie Kostopoulos : https://www.stephaniek...
The Reality of Being a Female Veteran (with Katrina)
November 11, 2022 10:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MBOur special guest for this episode is Beth’s long-time friend Katrina. Katrina served in the US Army from 1998 to 2014. She served in the US, Iraq, Afghanistan, and Korea. She shares with Steph and Beth what it was like to be in the Army and what it’s like now to be a female veteran. How does it feel for her when someone thanks her for her service? How can civilians best show their appreciation to veterans? She tells us this and more. Full transcript and show notes here: https://bit.ly/dosp...
What the Hell?
October 28, 2022 12:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBThis is an honest conversation about what happens when we die. Who decides who goes to Hell? Do all Christians believe in Hell? Does Beth have all the answers about the afterlife since she is a pastor? (Spoiler alert: She does not.) Full transcript and show notes here: https://bit.ly/dospod130 Voicemail & text: (850) 270-3308 Stephanie Kostopoulos : https://www.stephaniekostopoulos.com/ Beth Demme: http://bethdemme.com/
Discovering My Scars: Chapter 3 "24 Hours"
October 14, 2022 11:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBWe continue our journey with Steph through her memoir, Discovering My Scars. Steph and Beth listen to Chapter 3 of the audiobook and discuss it. This chapter is about Steph’s first few hours in the mental hospital, when she was in a holding pen like an animal. We talk about some of the patients Steph was with and what it was like for her when her family refused to help her get out. Full transcript and show notes here: https://bit.ly/dospod129 Buy Discovering My Scars Audiobook: https://amz...
Discovering My Scars: Chapter 3
October 14, 2022 11:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBWe continue our journey with Steph through her memoir, Discovering My Scars. Steph and Beth listen to Chapter 3 of the audiobook and discuss it. This chapter is about Steph’s first few hours in the mental hospital, when she was in a holding pen like an animal. We talk about some of the patients Steph was with and what it was like for her when her family refused to help her get out. Full transcript and show notes here: https://bit.ly/dospod129 Voicemail & text: (850) 270-3308 Stephanie Kost...
HOW Can I Love My Scars?
September 30, 2022 14:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBSteph and Beth talk about scars, but what are the steps they’ve taken to be able to actually say they love their scars? Do they love their scars? Why? Full transcript and show notes here: https://bit.ly/dospod128 Voicemail & text: (850) 270-3308 Stephanie Kostopoulos : https://www.stephaniekostopoulos.com/ Beth Demme: http://bethdemme.com/
One of My Twins is Transgender (with Lisa)
September 16, 2022 12:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBLisa thought she had a son and twin daughters, but by age four one of the twins began to describe themselves differently. Now, Lisa has a son and boy/girl twins. She generously shares with Steph and Beth how she knew her child’s gender expression was not a phase, but was an accurate description of who he is. Full transcript and show notes here: https://bit.ly/dospod127 Voicemail & text: (850) 270-3308 Stephanie Kostopoulos : https://www.stephaniekostopoulos.com/ Beth Demme: http://bethdemm...
Just Say YES
September 02, 2022 12:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBBeth has said before that she chooses to be an easy “yes.” Steph, however, asks questions and gets information before saying yes or no. Beth admits she is a people pleaser with a serious case of FOMO. Steph confesses that she once said no when a friend asked her to be a bridesmaid. What does it mean to be a yes-person? What are the repercussions of saying yes when you should have said no? Full transcript and show notes here: https://bit.ly/dospod126 Voicemail & text: (850) 270-3308 Stephan...
Men.
August 19, 2022 12:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBSteph might have a chip on her shoulder when it comes to men, but the reality is men have tremendous power. They make decisions that impact the lives of women in huge ways, often with very little input from women. Steph and Beth discuss why they think men need to do more to change the power dynamics we all live with. Full transcript and show notes here: https://bit.ly/dospod125 Voicemail & text: (850) 270-3308 Stephanie Kostopoulos : https://www.stephaniekostopoulos.com/ Beth Demme: http:/...
Discovering My Scars: Chapter 2 "High School"
August 05, 2022 11:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBWe continue our journey with Steph through her memoir, Discovering My Scars. Steph and Beth listen to Chapter 2 of the audiobook and discuss it. When Steph was fourteen, she was diagnosed with depression. She reacted by denying her feelings and trying to put on a happy face. In high school, she discovered a love for video production and re-built her Girl Scout Troop, but the depression was still there. Steph reflects on that and more in this episode. This episode is an invitation to reflect ...
Discovering My Scars: Chapter 2
August 05, 2022 11:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBWe continue our journey with Steph through her memoir, Discovering My Scars. Steph and Beth listen to Chapter 2 of the audiobook and discuss it. When Steph was fourteen, she was diagnosed with depression. She reacted by denying her feelings and trying to put on a happy face. In high school, she discovered a love for video production and re-built her Girl Scout Troop, but the depression was still there. Steph reflects on that and more in this episode. This episode is an invitation to reflect ...
She's 18 & Has Life Figured Out (with Hannah)
July 22, 2022 11:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBBeth’s daughter, Hannah, recently turned 18 and graduated from high school. In this episode, Steph and Beth toss out not-so-rapid-fire questions at her about life and what she’s figured out so far. She answers questions about politics, personal rights, and more. When you were 18, how would you have answered these questions? How have your answers changed? Full transcript and show notes here: https://bit.ly/dospod123 Voicemail & text: (850) 270-3308 Stephanie Kostopoulos : https://www.step...
Discovering My Scars: Chapter 1 "12 Hours"
July 08, 2022 12:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MBSteph’s memoir, Discovering My Scars, is the inspiration for this podcast. For the first time, Steph and Beth listen to the audiobook version together and discuss it. This episode covers the Introduction and Chapter One. Steph introduces the story and explains her motivation for writing and sharing it. Then we are with her as she uses NSSI as a coping mechanism and ends up in a mental hospital—a traumatic and dehumanizing experience. More episodes like this will be sprinkled in the feed in t...