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성적 학대로부터의 치유|The One with Phyllis Leavitt - On Unveiling Silence and Healing from Sexual Abuse: Episode 22 (2023)

The More Sibyl Podcast Presents: 성적 학대로부터의 치유|The One with Phyllis Leavitt - On Unveiling Silence and Healing from Sexual Abuse: Episode 22 (2023)

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This episode contains elements that some individuals may find disturbing and triggering. Viewer discretion is advised.

This week, we are excited to have retired psychologist and therapist Phyllis Leavitt join us on the show. With a background in psychology from Antioch University and experience as a co-Director of the Parents United sexual abuse treatment program in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Phyllis has been a professional psychotherapist for over 30 years. Her expertise lies in treating children, families, couples, and individuals, especially those dealing with dysfunctional family dynamics and the aftermath.

During our conversation, Phyllis and I delve into a challenging and sensitive topic – sexual abuse. We discuss its impact on both genders, share personal experiences, and shed light on negative societal norms and victim expectations. We address the issues of stigma and shame and break the silence surrounding this topic.

We emphasize the significance of speaking out about sexual abuse and how it can kickstart the healing journey. We also explore identifying behavioral tendencies in those who may have experienced sexual abuse. Phyllis offers insights into healing, including community engagement and pursuing hobbies.

Phyllis shares her motivations as an author and provides a glimpse into the content of her books. We also touch on how the government can support families and victims of sexual abuse.

As we wrap up the episode, we delve into the loneliness pandemic faced by sexual abuse victims, society's role in perpetuating stigma, and strategies for healing and moving forward, particularly for those from dysfunctional families. Phyllis even asks me why I became a podcaster – a question I've been asked several times!

Lastly, we discuss the possibility of having Phyllis back on the show for a panel session on suicide rates in prepubescent youth. Thank you for joining us for this engaging and insightful episode.

Be Well,

Mo!

섬의 삶| The One with Selena: The Girl from Mauritius – On Island Living: Episode 17 (2019)

The More Sibyl Podcast Presents: The One with Selena: The Girl from Mauritius – On Island Living

Let’s explore an African country together in this episode. And no, it’s not Nigeria, haha.

Welcome to the Island, peeps! This African island boasts of enviable beaches for destination weddings. It is a religiously diverse nation, with freedom of religion given as a constitutional right and the only African country with a Hindu majority. As Hawaii is seen drifting away from the continental US, so is this country relative to Africa when viewed on a map. It’s also a country close to Madagascar and the only known habitat of the now-extinct bird – dodo.

Mark Twain once quipped that Heaven was copied after this country and Lewis Carroll was inspired by the dodo to write his famous book “Alice in Wonderland” in 1865. Life expectancy here is well higher than the world average and is well above the average for African countries.

Welcome to Mauritius – one of only four countries in the world with no involvement in ongoing international or domestic conflicts and no tensions with neighboring countries. The others being Botswana, Chile, and Uruguay.. As a result, Mauritius does not maintain a standing army.

I invited Selena – who I describe as a spunky, ethnically-ambiguous, culturally-rich, cosmopolitan, Mauritian gal - to talk about her country’s history, its unique aspects, and what her identity and nationality mean to her.

We also talked about her overcoming body image issues, experiences as a US immigrant, and how she responds to questions about her origin.

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아프리카 공주| The One with Dr. Ozi: An African Princess in America – On Imposter Syndrome at Work and in Marriage: Episode 16 (2019)

The More Sibyl Podcast Presents: The One with Dr. Ozi: Tales of an African Princess in America – On Imposter Syndrome at Work and in Marriage

What do you call it when two podcasters come together to talk about podcasting (and so much more) on a podcast? A meta-fricking moment! Today, you guys get not one, but two African royalties, both with PhDs, dripping in finesse and sauce. In this episode with Dr. Ozi of the Tales of an African Princess in America Podcast, we unpacked a lot on imposter syndrome, its root causes, impact on our work and marriages, and how we have tried tackling it. We also talked about the importance of having mentors, not only in the workplace. If anything, you also get to hear two nerds gush about their research. Special shout-out to Mr. Kenny (from Episode 30, 2018) who made this connection happen!

Ozi is a fashion guru who lives in the music city of Nashville, Tennessee where she does research on sarcoidosis. #Peng

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암 생존자| The One with Mr. Lanre Jacob - The Two-time Nigerian Cancer Survivor: Episode 15 (2019)

The More Sibyl Podcast Presents: The One with Mr. Lanre Jacob – The Two-time Nigerian Cancer Survivor

Cancer has become a major source of mortality and morbidity in Nigeria, and with the growing population, impact of westernization, sedentary lifestyle coupled with genetic factors, cancer is on the rise. Today’s guest – Mr. Lanre Jacob of the Lanre Jacob Sarcoma Foundation - has survived cancer not once but twice IN NIGERIA. His cancer experience spans three decades with multiple surgeries that have taken a considerable chunk of his head. As a cancer survivor, he went beyond the last stop of the cancer control continuum (survivorship) to become a cancer advocate.

In this episode, we began with his life before diagnosis, the diagnosis odyssey he went through, delayed treatment due to ignorance, and why he is passionate about using his voice to reduce cancer incidence and mortality in Nigeria. We also explored potential opportunities for religious leaders and cancer survivors to lead the campaign in cancer education, reducing stigma, and advocacy. Finally, drawing parallels from our fight against HIV, we talked about why cancer is a war Nigeria is not ready to win given its weak healthcare infrastructure, low budgetary allocation for health, and poor engagement in cancer research.

All in all, I hope this episode serves as a cue for you to go visit your doctor to get a run-down of your numbers and explore potential risk factors, especially for cancer.