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1. S4 Ep52 Her mother was bipolar, her home life was tumultuous, but her head was ALWAYS in the game. Melissa Llarena is now a writer, coach, podcaster, and MOM! Amanda Blackwood 37:40

Melissa Llarena grew up in a very abusive home, and in her need to distract herself from that world, she was able to do what so many of us can’t. She focused on her studies and used her power of imagination to thrust herself into a future of hope, wonder, and success. She’s now a podcaster, a mom of identical twins, a published author, a coach, and a writer for Forbes with over 4 million readers.

This interview will impact your life in ways unimaginable. Come be inspired, LISTEN TODAY!  https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amandablackwood

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⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unimaginable-wellness-for-new-moms-who-are-founders/id1308269140?app=podcast&mt=2⁠

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode I’m talking with a Trauma survivor about their history and recovery. Suicide, child abuse, and PTSD are common themes.

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