Carm Pileggi's Path to Healing: From Trauma to Triumph
I want to create opportunity for myself, I want to give back to my family and if I stay stuck and not process what's going on, you know nothing's going to happen, nothing's going to change.
What happens when life's challenges seem too much to bear? For Carm Pileggi, the answer lies in resilience and self-discovery. This episode of 'Let The Journey Begin' features Carm, an educator and mental health advocate, who opens up about her journey through immense personal loss and the road to recovery. When Carm was a teenager, her father suffered a heart attack, leading to years of hospitalization before his eventual passing.
As if that wasn't enough, she lost both grandparents shortly after. These events threw her into a whirlwind of grief during her high school and college years. But Carm found a lifeline in free counseling sessions at her college, where she was diagnosed with PTSD. Years of therapy and a deep dive into psychology helped her heal and understand her trauma. Now, Carm channels her experiences into helping kids navigate their own educational paths with the right support and encouragement.
She emphasizes the importance of self-care and meeting yourself where you are, turning her past struggles into a beacon of hope for others. Tune in to hear Carm's inspiring story and gain valuable insights on overcoming life's toughest moments.