Toni Lontis
Toni Lontis
Co-Hosted Series Featuring Karen Coomba Show 2
Co-Hosted Series Featuring Karen Coomba Show 2
Co-Hosted Series Featuring Karen Coomba Show 2
Wednesday 31st May 2023
Join Toni Lontis and Karen Comba on Toni TV as they discuss Karen's memoir on mental illness, resilience, and advocacy for mental health support.
56 minutes
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Author:
Toni Lontis
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Categories:
Recovery from Trauma
Entrepreneurship for Personal Growth
Sobriety Toolkit
Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
Healing from Sexual Trauma
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Get the buttons here!Facing Shadows: Karen Comba's Journey Through Mental Illness and Advocacy
Episode Overview
- The conversation delves into the process of writing a harrowing and intimate account of living with mental illness
- Exploration of the impact of the book on Karen's family and the wider community
- Reflection on the need for support systems for individuals with mental illness and their caregivers, especially children
- Karen shares her mission to advocate for mental health awareness and support the next generation with resources and humour-driven projects
- The conversation sheds light on the courage, healing, and growth that come with vulnerably sharing one's story
I'm on a mission and we're on a healthy mission to get this as fast as we can into children and help them. So that they understand because one feels so alone because of all our conversations, it's the little Karen that I want to hug and go, 'You're not alone, we know.'
Ever wondered what it takes to turn personal pain into a beacon of hope for others? In this compelling episode of Toni TV, host Toni Lontis sits down with Karen Comba to discuss her raw and powerful memoir, 'The Snipers We Couldn't See'. Karen opens up about the harrowing experiences of growing up with a schizophrenic mother, detailing the emotional and physical abuse she endured.
But this episode isn't just about recounting trauma—it's about the incredible strength and resilience that Karen has shown in transforming her story into a force for mental health advocacy. Karen and Toni dive deep into the writing process, exploring how Karen's candid storytelling has impacted her family and the broader community. They discuss the essential role of support systems for individuals with mental illness and their caregivers, especially children who often find themselves in vulnerable positions.
Karen's mission extends beyond sharing her story; she's dedicated to creating resources and projects infused with humor to help children navigate mental health challenges. Listeners will find inspiration in Karen's unwavering commitment to making a difference. Her approach combines heartfelt honesty with a touch of humor, aiming to create a nurturing environment for the next generation. This episode is a must-listen for anyone touched by mental illness, whether personally or through loved ones.
It's a testament to the power of vulnerability and the impact one person can have in advocating for change. Tune in to hear Karen's journey from suffering to advocacy, and discover how you, too, can find light in the darkest of times.