Listen to Becky Ellis discuss her memoir ‘Little Avalanches,’ and the often untold experiences of families with combat veterans. Discover how intergenerational trauma shapes lives and learn the importance of difficult yet healing conversations within families.
00:00 Introduction to Today’s Guest – Becky Ellis
01:42 Surviving a Combat Veteran’s Childhood
05:13 Intergenerational Trauma and Silencing
06:43 Breaking the Silence
10:24 Facing the Past – A Father’s Awakening
13:59 Conversations with Children
21:08 How-to: Initiating Tough Conversations
28:22 The Healing Journey Begins
31:01 Transformation and the Veteran’s Identity
34:39 Book Insight: Little Avalanches
45:29 Connecting for Future Generations
Links & Resources
Veteran Suicide & Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1
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