Susie Delo
How Childhood Trauma and Domestic Violence Shape Grief with Susie Delo
DESCRIPTION:
This episode of Grief Is Not A Dirty Word features trauma-informed peer coach and You Matter founder Susie Delo, who shares her powerful story of surviving childhood abuse, domestic violence, and profound grief. In conversation with host Nick Gaylord, Susie explores how unresolved childhood trauma and silenced grief shaped her relationships, identity, and sense of self-worth. She reflects on losing her brother as a child, growing up in poverty and addiction, and enduring emotional and physical abuse that followed her into adulthood. Susie also opens up about the death of her abusive husband and the complicated grief that followed, including blame, shame, and isolation. Through therapy, faith, and advocacy, she transformed trauma into purpose by creating You Matter to help others heal. This episode centers resilience, post-traumatic growth, and the life-changing impact of finally being seen and believed.
WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS:
People navigating childhood trauma, domestic violence, complex grief, and long-term emotional healing after abuse and loss.
WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET:
A deeply honest conversation about grief, trauma, resilience, and how healing begins when someone finally feels that they matter.
THIS EPISODE ANSWERS:
How does childhood trauma affect grief and adult relationships?
What happens when grief is silenced or ignored for decades?
How do survivors heal after domestic violence and emotional abuse?
What is complicated grief after losing an abusive partner?
How can trauma be transformed into healing and purpose?
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
Unresolved childhood trauma deeply shapes grief responses later in life
Silence around grief can create lifelong emotional damage
Survivors of domestic violence often carry shame that isn’t theirs
Healing begins when people feel believed, supported, and valued
Purpose and advocacy can grow from even the most painful experiences
IMPORTANT LINKS:
If you want to contact Susie or learn more about You Matter Foundation, click below:
Website: https://youmatterfdn.org/contact/
Contact Susie: https://youmatterfdn.org/contact/
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