In this episode, we take an in-depth look at Stephanie Foo’s acclaimed memoir, What My Bones Know. A successful radio producer for This American Life and Snap Judgment, Foo seemed to have it all on paper, but behind the scenes, she was battling a constant, crushing anxiety she called "the dread".

Join us as we explore her journey from a diagnosis of Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) to her relentless pursuit of healing. Unlike traditional PTSD, which is often linked to a single event, C-PTSD arises from chronic, repeated trauma—in Foo's case, years of severe physical and verbal abuse at the hands of her parents in San Jose, California.

Key Topics Covered:

• Understanding C-PTSD: How Complex PTSD differs from traditional PTSD and why it creates a "relentless search for a savior". ...