The Purple Pawedcast

In this episode, Terraine LeBeau breaks down how trauma begins, how it manifests, and how it can end.  Terraine is a Certified Relationship Mentor, mental health advocate, and host of the “Behind the Shades” podcast.  We talk about topics as diverse as dreams we never carried, learning to live for your mental health, and how Julie Brown predicted 1980s trauma accurately.

REFERENCES:
Terraine LeBeau’s Website: https://www.behindtheshades.ca/
Follow Terraine on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/behindtheshadesfb
Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terraine-lebeau/

  • (00:00) - Opening credits
  • (00:37) - Show opening
  • (01:31) - Introducing Terraine LeBeau
  • (02:38) - Giving voice to trauma
  • (06:15) - ACEs, PACEs, and perception
  • (11:58) - Perception of the traumatic experience
  • (19:32) - It's right until it feels wrong
  • (25:56) - The dream was never yours
  • (38:13) - Seeing through the eyes of your tramua
  • (43:49) - Helping means not judging the person
  • (50:01) - Spot the signs of change
  • (56:12) - Set both positive and negative goals
  • (01:02:55) - Toxic productivity
  • (01:10:16) - Finding the value inside
  • (01:15:19) - How to find Terraine LeBeau on the internet
  • (01:16:44) - Show closing
  • (01:18:34) - Closing credits
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Creators and Guests

Host
Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.
Scientist, storyteller, and professional overthinker of all things identity. Also, I happen to be a transgender woman.

What is The Purple Pawedcast?

Welcome to The Purple Pawedcast, where we unpack the complexities of gender, identity, and what it truly means to be human—without the academic jargon (okay, maybe just a little, but only the fun kind).

Curated by Amethysta Herrick. Ph.D., this pod is where science, philosophy, and lived experience collide to challenge assumptions and spark new perspectives. Whether you’re here to explore your own identity, stay informed on the latest research, or just enjoy a deep dive into the human experience, we deliver thoughtful, engaging, and refreshingly honest discussions. No fluff. No gatekeeping. Just real conversations about who we are and how we navigate the world. Dive in, stay curious, and let’s rethink identity together.