The Sensitivity Doctor

Surviving the Unthinkable: Healing from Near Death Trauma with Molly Duncan

Episode Summary

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Dr. Amelia Kelley speaks with Molly Duncan about surviving unimaginable trauma and the winding path to healing. Molly shares the harrowing story of a near-death ambush at her home, where she and her husband were attacked by his ex-wife and her partner. The traumatic event forced Molly into a journey of survival, self-awareness, and profound transformation. Together, Amelia and Molly explore the emotional aftermath, the complexity of healing from such an intense experience, and the importance of acceptance, self-work, and faith. Listeners will gain insight into how trauma reshapes identity, relationships, and healing journeys, especially within families. Molly's story is one of pain, resilience, and finding purpose through tragedy.

Episode Notes

Key Takeaways:

Surviving trauma often involves not just the event itself, but the layers of grief, uncertainty, and secondary trauma that follow.
Healing is not linear and requires patience, self-compassion, and often a willingness to fall apart before rebuilding.
Trauma can change a person at their core, but through acceptance and intentional healing, transformation is possible.
Supporting children through trauma requires honesty, patience, and allowing them to process in their own way.
Healing as a couple involves individual work and a shared commitment to face the pain together, even when unsure of the outcome.

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