140. From Caregiver to Self-Healer: Ginni Saraswati on Mental Health & Inner Child Work

I’m joined by the incredible Ginni Saraswati—Founder and CEO of Ginni Media, award-winning journalist, and podcasting powerhouse. As the driving force behind a thriving production company and host of The Ginni Show, Ginni has dedicated her career to amplifying voices and stories that matter—including her own. In this deeply personal conversation, she opens up about growing up with a mentally ill parent, an experience I know all too well. Together, we reflect on the nonlinear journey of grief, having both lost our mothers in 2021, and the lifelong process of healing.Ginni shares the trauma of childhood abuse, the cultural stigmas that often silence survivors, and her ongoing journey of self-reclamation. We dive into breaking generational cycles, learning to trust and love again, and the transformative power of therapy and reparenting. Through it all, Ginni reminds us that healing isn’t about erasing the past—it’s about finding the courage to own your story. If you’ve ever felt alone in your journey, this episode is for you.(00:00:00) Introductions(00:02:32) Breaking the Silence on Growing Up with Trauma(00:13:41) Healing Trauma & Relearning Self-Care as a Parentified Child(00:21:44) Breaking Generational Cycles & Building Healthy Relationships(00:33:13) Normalizing The Nonlinear Grief JourneyClick here for full show notesGuest Info:• Instagram: @theginnishow• Podcast: The Ginni ShowResources:• Read: The Big Silence: A Daughter's Memoir of Mental Illness and Healing • Follow Karena Dawn on Instagram: @karenadawn• Follow The Big Silence on Instagram: @The.Big.Silence• Therapy For All: Resources for those in need• Thank you to our partners! Go to thebigsilence.com/partners for special offers for our listenersDonate to The Big Silence thebigsilence.com/donate to be a part of the movement to break the silence and make noise with us!“The Big Silence” theme song written and performed by James Nicholas Kinney.Producer, Bobby Goldstein.The Big Silence is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:Ketone IQ | Visit ketone.com/TBS for 30% off your first subscription!

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Where there is darkness, there is an immense opportunity for light. The Big Silence aims to normalize conversations around mental health and empower people to turn their challenges into triumphs. Hosted by Karena Dawn – mental health advocate, wellness entrepreneur, co-founder of Tone It Up, and New York Times bestselling author – The Big Silence is creating a safe space to share our story, and for you to share yours. Like so many, Karena has experienced profound grief and trauma. Growing up with a mother diagnosed with paranoid-schizophrenia, her childhood was filled with traumatic experiences that resulted in repressed emotions of guilt, shame, depression, and eventually, a suicide attempt. Though filled with this darkness, Karena was able to find deep joy. And with The Big Silence, she's creating a space for you to find that joy, too. This podcast will feature in-depth conversations with psychologists, spiritual leaders, public figures, friends, and anyone who has been impacted by a mental health condition – either themselves, or through a family member or a friend. Suffering in silence only reinforces the stigma behind mental health issues and builds boundaries that prevent healing. Wherever you are, whatever you're going through, you have a spark of greatness inside of you. No more embarrassment, no more shame, only healing. -- A non-profit 501(c)3, The Big Silence Foundation provides resources and support to anyone directly or indirectly impacted by mental illness. 'The Big Silence' theme song was written and performed by James Nicholas Kinney. Executive Handyman, Bobby Goldstein.