E 209: Healing Begins With Truth: Heidi Yewman’s Journey from Shame to Strength

In this deeply moving episode, we welcome Heidi Yewman—author, filmmaker, and survivor—to share her powerful story of transformation. Growing up in a chaotic and abusive home, Heidi spent years in silence, navigating the emotional fallout of generational trauma. Her memoir, Dumb Girl, traces the journey from internalized shame to radical truth-telling, offering a compelling reflection on the cost of silence and the healing power of speaking out.

A former student of Columbine High School, Heidi was profoundly impacted by the 1999 shooting—an event that not only triggered her own unresolved trauma but also launched her decades-long advocacy in gun violence prevention and trauma recovery. Her professional life in trauma storytelling eventually led her to turn the lens inward, confronting the emotional wounds she had long suppressed.

In this conversation, Heidi shares what it’s like to break the silence after decades of magical thinking and people-pleasing, how trauma shows up in our adult lives, and why sharing our stories from a place of lived experience—not just about pain, but from it—is one of the most courageous things we can do.

She offers both wisdom and tenderness for anyone navigating the lifelong process of healing after a dysfunctional childhood. This episode is an invitation to shed shame, own your truth, and discover that you’re not alone on the journey toward wholeness.

🔗 Connect with Heidi Yewman:

• 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/heidiyewmanauthor
• 🎬 Bluesky: @heidiyewmanauthor
• 📸 Instagram: @heidiyewmanauthor
• 💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/heidiyewman

Hey there, I’m so glad you’re here and tuning in! If this episode spoke to your heart, just know there’s even more support waiting for you.

I work with people who are ready to heal from the inside out — especially those dealing with chronic stress, anxiety, inflammation, gut issues, or burnout. If you’ve been struggling with symptoms your doctors can’t fully explain, it may be that your past is still living in your body. Unhealed emotional wounds and nervous system dysregulation often show up as physical and mental health challenges — and I’m here to help you break that cycle. If you are curious about where you stand energetically, or just need a frequency boost, book your FREE biofrequency voice scan here: https://calendly.com/tammyvincent/complimentary-scan-demo

As an international inspirational speaker, NLP Practitioner, Trauma-Informed Coach, Neurofit Trainer, and Best-Selling Author, I bring both deep personal experience and professional training to the work I do. I believe in prevention, not just intervention — and use a body, mind, and spirit approach to guide others toward becoming the happiest, healthiest versions of themselves.

My holistic toolbox includes nervous system regulation, trauma-informed coaching, nutritional support, and natural healing strategies,

Most of all, I’m your friend on this journey — cheering you on and reminding you that you absolutely can live your best life EVER. 💛

🔑 Start Your Healing Journey

🆓 Signature Course – Trials to Triumph: An Adult Child's Emotional Freedom Blueprint

Unpack the past, embrace your truth, and build emotional freedom — without overwhelm.

👉 Start here: www.tammyvincent.com/course

🧠 Work With Me – Head-to-Toe Wellness Consultation

Let’s explore what’s really going on in your body, mind, and spirit. During this free discovery call, we’ll assess where you are and what tools can support your healing.

👉 Book your session: https://calendly.com/tammyvincent/head-to-toe-wellness-consultation

✈️ Bonus for Travel Lovers!

Did you know I also offer access to an amazing travel savings program that can help you save up to 70% on hotels, resorts, cruises, and more? Let’s compare your next upcoming itinerary and see how much you could save.

👉 Try the Trip Check: https://calendly.com/tammyvincent/trip-check

📺 Subscribe to My YouTube Channel

For short trainings, healing tools, and inspiring content

👉 Adult Child of Dysfunction on YouTube

🌟 Book Me to Speak at Your Event

Looking for a powerful voice on healing, boundaries, and personal transformation?

👉 Let’s connect: https://calendly.com/tammyvincent/speakers-event-chat

🫶 Let’s Connect

📩 Email: tammy@tammyvincent.com

📱 Text: 513-280-3555

🌟 If this episode helped you, please share it with a friend, leave a review, and hit follow. Every share helps break generational cycles and brings healing into more lives.