I See Glass Children: Reclaiming Visibility | Emotional/Mental Wellness - with expert guest Alicia Maples

Are you an adult who felt "transparent" or invisible growing up? Alicia Meneses Maples reveals the hidden impact of being a glass child and how to heal. In this episode of Women Connected in Wisdom, Shannon and Christine are joined by Alicia Meneses Maples, an international speaker, TEDx presenter, and expert on "glass children." Alicia shares her gripping story of survival after losing her parents' time and attention to the care of one brother with profound Autism and another with a terminal illness. Her work has been cited by NBC News, CNN, and over 40 major publications. We focus on the Emotional and Mental Wellness dimension, looking specifically at the results of being a glass child in adulthood. Alicia explains the reality of Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) and discusses the critical lack of a formal diagnosis for childhood trauma in the US. Whether you are a glass child yourself or a high-needs family looking for ways to better support your children, this whole-self conversation provides the language and tools needed to move from survival to being truly seen.

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Podcast Resources:

The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma Oh Brother: (A Graphic Memoir) Dr. Cynthia Phelps - InnerAlly Connect with Alicia Meneses Maples: Website: iseeglasschildren.com LinkedIn: aliciamenesesmaples Instagram: @aliciamenesesmaples Alicia's TedX talk