Episode #13 How did Lisa' create her Own life of Restorative Justice after 40 years. 12/15/2025 скачать в хорошем качестве

Episode #13 How did Lisa' create her Own life of Restorative Justice after 40 years. 12/15/2025

Lisa reports ongoing emotional exhaustion from being repeatedly required to testify in legal proceedings related to a decades-old assault, describing the process as draining and impeding her sense of closure. She expresses frustration with the legal system’s emphasis on punishment over healing and notes that revisiting her trauma through multiple testimonies has been especially taxing. After the murder trial, Lisa experienced a turning point, fostering increased self-reliance and a commitment to living according to her values. She highlights her efforts to build a supportive, ethically non-monogamous chosen family and household in Albuquerque, emphasizing honesty, trust, and mutual support among her partners, friends, and family. Lisa discusses challenges during the pandemic, including navigating her divorce and setting boundaries with her adult son, which ultimately improved their relationship. She expresses a desire for restorative justice systems that prioritize healing and repair, reflecting on her personal and professional dedication to these principles. Lisa shares her journey in transforming her relationship with substances and problematic patterns, focusing on honesty and responsibility. She describes daily practices aimed at fostering love, abundance, stability, comfort, and ease, integrating physical movement and affirmations to support her well-being. Lisa states, "How many times in forty years am I going to have to revisit this one night of my life, this decade-old trauma?"