#016 - Erika Dittmer - Growing Up In A Dysfunctional Family

The Embarrassing Diary

Today we are joined by Erika Dittmer, an actress, singer, lecturer, and author of the book 'Butterfly'. Erika has devoted her life to spreading the message that enduring a toxic family environment can be profoundly traumatic, yet it is possible to break free from its grasp. She approaches her traumatic memories from a place of love and forgiveness. Please note, certain segments may contain content that could be unsettling for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised

Timestamps:

• 00:00 Welcome to the Embarrassing Diary
• 01:05 Meet the Author
• 03:20 Passage from the Book ‘Butterfly’
• 05:30 How the book came to life
• 07:46 A brief background of the family’s generational trauma
• 10:25 The book through the lens of an abusive relationship
• 11:18 Life as a Cirque lead singer and the perks of having the ‘perfect body’
• 12:49 How the book changed through time
• 13:32 Understanding autoimmune challenges and other psychological make ups
• 16:11 Finishing the writing of the book
• 19:34 Erika's family shares their critique regarding the book.
• 26:40 How the audience perceived the book
• 29:30 How the healing process started and Erika’s first encounter with ‘Fireworks’
• 35:39 The new portal that transformed Erika’s life
• 36:57 Erika’s upcoming book and projects
• 39:58 Subscribe to our channel!

Creator & Host: Zoe Ntonta
🎵Music credit: Produced by Johnathon M. Horner/ @beatmekanik

Get In Touch with Erika:
Book (English Version)
Book (Swedish Version)
Facebook
Instagram

---------------------------
Get in touch with me:
📸 Instagram

🔴 YouTube
📧 Contact

🙏THANK you so much for listening to this podcast!