Overcoming Family Separation Lead Her to Start a Nationwide Program to Help Teens Overcome Adverse Childhood Experiences

When she was in high school, Samantha Wetje's family seemed perfect from the outside. Their family was a pillar to the community. But what they didn't know was that her dad's mental health struggles and addition issues had lead to her family being torn apart. While Samantha was devestated at the time, she didn't have the words to really understand what she was going through. Years later, Samantha realized that she was not the only teen to have experienced an Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE). She now has founded a nationwide program dedicated to helping kids understand what ACEs are and how they can overcome them. About 16 Strong For more information on Samantha and the 16 Strong Project, visit 16strongproject.com or @16strongproject on Instagram. Contact Meghan judgingmeghan.com | Instagram: @judingmeghan If you enjoyed this episode, please support the show . Support the Show Buy Meghan a coffee (or a glass of Chardonnay) Use Meghan's Instacart referral link and get free delivery on first order of $35+ What did you think of the show? Support the show Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/judging-meghan/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices