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The Courage to Listen: Finding Yourself on Crisis Hotlines | The Giving Project
In this episode of The Giving Project, host Jodie Blackburn explores the profound psychological and emotional impact of volunteering on crisis hotlines. This is not a typical philanthropy story about writing checks; it is an intimate look at how active listening can transform both the helper and the helpee. If you are interested in social impact, mental health advocacy, or personal growth through service, this episode offers a raw and honest account of what it means to hold space for strangers in their darkest moments. Jodie shares her transition from a corporate mindset focused on quick…
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