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Reach Out to Share Your Story or Collaborate

If you’ve lived through something life-altering, such as a traumatic brain injury, invisible illness, emotional burnout, or just a quiet fight to stay afloat, your story matters here.

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Broken But Resonant is built on honest storytelling and shared humanity. Whether you want to submit a written piece for the blog or be a guest on the podcast, I’d love to hear from you.

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Sharing your story can be powerful, but it should also feel safe and informed. Broken But Resonant invites submissions for written pieces, interviews, or collaborations, prioritizing consent, clarity, and well-being.

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Before submitting, please read the Story Submission Guidelines below. These explain your options for anonymity, editing approval, and ownership so you can share on your terms.

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Use the contact form below or reach out directly at BrokenButResonant@gmail.com
(Please include a few details about your story, how you’d like to participate, and what you’re hoping to share.)

Editorial Note:

All stories are reviewed by the site creator, Peter Morande, to ensure clarity, respect, and safety.As the project grows, an advisory team of peers and creative collaborators may be added to help guide submissions and maintain ethical standards.

Story Submission Guidelines:

(for Blog Features)

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We welcome personal essays or reflections related to:

  • Traumatic brain injury recovery

  • Invisible disabilities or chronic illness

  • Mental health challenges

  • Neurodivergence and burnout

  • Healing through creativity, storytelling, or art

Your submission should:

  • Be between 500–1200 words

  • Be written in your authentic voice (formal writing not required)

  • Include a short author bio and, if you wish, an optional photo or creative image to accompany your piece

  • You decide how you’re credited: full name, first name, initials, or anonymous

  • Be based on your real experience or perspective. Stories must be truthful and original.
    You may use writing tools to assist with structure or grammar, but not to fabricate or copy content from other sources.

  • Include a brief content note at the top if your piece discusses sensitive topics (for example: discussion of medical trauma or emotional distress)

  • Be previously unpublished, or clearly state if it has appeared elsewhere

We’re not looking for perfection; we’re looking for truth. Stories can be raw, reflective, poetic, or narrative. If it feels honest, it belongs.

Podcast Guest Guidelines:

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We’re looking for podcast guests who can speak to:

  • Life after brain injury or illness

  • Personal healing journeys

  • Advocacy and support work

  • Creativity as recovery

  • Lived experience in underrepresented or misunderstood spaces

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What to include in your message:

  • A short summary of who you are and what you’d like to talk about

  • Any creative work or resources you’d like to share

  • Comfort level with audio recording or interview format

  • Any accessibility needs or preferences

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Participation Requirements

  • Guests must be 18 years or older and able to provide informed consent for recording and publication.

  • Conversations must be based on your own lived experience. You may use notes or writing tools to help organize your story, but discussions should remain authentic and not fabricated.

  • Guests may choose how they’re credited: full name, first name, initials, or anonymous.

  • Participation is entirely voluntary, and you can request edits or withdrawal of your episode at any time before publication.​

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This is a relaxed, conversational show. You don’t need to be a professional speaker, only someone willing to speak with honesty and care.

Your Rights and Choices

  • You decide how you’re credited (full name, initials, or anonymous).

  • You keep ownership of your story and can request removal at any time.

  • Light edits may be suggested for clarity, but will always be reviewed with you before publishing.

  • Broken But Resonant is a storytelling platform, not a counseling or crisis service.

  • If you’re in crisis, visit the Resources Page for immediate help options.

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Age Requirement
To share a story or submit content to Broken But Resonant, you must be at least 18 years old.
This helps ensure that submissions are made with full understanding and consent.

If you are under 18 and would like to share your perspective, please reach out first to discuss possible options for collaboration with parental or guardian consent.

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Community Standards and Boundaries

To keep this space safe for everyone, we cannot accept:

  • Hate speech, harassment, or discriminatory content

  • Graphic or triggering details of violence, self-harm, or abuse without context or warning

  • Stories that identify or accuse specific individuals of criminal or abusive behavior

  • Submissions promoting medical treatments, products, or personal fundraising without prior discussion

  • Submissions should reflect your own lived experience. It’s okay to use tools for writing support, but stories must be truthful and not copied or artificially created.

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*Stories should reflect personal experience, creative reflection, or advocacy, told with respect and empathy.

Contact

Thank you for reaching out. Your message has been received, and I’m truly honored that you’re willing to share your story or consider being part of this project. I’ll do my best to respond within 3–5 days. In the meantime, take care of yourself, your voice matters here.

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