In Episode 9 of Sunshine in Red Lipstick, DJ steps into one of the most pivotal moments in her main character’s life — a childhood trauma that’s explored without graphic details, yet still carries every emotional truth. She shares why she chose to protect listeners from the explicit scene, while guiding them through the fear, silence, and instinct that shape little Monique’s world.
DJ reflects on the importance of creating a safe space for children to speak up, and how her own experiences shaped the way she parents her daughters today. She also considers the ways Monique’s mother could have protected her — not as judgment, but as an honest look at how generational silence forms and how it can break.
This episode blends storytelling, personal truth, and emotional insight, reminding us that while trauma can change a child, so can protection, awareness, and the courage to speak.
