What does it really cost to stay in environments that require you to abandon yourself?

In this honest and unscripted conversation, trauma therapist Dawn Bouillion sits down with podcast producer Brooke Haynes to reflect on the deeper purpose of Not That Girl Anymore. Together they explore what it means to show up authentically, why awareness is the first step toward healing, and the painful but powerful journey of reclaiming your voice after trauma.

Dawn shares why this podcast exists: to reach the women who grew up believing their story, their pain, and their dreams didn’t matter—and remind them that they absolutely do.

They also talk about:

• The hidden cost of staying in toxic systems

• Why leaving can feel terrifying—but losing yourself costs more

• The loneliness that can come with personal awakening

• How awareness and inspiration lead to real change

If you’ve ever felt like your voice didn’t matter or that you had to sacrifice yourself to belong, this episode is for you.

You are not alone. And you are not that girl anymore.