In this powerful episode of Shattered Not Broken, host Dawn McClara opens up about her journey from surviving a painful childhood filled with trauma to finding her voice and reclaiming her power as an adult. She shares raw and honest reflections about growing up in an abusive home, enduring a toxic marriage at a young age, and breaking generational cycles to protect her children and grandchildren from similar harm.

Through her story, Dawn reveals how the weight of the past can shape who we become—but it doesn’t have to define us. She talks about confronting her abusers, learning to live life on her own terms for the first time, and recognizing the quiet victories that come with healing. With authenticity and compassion, she reminds listeners that while the road to recovery is messy and painful, it leads to strength, self-worth, and peace.

By the end, Dawn’s message is clear: you are not alone, your story matters, and no matter what you’ve endured, you can rise above and build a life filled with hope, love, and purpose.