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Carrying the Weight of Trauma
In this episode, I’m joined by Darlene Lekowski, an author, speaker, and advocate who shares her story of surviving childhood trauma and finding her voice later in life.
For more than fifty years, Darlene carried a secret she felt she had to keep hidden. While she built a successful life and career on the outside, the impact of that trauma quietly shaped her inner world.
When her truth was forced into the open in a very public and painful way, Darlene made the courageous choice to stand in it — and that decision changed the course of her life.
Today, Darlene uses her voice to support others who have experienced sibling sexual assault and childhood trauma. She volunteers with advocacy organizations and is currently working on a memoir set to release in 2026.
This conversation is about resilience, truth, and what it means to reclaim your story after years of silence.
⚠️ Listener note: This episode includes discussion of childhood trauma and abuse. Please listen with care and take breaks as needed.
CONNECT WITH DARLENE:
Website: https://darlene-lekowski.com/
Facebook: https://facebook.com/darlenelekowski
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darlenelekowski
Threads: https://www.threads.com/@darlenelekowski
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By Brenda MundtIn this episode, I’m joined by Darlene Lekowski, an author, speaker, and advocate who shares her story of surviving childhood trauma and finding her voice later in life.
For more than fifty years, Darlene carried a secret she felt she had to keep hidden. While she built a successful life and career on the outside, the impact of that trauma quietly shaped her inner world.
When her truth was forced into the open in a very public and painful way, Darlene made the courageous choice to stand in it — and that decision changed the course of her life.
Today, Darlene uses her voice to support others who have experienced sibling sexual assault and childhood trauma. She volunteers with advocacy organizations and is currently working on a memoir set to release in 2026.
This conversation is about resilience, truth, and what it means to reclaim your story after years of silence.
⚠️ Listener note: This episode includes discussion of childhood trauma and abuse. Please listen with care and take breaks as needed.
CONNECT WITH DARLENE:
Website: https://darlene-lekowski.com/
Facebook: https://facebook.com/darlenelekowski
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darlenelekowski
Threads: https://www.threads.com/@darlenelekowski
CONNECT WITH BRENDA:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brendmundt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100015947192855&mibextid=LQQJ4d
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brenda-mundt-b6b3352a?trk=contact-info
Website: https://www.energizedlifewellness.com/
If you’re ready to put some goodness in your body, you can order Glōci at https://getgloci.com/BRENDAMUNDT for a discount
Wellness Online Shopping Club: https://mymelaleuca.com/brendamundt
https://RiverbendRanchSteaks.com/brendamundt