Ep. 10 Dr. Pamala Brown-Grinion welcomes Maryann Rivera Dannert, CEO of MRD Empowerment Solutions, to delve into healing from childhood sexual abuse.

Maryann opens up about her journey, recounting how childhood sexual trauma affected her both mentally and physically. The discussion addresses the long-term impacts and the various ways people cope, including lack of self-worth and challenges in forming healthy relationships.

Using a variety of healing techniques such as meditation, prayer, journaling, and therapy, Maryann has been able to reclaim her life and offer help to others through her podcast and empowerment events. Their dialogue reinforces the notion that while healing takes time, individuals can find strength and solidarity with proper support and resources.

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Chapters:

0:00 Maryann Rivera-Dannert Introduction

2:33 Healing Childhood Sexual Abuse

12:48 Courage, Reflection, and Support

22:27 Forgiveness and Improved Relationships

28:55 Healing From Sexual Trauma Through Open Conversations

37:58 Live Fearlessly and Create Their Dream Lives

Tune into this compelling episode to gain deeper insights and inspiration. Stay connected for more enlightening content from the Grace and Grind podcast, designed to empower and elevate listeners on their personal and professional journeys.

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