Every powerful change starts with a decision.
In this episode, Denise G. Lee, a healing and leadership coach, shares her journey of surviving incest, overcoming addiction, and breaking free from toxic environments. She reveals how self-awareness, humility, and forgiveness became the foundation for her transformation.

What you’ll learn in this episode:
✅ How to recognize red flags and understand their roots
✅ The role of self-awareness in breaking cycles of abuse
✅ Why humility, honesty, and forgiveness are essential to healing
✅ How to develop the courage to confront painful truths

If you’re ready to create a future free from past trauma, this episode will guide and inspire you.

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In the special episode, I’m flipping the script and handing over the mic to YOU, my incredible listeners!

I check in to hear your thoughts, suggestions, and feedback. Let me know what you love and want more of and what you think could make the show even better. Your voice matters, and I can’t wait to hear from you!

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Leaving an abusive relationship can feel impossible — but it can save your life. In this episode, LaShaudra Barnes, resilient mother, podcast host, and survivor, shares her journey from a high school romance that turned into years of emotional, mental, and physical abuse, to finally breaking free and rebuilding her life.

What you’ll learn in this episode:
 ✅ How to recognize the early signs of emotional and mental abuse
 ✅ Why abuse often escalates over time
 ✅ The role of therapy, faith, and community in recovery
 ✅ How forgiveness can set you free — even toward your abuser

This conversation is a powerful reminder that life beyond abuse is possible — and can be full of hope and peace.

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What happens when the people who should protect you cause your deepest wounds? In this episode, Dana Diaz, author of Choking on Shame, returns to share her powerful story of surviving two narcissistic parents — enduring emotional manipulation, neglect, and physical abuse — and how she found the strength to heal.

What you’ll learn in this episode:
 ✅ The red flags of narcissistic abuse in families and relationships
 ✅ The long-term effects of growing up in a toxic environment
 ✅ Practical steps to heal and reclaim your life
 ✅ How to rebuild self-worth after years of abuse

Dana’s resilience is a reminder that even after deep trauma, a fulfilling life is possible.

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Can yoga help you rebuild your life after abuse? In this episode, Danielle Young, yoga instructor and domestic abuse survivor, shares how she transformed her healing journey through yoga — using it to reconnect with her body, quiet self-doubt, and find peace after trauma.

What you’ll learn in this episode:
 ✅ How yoga supports trauma recovery on a physical and emotional level
 ✅ Why reconnecting with your body is key to healing after abuse
 ✅ How mindfulness can help silence self-doubt
 ✅ Ways to use yoga for empowerment and self-worth

Whether you’re a survivor or supporting one, this episode offers hope, tools, and inspiration for transformation.

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Cybercriminals are getting smarter — are you ready to fight back? In this episode, Art Bowker, 40-year law enforcement veteran and cybercrime expert, reveals the most dangerous online threats today — from AI-driven fraud to romance scams targeting the elderly — and how to defend yourself against them.

What you’ll learn in this episode:
 ✅ The latest tactics scammers and hackers use to target victims
 ✅ How to spot red flags before it’s too late
 ✅ Strategies to secure your accounts and devices
 ✅ Why understanding the psychology of scams can protect you

This is your survival guide for staying safe in the digital age.

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Leaving a narcissistic partner is hard — rebuilding your life afterward can feel even harder. In this episode, Martina Gruppo, author and survivor, shares how she escaped an egocentric ex-husband who used love bombing, gaslighting, and financial abuse to control her — and how she reclaimed her freedom, confidence, and joy.

What you’ll learn in this episode:
 ✅ How to spot the red flags of narcissistic abuse
 ✅ Why “gray rocking” can help you regain control
 ✅ Myths about narcissism and the truth survivors need to know
 ✅ How to rebuild confidence and self-worth after abuse

Martina’s journey proves that you can heal, rebuild, and thrive after even the most toxic relationships.

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Toxic relationships can drain your energy, derail your goals, and leave you questioning your worth — but are they also distractions from your true path?
In this episode, Bre Wolta, relationship clarity coach, breaks down the manipulation, control, and emotional abuse common in narcissistic relationships and how to escape the cycle.

What you’ll learn in this episode:
✅ How to spot the red flags of narcissistic abuse
✅ The spectrum of selfish behavior — and where narcissism fits
✅ Why community and support are crucial for recovery
✅ How compassion and self-care help you break free

If you’re in a toxic relationship or recovering from one, this episode will help you reclaim your power and self-worth. Toxic relationships can drain your energy, derail your goals, and leave you questioning your worth — but are they also distractions from your true path?

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Have you always wondered if Frank Morris and brothers John and Clarence Anglin boldly escaped from Alcatraz prison on June 11, 1962? Well, wonder no more! I am on location on Alcatraz Island with author Mike Lynch and Ken Widner, nephew of the Anglin brothers.

Ken's family has been holding on to the proof that not only did they make it off the island alive, but they went on to have families of their own in Brazil.

**This week you will need to join me on my YouTube channel for a very special episode that is video only**

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What happens when childhood trauma collides with a high-stakes career in public safety? This episode follows the journey from family violence and heartbreaking loss to resilience, growth, and advocacy.

We explore:

• The impact of trauma and secrecy on your life’s path
• How to break cycles of dysfunction
• The power of time, perspective, and the right influences

Whether you’re navigating your own challenges or supporting someone you love, this conversation is proof that clarity and healing are always within reach.

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