Watch Us Thrive

GUESS WHO'S BACK? BACK AGAIN! LIANNE'S BACK! TELL A FRIEND🗣️ (in my Slim Shady voice)
Welcome to SEASON THREE of the Watch Us Thrive Podcast! Holy f*cking shit! I cannot believe this show is 3 seasons in🤯
Did y'all miss me!? Because let me tell you something... I MISSED Y'ALL SO F*CKING MUCH!
This week's solo episode features yours truly as we enter into a New Year. It's the beginning of 2024 and we know this time of the year is all about setting goals & intentions on what you want your year to look like.
I'm sharing updates since my hiatus from season 2 as well as some low points I've been dealing with lately.
As always, we get VULNERABLE AF during this conversation. What else is new? IYKYK.
I'm so thrilled to be back and cannot wait to share what's in store for this next season.
As this week's title reads: WE STANDING ON MOTHERF*CKING BIZNESS IN 2024! LET'S F*CKING GO‼️
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WELCOME TO THE SEASON 2 FINALE OF WATCH US THRIVE! This week's guest is a 1st-time podcast guest & I couldn't be more honored to have her close out another amazing season of the show.
The conversation Jen and I had focuses on how speaking up & using her voice ultimately changed her life. Growing up in a neglectful home filled with many types of abuse and addiction, along with experiencing a tragic loss & some pretty toxic relationships later on in life, Jen eventually spoke up & asked for help which was the catalyst of her healing journey.
Jen Tran is a Vietnamese-American graphic & brand designer. Normally, she creates art that's bold & fun, but many don't know that she is a survivor of childhood & relationship abuse. To share and cope with her past experiences, she draws short comics about her life.
Through therapy and the support of her loved ones, Jen has been able to heal and find courage to protect herself from her past life traumas. She's able to voice her opinions & state boundaries without fear of punishment or criticism. Although the healing and triggers may never cease, she's learned how to safeguard her energy and love herself more.
To view Jen’s work, visit her Instagram pages @jentran.designer and @awkward.adulting.
I want to send a huge thank you to Jen & each guest who came onto the show this season. Every story is so impactful and I'm grateful that y'all trusted in my platform to bravely share your stories of turning your pain into power.
Keep supporting the show. This is a space to reconnect with your inner magic, heal your wounds, and #THRIVE. Let's keep diving into the conversations that truly matter and transform lives...together. See you in season 3!✨
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SURPRISE! I have a bonus episode for your listening pleasure! This convo is courtesy of an amazing online summit I was asked to speak on, hosted by the inspiring Heather Dunlop.
Heather held a 2 week long series during Domestic Violence Awareness Month💜 where she brought on 25+ speakers from around the world to talk about how they've been able to go from surviving to thriving and how you can do the same. If you're ready to ditch survival mode, claim your independence and live your thriving life, this bonus episode is a must listen!
Thank you again to Heather for having me as a speaker. It was truly an honor to be able to share a little bit of my story!
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If you're a regular listener of the show, chances are you can relate to this week's guest. Being a POC, many times we hear stories of not growing up in the healthiest or safest enviornments. It can be difficult to not allow the circumstances you grew up in perpetuate the cycle of survival from one generation to the next.
My guest shares her testimony as she defied the odds and rewrote the script of her own life, despite the not-so-pretty upbringing she experienced. Emerging from a turbulent childhood, she made a conscious choice to break free from the chains of her past and shift her narrative to resilience, growth & triumph, and is helping others do the same.
Chantell Rodriguez is a Latina Mindset Coach & Speaker who helps women shift their paradigms. She empowers women to give them the ability to rewrite their story, stand in their power, and live the life they truly deserve. You can follow Chantell on Instagram.
Our life stories are not predetermined scripts. They're dynamic narratives we can shape and rewrite. I hope as you listen to Chantell's testimony to remind you of resiliency and potential for positive change. No matter what challenges you face or the tumultuous upbringing you've dealt with, know that the ability to break free from the narrative of victimhood lies within YOU.
Let this episode be a source of inspiration and a reminder that, despite your past, you are the author of our own story. You're capable of turning adversity into strength. And you can rewrite your destiny.
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*Trigger warning: this episodes mentions acts of sexual violence. Listener discretion is advised*
Breaking the cycle around generational trauma is a transformative journey that not only impacts your life, but generations to come. It's about recognizing the patterns and pain that have been passed down and actively work to prevent repeating the cycle. This week's guest shares her own journey around breaking the cycle around the trauma she's experienced and encourages others to do the same.
Priscilla María Gutierrez is a certified life coach, First-Gen Latina & transformational speaker. She teaches others to break cycles of generational trauma through her Currency of Cycle Breaking™ Workshop and I.D.E.A.L. Method.™ She's in recovery from both binge drinking and eating disorders. She believes in the power of storytelling and leads by example.
Follow Priscilla on Instagram & LinkedIn. Send an email to [email protected].
Breaking the cycle of generational trauma isn't easy. It means facing tough, painful experiences and making some hard choices. But the payoff of breaking these chains and creating a brighter future is priceless.
We hope by hearing our conversation, you're able to start making some different choices in your own life to break the cycle. It's not always easy... but it's ALWAYS worth it!
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*Trigger warning: This episode mentions acts of domestic violence. Listener discretion is advised.*
Closing out my #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth💜 series is a childhood friend of mine who bravely shares her story of being in an abusive relationship with the father of her children for over a decade & how she's been able to THRIVE after leaving!
Elisa Hernandez is a single mother of 3 amazing children. Balancing motherhood, womanhood, work and life in general, she is out here thriving more than ever. Although life hasn’t always been the best to her, she always finds the brighter side in every challenge she faces. Elisa is here to shed light on her story of surviving physical, verbal & mental abuse in a past relationship, along with drug use, addiction and so much more. She wants to shine the light on how she’s evolved and overcame such traumatic experiences through self love and how it’s never too late to start over. She’s hoping to help and encourage at least one woman out there who resonates with her story. You can follow Elisa on Instagram & Twitter.
There are so many of us who have gone through such horrible experiences with the people we loved, but we're here to show the world that it's possible to THRIVE after leaving an abusive relationship. Remember this, sis... it is NEVER too late to start over🫶🏼
*If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please know that help is available. Call the 24/7 National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) for confidential support.
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*Trigger warning: This episode mentions acts of domestic violence. Listener discretion is advised.*
This week I sat down with motivational speaker & domestic abuse advocate Jess Patz as she shares her harrowing testimony of surviving a decade long abusive marriage.
Jess may be a passionate philanthropist, courageous thought leader and disruptive motivational speaker, but back home in Ohio, she’s a busy mom of four.
Jess has found a beautiful way to inspire others through her story of domestic abuse survival and loss. It wasn't until after her ex-husband was sentenced to 20 years in prison, that she felt free enough to publicly share. Now, she teaches others how purposeful their pain is and how powerful their own stories are. Jess has taken something that was meant to break her forever and turned it into a tool to help others in a big way!
One of the many ways Jess helps others everyday, is through her "I Choose Hope" Foundation; an organization dedicated to not just helping domestic abuse victims and their families, but survivors of all trauma in need of emergency assistance.
Jess has been featured in multiple media outlets including television, radio, and podcasts across the country. She is thrilled to bring her story of hope, heartache, and healing to you so you too can discover your bigger purpose! Learn more by visiting her website.
Listening to Jess's testimony is something we often hear about when it comes to these types of relationships. One thing I've learned on my own journey of being in toxic and abusive relationships is this... if they disrespect you once, it's probably going to happen again.
Understand that the abuse will only get worse, and you don't deserve to be treated like you don't matter. YOUR LIFE MATTERS! Let this week's episode be what you need to hear in order to make the decision to finally put yourself first. If we did it, so can you💜
*If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please know that help is available. Call the 24/7 National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) for confidential support.
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*Trigger warning: This episode mentions acts of domestic violence. Listener discretion is advised.*
Continuing with my #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth💜series, this week's inspiring guest shares her experience with domestic violence as a teenager and how she's been able to heal from such a painful experience.
Moya Jimenez is an embodiment of love, energy, and fluidity. She is a Latinx creative who deeply believes self expression & creative expression can provide an abundance of opportunities along with healing. You can keep up with her through Instagram @konmoya or tune into her podcast “Me Da Vida”, a wellness space and tool to utilize along your growth journey!
Healing after leaving an abusive relationship is not only important but possible. It might feel like you're stuck in a never-ending nightmare, but know that recovery is attainable. With the right support, self-care & time, you can rebuild your life & find happiness. It won't be easy, and there will be bumps along the way, but many survivors, like Moya, have emerged stronger and more resilient. We hope that by hearing this episode, you will understand that healing is possible & you have the inner strength to make it happen.
*If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please know that help is available. Call the 24/7 National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) for confidential support.
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*Trigger warning: This episode mentions acts of domestic violence. Listener discretion is advised.*
This week's unique perspective for #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth💜 shines the light on a survivor who fled her home country after living through the Islamic regime & escaping a violent marriage.
Naz Meknat, born in Tehran, Iran, is a LA-based fashion stylist + author, working in the fashion industry since 2005. In 2021, her first book, 7000 Miles to Freedom, a memoir, was released; a story of survivorship, triumph, persistence & resilience. She's an advocate for women’s rights & works tirelessly to bring more awareness to sexual and domestic violence against women. She actively volunteers in her community serving as a member of several non-profit organizations. Follow Naz on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter & LinkedIn.
Violence against women is an alarming global issue that affects women worldwide. During DVAM, let's continue to raise our voices to support survivors & work towards a world where abuse no longer exists. Together, we can make a difference!
*If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please know that help is available. Call the 24/7 National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) for confidential support.
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*Trigger warning: This episode mentions acts of domestic violence. Listener discretion is advised.*
I'm sharing a different perspective this week for #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth💜. This week's guest talks about her viewpoint around DV that we don't hear about enough...coping with the loss of a loved one due to senseless violence.
Danielle Leverett-Gallaspy is a wife, mom, nonprofit founder, podcaster, certified psychometrist, credentialed victim's advocate & former educator. Most recently, she's advocating for the safety of survivors of domestic abuse. Helping others has been her passion for well over a decade.
After her niece, great niece & great nephew were tragically murdered in a DV murder-suicide, Dani struggled with coming to terms of the past abuse she witnessed as a child & wondered if there was a connection. In her journey to heal, Dani founded Our 3 Memorial Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)3 recognized nonprofit that's committed to creating safe spaces & situations for survivors of DV. Dani can also be found hosting her monthly podcast, My Survivor Voice, a platform for POC to share stories of how they've survived various traumatic situations. Follow Dani on Instagram, Facebook & Linktree.
The less-discussed aspect of DV pertains to the impact it has on the loved ones. Shedding light on this often-overlooked side emphasizes the need for comprehensive support systems that extend beyond the immediate victims, helping us develop more strategies to break the cycle of violence and create a safer society for everyone. Thank you Dani for shining the light on this side of the coin. Together, we can create an impact by continuing to share our stories!
*If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please know that help is available. Call the 24/7 National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) for confidential support.
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