What happens when a woman is forced to rebuild her life after everything she knew collapses?

In this episode of Her Own Narrative, Donna shares a raw and courageous account of surviving domestic abuse, rebuilding her identity, and finding strength after years of silence, fear, and emotional control.

Donna opens up about her early life, the gradual erosion of her confidence inside an abusive relationship, and the moment she realised that survival alone was no longer enough. She speaks honestly about shame, self-blame, and the invisible scars abuse leaves behind long after the relationship ends.

Through resilience, self-belief, and deep inner work, Donna found the courage to leave, rebuild her life from the ground up, and eventually turn her pain into purpose. Today, she uses her voice and lived experience to support and empower other women navigating trauma, recovery, and self-worth.

Her story is a powerful reminder that healing is not linear, leaving is not weakness, and reclaiming your voice is an act of profound courage.

What we talk about:

– Introducing Donna and the intention behind this conversation

– Early life, conditioning, and patterns of self-sacrifice

– How emotional abuse begins quietly

– Losing confidence and questioning self-worth

– Living in survival mode and constant fear

– Why leaving is never “just leaving”

– The moment Donna chose herself

– Starting again with nothing but courage

– The emotional aftermath of abuse

– Rebuilding identity and trust in yourself

– Turning pain into purpose

– Supporting other women through lived experience

– What Donna wishes every woman knew

– Redefining strength, freedom, and healing

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Disclaimer: This video is for educational and awareness purposes only. All views expressed by the guest are personal opinions and do not intend to harm or defame any individual, profession, or organisation. Our intention is to encourage informed, compassionate, and honest dialogue.

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