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Take a listen to Beck's story of abuse that started in her early childhood where she took the role as "protector" in her family dynamic and how she lived with an abusive father who was also in law enforcement. She touches on abuse within a religious family, hiding the abuse, being disowned by her family for 9 years, how she had to set boundaries with her dad before he died, and how therapy helped her break the cycle of abuse. We also talk about her recent adventure where her and her partner traveled around the country this past summer and how on that trip they came across a domestic violence situation at the campground they were staying and how they were able to help the victim as the abuse was taking place. And we wrap up our conversation discussing Beck's vision for creating safe places for people at the retreat they hope to build in Arizona in the future.

This episode I recorded with a very special guest, my BFF, Charity DaSilva. We laughed, shed some tears and provided some insight to our 15+ year friendship. Take a listen to this episode where we discuss the importance of having a support system, what you can do to support a loved one when they are going through a challenging life event and/or trauma, the advantages of having a support system and we shared personal details of life events that shook our world and had to lean on each other to overcome some of the most difficult times of our lives.

Listen to Tara's story of abuse that started at an early age and how that pattern of abuse and not knowing the signs of narcissistic personality lead her to marry a man that would emotionally and psychologically abuse her to maintain his Power and Control throughout their marriage. When she left the abusive marriage with her 3 children, began the process of healing from years of abuse and realized what she "didn't want from a relationship" she was emotionally ready to meet "one of the good ones" at 40 years old.

The most dangerous part of having a narcissist in your life is that you usually don't realize it until it's too late. Narcissists are really skilled at coming off charming and manipulating you into falling for their act. It's only once you fall in their grasp that they start to show you their true colors. Be careful as a narcissist will attempt to turn the tables on you every time that you confront them. They will do anything to not take accountability even if it means tearing you down in the process. But, it doesn't mean that you have to let them. Here are examples of how the narcissist play's the victim.

I handed over the mic to my first guest host, Johanne Holman, who interviewed me about my chapter in Hear Her Roar, Successful Women Who Experienced Domestic Abuse. We cover several topics: Fear of writing my chapter and the ramifications of telling my story; Fairytales - why do we believe in them?; Training for First Responders; Freedom; and so much more. Take a listen as I share more about the night I had a knife to my throat and how a call to the police by our neighbors saved my life.

Listen to Lori’s story of abuse which started on her honeymoon 37 years ago. She also discusses her belief that guardian angels saved her life during the 6 months she was married to her first husband. The emotional scars are still with her 37 years later and this is why she thinks it’s so important to share your story of abuse so that others know they are not alone and there is help available.

I am one of the 15 Contributing Authors in Hear Her Roar - Successful Women Who Experienced Domestic Abuse. In this book you will find 15 incredibly strong women who share their stories of Domestic Abuse and their healing journey. Listen to my story of abuse, survival and my healing journey that allowed me to create the life I envisioned for myself. I also share how dreaming again was instrumental in creating Livin' the Visions which is my purpose and passion to help Educate, Empower and help women Envision life without abuse. Website - www.livinthevisions.com Email - [email protected] IG - @livinthevisions Facebook - Livin' the Visions Hear Her Roar can be purchased at https://www.amazon.com/Hear-Her-Roar-Successful-Experienced/dp/0645241571 

Kristin Strawder is one of the 15 Contributing Authors in Hear Her Roar - Successful Women Who Experienced Domestic Abuse. This book is an Amazon #1 International Best Seller and it also started the #HearHerRoarMovement globally. In this book you will find 15 incredibly strong women who share their stories of Domestic Abuse and their healing journey. Listen to Kristin's story of how her spiritual awakening gave Kristen her voice back, healed her emotions and lit the way to embrace the parts of her soul that had been shattered by the years of emotional destruction happening behind closed doors. We also discuss how giving her TEDx talk and writing a poem about the Gabby Petito story were part of her healing journey.

Sheila Kadeer is one of the 15 Contributing Authors in Hear Her Roar - Successful Women Who Experienced Domestic Abuse. In this book you will find 15 incredibly strong women who share their stories of Domestic Abuse and their healing journey. Listen to Sheila's story of how for four years Sheila and her daughter were locked in a cycle of domestic abuse which included a long court battle with her abuser. After winning her court case she made it her mission to support other women going through domestic abuse and even became a police officer who was specially trained to work with victims of serious sexual assault and rape.

Johanne Holman is one of the 15 Contributing Authors in Hear Her Roar - Successful Women Who Experienced Domestic Abuse. This book is an Amazon #1 International Best Seller and it also started the #HearHerRoarMovement globally. In this book you will find 15 incredibly strong women who share their stories of Domestic Abuse and their healing journey. Listen to Johanne's story, her realization that there was no one place for women in the UK to go for guidance and support on their healing journey, and how creating She Sparkles helps women all over the world take back their power, reclaim their life and re-find their SPARKLE!

I wrote a blog on 2/14/2019 regarding my thoughts on Valentine's Day and I believe it deserves to be heard as it is as relevant now as it was when I wrote it in 2019.  For this Valentine’s Day, I ask that you give the experience of love by demonstrating love. Do something today that makes someone feel loved. It doesn’t have to be huge, even a simple text to someone to let them know you were thinking of them and they are loved. Real connection doesn’t cost a thing.

Brigid Holder is the Publisher and one of the 15 Contributing Authors in Hear Her Roar - Successful Women Who Experienced Domestic Abuse. This book is an Amazon #1 International Best Seller and it also started the #HearHerRoarMovement globally. In this book you will find 15 incredibly strong women who share their stories of Domestic Abuse and their healing journey. Listen to Brigid's story and why this book is different then anything she has ever put out in the world previously and why it's time to Speak Up  about domestic abuse and allow women everywhere the opportunity to do the same.