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What happens after you've escaped abuse? When survival is no longer your only focus, how do you rediscover joy and truly come home to yourself? This deeply personal episode explores the challenging journey from merely existing to feeling alive again.

The path back to yourself isn't linear, but it follows recognizable patterns that can guide your healing journey. Through honest reflection on my own experiences, I share seven practical steps that helped me reconnect with my authentic self after domestic violence. From the surprising power of nature walks to the unexpected healing that came from a tequila and twerk class, this episode reveals how seemingly small steps can create profound transformation.

We explore the critical importance of honoring your intuition after years of being told what to think and feel. You'll discover practical techniques for quieting the mental noise that keeps you stuck, moving your body to release stored trauma, and identifying the activities that bring you into a flow state. Most importantly, you'll learn how finding community with other survivors can lift the invisible burden of shame and isolation.

The journey from victim to survivor to thriver involves countless pivots—each one bringing you closer to the person you're meant to be. Each time you follow what feels right, you reclaim pieces of yourself that abuse tried to steal. Whether you're just beginning your healing journey or you've been walking this path for years, remember that everything you need to heal already exists within you. You deserve not just to survive, but to experience genuine joy, connection, and purpose.

Join our survivor community by connecting through the Facebook group linked in the show notes. Your healing journey matters, and you don't have to walk it alone.

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