Real Talk Real Women Breaking The Silence Around Abuse

Kelly Boyer: Transcending the Trauma Bond with Energy Healing TechniquesCo-author of the RISING AFTER ABUSE anthology, Kelly's story is found in chapter #17Buy the anthology in Kindle, Paperback, or Hardcover formats on Amazon: https://a.co/d/eb4KH7gKelly Boyer’s bioAngelic Channel, Multidimensional Seer & Alchemist | Transformative Healing | Transforming Self Through BusinessKelly Boyer is a Psychosomatic Energy Practitioner and transformational coach who specializes in trauma and mental health recovery. She works with clients all over the USA and globally.Having a Master of Arts degree in Psychology and Program Design, a Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Development, and Certification in Integrated Somatic Parts Work much of her professional experience has been helping those who have experienced trauma and mental health challenges understand the mind-body connection to reach their recovery goals. Kelly guides and supports individuals in discovering their own innate ways of healing through Intuitive and Mediumship insight, as well as Quantum Energy Therapy. Kelly’s biggest teacher has been through her own trauma, abuse, and mental health struggles. It was during these most difficult times that she discovered her gift of healing and wanted to help others heal.Connect with Kellywebsite: www.kellyboyer.orgemail: [email protected] location: 101 S La Canada Dr. Ste 49B, Green Valley, AZ 85629Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kellyboyer.orgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyboyer.org_Twitter: @kellythemediumSpecial Offers: https://kellyboyer.as.me/45MINSpecialOffer Connect with Gemma Serenity Gorokhoff, the host of Real Talk Real Women Breaking the Silence Around Abuse https://gemmaserenity.com Do you care about getting featured on this podcast?Apply here: https://apply.realtalk-realwomen.com Support the podcast and its mission; become a sponsor or a supporter.Learn more here: https://sponsors.realtalk-realwomen.comSource webpage with picture, format, and more links:https://www.realtalk-realwomen.com/e/transcend-trauma-bond-kelly-boyer/ Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Erlinda Vo, The Energy AlchemistErlinda is a visionary leader, an expert in personal motivation, and the innovative creator of the personal growth technology, “The Energy Alchemy Process”.Erlinda, whose mission is to “Vibe Up the Planet” works to empower others to produce life-changing results and provides spiritual tools designed to help others live a life that “lights them up”.Connect with ErlindaWebsite: https://www.TheSpaForYourSoul.com/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/soulfulvibetribe/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thespaforyoursoul/Try our FREE Daily Vibe Up for 5 days: Details here: https://bit.ly/thedailyvibeupWatch Erlinda’s recorded episode on YouTubeSummary of Erlinda’s episode on Real Talk Real Women Breaking The Silence Around Abuse.Erlinda Vo, the Energy Alchemist, is a visionary leader, expert in personal motivation, and innovative creator of the personal growth technology, the Energy Alchemy process.During this episode, Erlinda shared her story of overcoming emotional, financial, and mental abuse in her marriage to a narcissist. She realized she was in an abusive marriage after she had an energy session with a woman who did put 20 different essential oils on her and she felt her crown chakra open up in a way that changed her life forever.Erlinda was able to take back her power and leave her abusive marriage. During one of her visits to her chiropractor, he asked her how her divorce was going and she started to lie, saying that it was so easy and that he was a good guy. As a consequence, because her body couldn’t take such a lie, she started to stutter. The woman who did open up her crown chakra gave her another session to bring her back together again, enough to heal her stutter and manifest her destiny. Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Breaking the Cycle: Overcoming Abuse and Finding Inner Peace with April Marie GainesGrowing up with teenage parents and experiencing domestic abuse firsthand, April Gaines discovered her life mission - helping people develop self-esteem and inner peace through awareness. April joins us to share her deeply personal journey, detailing the abandonment and trauma she faced as a child, and the generational theme of teenage parenthood that drove her to become a young mom herself.We learn from April how she took charge of her own healing journey, finding solace in massage therapy, Reiki healing, and tarot cards after divorcing her first husband. Determined to provide a better life for her children, she went back to school, earning her GED, bachelor's, and master's degrees. Now, April offers her clients a range of services, from mental health counseling to spiritual readings and energy healing. Listen in as she reminds us of our infinite worth and potential for gratitude, regardless of the hardships we may face.Co-author of the RISING AFTER ABUSE anthology, April's story is found in chapter #20Buy the anthology in Kindle, Paperback, or Hardcover formats on Amazon: https://a.co/d/eb4KH7gApril’s bio and introductionApril Gaines is a Professional Mental Health and Substance Abuse Counselor. A Certified Advanced Alcohol and Addictions Counselor through McBap of Michigan. April has spent a total of 22 years studying and obtaining numerous degrees and certificates in mental health, substance abuse, healing, and spirituality domains.A few of these certifications include being two times Reiki Energy Healing Master, an Ama Deus Energy Healer, a certified Hypnotherapist, a Past Life Regression Therapist, a Certified Auricular Acupuncturist, and a Clairvoyant psychic medium.April has made it her life's mission to help as many people as she can develop permanent self-esteem and inner peace through awareness. Teaching people they have innate worth, value, and purpose in this life. April has the gift of being a psychic medium where she gets the privilege to heal many souls, guide people in their lives, and connect them to loved ones on the other side. Everything she does is intended to heal and spread love and light in the world.April has created courses to teach permanent self-esteem and inner peace. As well as a tarot card mastery and developing psychic ability course. April also serves on a weekly Echkart Tolle spiritual panel and has been a guest on many webinars, masterminds, and podcasts. All with the intent to help heal as many souls as she can in one lifetime.Connect with AprilEmail: [email protected] Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/soulesstentialshealingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulessentialshealing/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/soulessentialshealing/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb_eLiKPj_jER31QQ5BqItQTwitter: https://twitter.com/amgaines718Linktree hub of all the URLs: https://linktr.ee/soulessentialshealing Connect with Gemma Serenity Gorokhoff, the host of Real Talk Real Women Breaking the Silence Around Abuse https://gemmaserenity.com Do you care about getting featured on this podcast?Apply here: https://apply.realtalk-realwomen.com Support the podcast and its mission; become a sponsor or a supporter.Learn more here: https://sponsors.realtalk-realwomen.comSource webpage with picture, format, and more links:https://www.realtalk-realwomen.com/e/finding-inner-peace-with-april-gaines/ Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Jennifer’s introduction and bioJennifer Jayne is a Success Coach and the Founder of Fempreneur Collective, a company that helps women in business share their stories through content and community connections. Originally from Toronto, Jennifer is passionate about encouraging women business owners to elevate their platform and thrive in their entrepreneurial journeys.With over a decade of experience as a blogger and digital entrepreneur, Jennifer loves supporting entrepreneurs as a business coach and social media manager. As a success coach, Jennifer works one-on-one with her clients to define and meet their goals so they can experience success on their own terms. Just a few of the ways she does this is by diving deep into core values - both personal and brand, breaking down the "shoulds" of success and creating simple success metrics that align with her client's success impact map.In her spare time, Jennifer loves to get lost in a good book. She's a passionate crafter, particularly with sewing and hand embroidery, and is a proud Mom to her four rescues - two dogs and two cats!Connect with JenniferFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejenniferjayne/Instagram 1: https://www.instagram.com/thejenniferjayne/Instagram 2: https://www.instagram.com/fempreneur.co/Current website: https://fempreneurco.comThe initial website from 2010 to 2020: https://busybeingjennifer.comEmail: [email protected] of our episode* Jennifer Jayne experienced verbal, mental, financial, and medical abuse in a relationship with a narcissist for 10 years* She had no access to a bank account, medical care, or a currently valid driver's license* She was able to build a lifestyle business and make friends through the Internet while in the relationship* A friend asked her if she was happy and another friend witnessed the verbal abuse and told her it was not okay* A stranger in Canada told her that what she experienced were domestic violence and human trafficking* She was able to escape Texas and drive to Toronto in Canada with the help of several of her friends and her mother* Jennifer Jayne started blogging in 2010 when she moved to Texas, re-upcycling items and sharing her creative adventures* She grew her business by doing virtual assistant (VA) work and social media management, working 12-18 hours a day to feel safe* She left Texas with a suitcase and a bin of computer stuff, leaving her two dogs behind* She started her business from scratch in Canada, coaching and doing social media management* She focuses on core values and creating a success impact map to help her clients understand what success looks and feels like* Celebrating accomplishments is important, and can involve taking a break from the computer, getting some water, and getting some vitamin D and sunshine* Jennifer Jayne discussed the importance of breaking down core values to a microscopic level in order to create an impact success map.* Gemma Serenity Gorokhoff advised the audience to rewind and listen to the prompts shared by Jennifer, and then answer them for themselves.* Jennifer encouraged people to connect with her on Instagram at @thejenniferjayne and on her platform Fempreneur Collective, where she connects women with opportunities to talk about what makes them uniquely magical.* Her email address is [email protected].* Gemma thanked Jennifer for being a beacon of guidance and opening up possibilities for those listening. Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Gresson’s short bioGresson currently has an office job as a profession but has always known that she had a bigger role to play in this world. She is convinced that she is able to teach something and inspire and motivate others and that she had to learn valuable lessons first in order to get to her own wisdom and inner power. The time has come to share the knowledge and wisdom through her own experience and to step into her life purpose. People around her always have known her as the shy and quiet type. It’s about time to get her full potential out. Through the process of spiritual awakening, she has found herself and she can maintain that balance by working with our energies.Gresson thought she had to hide her Filipino identity because of people’s opinions around her. She was always perceived as “too much.” During her healing journey, she discovered that she inherited Filipino energy. She resonated more with Filipino culture and values. She managed to turn her pain into purpose and realized she didn’t have to hide her true identity anymore. She learned how to embrace her loving, caring, and intense energy. We all should be able to be our true selves, find our own uniqueness and create our own paths.In our lives, we get tested many times, and Gresson found out that she has always been guided by the Universe in everything she did. She knows that everything has happened the way it was supposed to. Those challenges have turned her from Chrysalis into the beautiful Butterfly she is today, sharing her light and working with energy.Connect with GressonFacebook profile: https://www.facebook.com/gretchen.peifferFacebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Sharingmylightbook/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gressonpeiffer_author/Amazon author’s page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B097YL1Y33/aboutWebsite: https://sharing-my-light.com/ Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Janine McJannet’s introductionAlmost born in a taxicab, Janine McJannet has spent the better part of her life figuring out what the impact of growing up as an Adult Child of Alcoholics has had in her life. Living in a toxically chaotic household with alcoholic parents is where Janine’s beliefs were created, keeping her feeling unseen, unheard, insignificant, and unloved for many decades. Thank goodness she answered one of her wake-up calls!Janine now shares her passion for breaking the cycle of family dysfunction through her work as an Integrative Health Coach, Rapid Transformational Therapist, Hypnotherapist, Speaker & Poet. Janine specializes in women’s empowerment and plays, realizing that life is short, and we all need to enjoy as much of it as we can, with whom we want to, every single day, regardless of our childhood trauma.By focusing on confidence, habits & beliefs, Janine helps women people pleasers and Adult Children recognize and turn their subconscious fears into conscious freedom, by releasing the tenacious childhood stories that have held them captive in their own prison of complacency. Janine is often appreciated for her exciting energy, her passion for transformation, and her incredible transformational tools, leaving them feeling liberated, independent, and whole. Janine is the founder of the Soul Empowerment Lounge & Playground, where women come to feel connected and celebrate through a variety of hypnotherapy, coaching programs, masterclasses, soul challenges & events, guest interviews, and poetry ... and through her beloved inner child poetry.Connect with JanineWebsite: www.janinemcjannet.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/JanineMcJannetSoul Empowerment Lounge (FB): https://www.facebook.com/groups/soulempowermentloungeSoul Empowerment Playground (Mighty Networks): https://bit.ly/Soul-Empowerment-PlaygroundFree: Magical Morning Habit Tracker: https://bit.ly/Tracker-HabitFree: 3-Day Self-Care Challenge: https://bit.ly/Soul-Empowerment-PlaygroundWatch Janine’s video episode on YouTube Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

How to Keep Your Secret and Live Free from Shame with Gina Nelson, The Secret Keeper CoachCo-author of the RISING AFTER ABUSE anthology, Gina Nelson's story is found in chapter #14Buy the anthology in Kindle, Paperback, or Hardcover formats directly on Amazon: https://a.co/d/8xvNs7H Gina Nelson’s bioLearning how to navigate the world of our personal secrets can be intimidating, overwhelming, and confusing. Societies are lacking tools for our toolboxes.To fill this need, Gina Nelson, created a roadmap for healthy secret-keeping that advances our understanding and then can be shared with the next generation.These tools build awareness, and self-compassion, and maintain wellness in body, mind, and spirit, creating more room for our much-deserved joy-seeking.Gina Nelson's role in the world community is to support, educate, and empower others to heal from the pain of their secrets. Her life mission is to support adults and children who feel burdened by their secrets and to offer tools for healthy secret-keeping.For over 20 years, Gina has been honoring secret keepers, like herself, by developing these needed options which help secret keepers begin healing long before they are ready to share their secrets.She wished she had these skills instead of carrying the heavy burden of her secrets for decades following the long-term sexual and emotional abuse she endured as an adolescent. The weight and effect these secrets had on her physical, mental, and emotional development over the decades affected her life in countless ways.Gina is a certified Body-Mind Counselor (BMC), Energy Healing Therapist (EHT), and Usui Reiki Practitioner. She is a 2006 graduate of Nine Gates Mystery School.She works virtually and in person with individuals and groups through her business, Nurture 3 Healing.Children and adults have felt safe, seen, and supported and feel hopeful, empowered, and more integrated after working with Gina. A few passions of her practice are trauma healing, honoring our stories, cultivating self-compassion, health crisis relief, and exploring limiting beliefs.She supports mothers, women, and survivors to regain and realign mind/body/spiritual balance. She offers popular in-person and virtual workshops on Healthy Secret Keeping, Grace Hunting, Joy Seeking, rejuvenating mini-retreats, and nurture nightsfor groups. Her healthy secret-keeping classes for children, prepare the next generation to manage their secrets from an early age. She runs The Secret Keeper Society, a virtual space that builds awareness, education, and community about the effects and choices of secret keeping.Gina is a dynamic motivational speaker and coach. She is an advocate for abuse survivors and is an active member of Oregon Abuse Advocates and Survivors in Service (OAASIS). She is an award-winning author of, “Becoming a Girl Powerhouse”, where she and other authors share their trauma to triumph stories.Gina has a B.A. in Painting and Drawing and has been a practicing artist for over 25 years. She is a muralist, painting instructor, and performance artist.She is a prolific poet and painter and is commissioned to create healing poetry and meaningful vision paintings for others.Gina considers herself a Grace Hunter and a Joy Seeker. She lives in Portland, Oregon with her husband, son, and their two dogs who point them all toward joy. Look for her ground-breaking book on Healthy Secret Keeping. Connect with GinaOn her website: https://nurture3healing.com/By email: [email protected] Alignable, the local network for referrals and recommendations, for real networking and connections: https://www.alignable.com/mt-tabor-portland-or/nurture-3-healing-the-energy-of-secrets Connect with Gemma Serenity Gorokhoff, the host of Real Talk Real Women Breaking the Silence Around Abuse https://gemmaserenity.com Do you care about getting featured on this podcast?Apply here: https://apply.realtalk-realwomen.com Support the podcast and its mission; become a sponsor or a supporter.Learn more here: https://sponsors.realtalk-realwomen.com Source webpage with picture, format, and more links:https://www.realtalk-realwomen.com/e/keep-secret-live-free-from-shame-gina-nelson/ Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Ever feel like an imposter? Or maybe even like you are no longer fired up about life like you're living on a hamster wheel repeating the motions day in and day out? Shā Sparks is an energetic catalyst and fearless communicator who sparks leaders in transition, who are unclear, go from fear to fired up about their life and business. Through her renowned Spark Your Alpha program, Shā’s audiences and clients experience more confidence, amplified emotional intelligence, and the spark that ignites their fearless action. Also, she provides an all-inclusive host for hire, podcast in a box service called Spark Your VOICE, and Podcasts to Publications.As the CEO (Chief Excitement Officer) of Sparks of Fire International, she hosts The Power of Investing in People Podcast, is the author of How to Get Your Voice Back, is a Certified Fearless Living Coach and Trainer, and the Co-Founder of the FIRESTARTERS Book Project. “Auntie Shā-Shā” to all of her friends’ kids, she is also an expert dog sitter and a rookie kayaker. Most importantly, Shā wants to inspire others to move confidently through change so they can step into their FIRE power!Her motto is when we share our own lessons learned of overcoming obstacles, we ignite a tiny spark of hope, love, connection, and community in other people. And when we ignite that spark, the whole world lights up.Connect with ShāLearn more about Shā on her website at: www.shasparks.comShā is also at the origin of an anthology, a book series called “FIRESTARTERS book project: How to Rekindle your Kindness” Connect with her to discover how you too can get published!#FIRESTARTERS Book Project: www.firestartersbookproject.com3 main social media channels:LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sha-sparks Facebook: www.facebook.com/shalia.sparks/ www.facebook.com/iamshasparks Instagram: www.instagram.com/iamshasparks and her podcast/show!!The Power of Investing in People podcast: Available everywhere you listen to your podcasts, as well as over here: Apple: https://apple.co/3C678mdSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3sAfrmX iHeart: https://ihr.fm/3IGzxl9 YouTube: www.youtube.com/shasparksWatch the video recording of Shā Sparks’ episode on YouTubeand here is Shā Sparks’ testimonial after having been on the show: Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Monica’s short bioMonica Braun is an International Relationship Coach for single men and women. She founded Soul to Soul Coaching to help support single men and women living a soul-centered life within their relationships. Inspired by the lessons that she learned from dating, she developed an Intentional Dating and Discernment Coaching Package that she implemented in her own personal life to go from toxic to soulmate.She is now living happily ever after with her special person.Connect with MonicaWebsite: www.monicamariebraun.comThis is the link to Monica’s freebie - the companion for her book https://monicamariebraun.com/free-resources/on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soulfuldatingcoachon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monicabraun_soultosoulcoaching/on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/monicabraun28/Get Monica’s book on Amazon: Watch Monica’s video interview Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Brenda B. Bailey, known as Your Revenue Accelerator, with 13 Integrative Healing certifications has operated a 7 figure business and has been an entrepreneur for 31 years. Having overcome emotional, mental, physical, and sexual abuse in her own life, Brenda saw for herself and others the direct correlation between abuse and lack in business and life.She’s blended her practical experience as a successful entrepreneur along with her Integrative Healing practices that allow people to have quick income transformations in her Elevate to Accelerate and Electrical Expansion Programs.Brenda’s work in the world is to help you break down the barriers to help you heal and get into your true zone of genius, serve the people who need your gifts, and make lots of money doing it!Brenda B. Bailey, known as Your Revenue Accelerator, with 13 Integrative Healing certifications has operated a 7 figure business and has been an entrepreneur for 31 years. She’s blended her practical experience as a successful entrepreneur along with her Integrative Healing practices that allow people to have quick income transformations in her Elevate to Accelerate and SRC4U Programs.Brenda’s work in the world is to help you break down the barriers to help you heal and get into your true zone of genius, serve the people who need your gifts, and make lots of money doing it!Connect with Brenda B. BaileyHere is Brenda’s main website: https://www.BrendaBBailey.com/Download a free treat at www.FreedomThruForgiveness.comSchedule a time to chat with Brenda and discover more about how she can help you transcend and heal your traumas, or just move on with your life and full speed ahead: www.ChatWithBrendaB.comTo experience a FREE experience with the SRC4U software: https://bit.ly/SRC4UliveWatch the video recording of Brenda B Bailey on YouTube Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Elizabeth’s first experience with abuse was at the age of 15 when she was with a 21-year-old. The abuse continued when they got back together at 18 and had a daughter together. The daughter's father was even more dangerous and left her partially disabled after an assault. He would torture her in the bathroom for hours, leading her to become addicted to the pain medication prescribed by doctors. He even choked her to the point where her windpipe would collapse, causing her to have difficulty breathing for a year after he left.She sought help from a battered women's shelter, but they turned her away despite having two beds available after the police warned that her situation could put other women in danger. The bed was given to another woman who was not even physically abused but had her car kicked by a man. She then turned to drug dealers for protection and encountered dangerous sociopathic predatory men. Eventually, she ended up in prison. She witnessed and experienced violence against women. Shockingly, 70% of women in prison have experienced some form of domestic violence or sexual assault before even going to prison.This is the reality for many women in America after being failed by society, as the country has the highest rate of incarceration in the world, and the number of incarcerated women is constantly growing. Despite all of this, she managed to find a way to heal and rebuild herself from scratch. She painted murals in prison and started an environmentally friendly clothing brand that features her artwork in plus sizes. Elizabeth Mikotowicz’s mission is to make women feel stunning and empowered, so much so that they could face any challenge and come out victorious. Her brand represents her journey of self-healing, as she inspires other women who have been through similar struggles to prevail over abuse.Connect with Elizabeth Mikotowiczemail address: [email protected]: https://www.instagram.com/EPM_art_1111/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@epm_art_1111Twitter: https://twitter.com/EPM_art_1111clothing website: https://www.legaleriste.com/en/elizabeth.mikotowicz Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Jill’s introductionJill Barnett Kaufman prevailed over domestic abuse after having watched her father who was an alcoholic treat her mother poorly and then being in a 20-year marriage with someone who was emotionally abusive to her. Her divorce was traumatic for several reasons, and although it's hard to talk about, she knows it's important to help others in similar situations.Jill is a Licensed Therapist, Divorce Coach, Author, and Co-parenting Expert with over 20 years of experience. She started out after college in finance and after she had her first child started teaching parenting classes. She founded an organization called FEMALE, a support and advocacy group for mothers. She received the Eva M. Collins Award for excellence in substance abuse education and prevention in the Princeton community. She's also a trained divorce mediator.After going through her own difficult divorce in 2012, she made it her mission to help others have a better experience. She authored the transformative book entitled, “I’m Getting Divorced, Now What? A guide to navigating divorce with clarity so that you come out stronger!“ The book is the basis for her Thriving Through Divorce Group Coaching Program. This supportive community provides a framework for accountability, momentum, and ongoing motivation so that group members can exceed their goals and positively move forward in their lives.Jill lives in New Jersey for half of the year and Colorado for half of the year. She’s the mother of three adult children and three adult stepchildren.Connect with Jill Barnett KaufmanWebsite: www.divorcecoachjill.comEmail address: [email protected] 8 Guidelines for Separated and Divorced Parents: https://go.divorcecoachjill.com/8guidelineFree Facebook Group - Separation and Divorce Support Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/separationanddivorcesupportcommunityInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcecoachjill/Watch the video recording of Jill’s episode on Real Talk Real Women Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Danielle Green’s introductionDanielle Green is an award-winning creator in the fashion, beauty, lifestyle, and wedding industries. She is a branding consultant with a niche in art direction under her own agency and master photographer and owner of L A Y E R S, an adventure photography company based in the United States. You can see her work in numerous publications including Southern Living, Martha Stewart, British Vogue and Brides magazines to name a few. Green is an advocate, lobbyist and abuse survivor featured in the Netflix docuseries, The Most Hated Man on the Internet, where she tells her own horrific story of image-based sexual abuse previously called revenge porn. She is the founder of Victor by Danielle Green, a streetwear and activewear fashion collection dedicated to the empowerment of victims of abuse and systematic oppression. Green will continue to use her platform as a way to provide truth in storytelling, influence modern legislation and advocate for abuse survivors in an effort to provide hope for a world in need of strong voices creating change. Many news outlets have covered her story, her fashion line and the message behind it including The Tamron Hall Show, Rolling Stone, Yahoo Life, Today, Psychology in Seattle, Women Power Podcast and The Crime Report.Her current project in the photography education tech space is in the development stages with announcements coming soon. Investor inquiries are welcome to preview Green’s pre-seed app startup pitch deck.Connect with DanielleVictor by Danielle Green: https://daniellegreen.co/Danielle Green: https://www.instagram.com/itsdaniellegreen/LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/danielle.greenBranding consultant: https://daniellegreenconsulting.com/Photography: https://www.layersphoto.com/Sign the petition Danielle started to enact federal legislation against IBSA:https://www.change.org/p/demand-us-congress-to-criminalize-image-based-sexual-abuse-previously-revenge-porn Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

We've all been touched by abuse, whether it happened to us personally, or we've witnessed it in our families or among friends. Today, we're walking this painful path but we're not doing it alone. Our trusty guide is Dr. Christine Jordan, a natural doctor and philosophy doctor whose personal journey from experiencing abuse to profound healing is nothing short of inspirational. She uses unconventional but impactful methods like electrodermal screening, herbs, oils, and homeopathic remedies to alter neural pathways and DNA, offering a fresh start for those living as the shadow of themselves.But healing isn't a one-size-fits-all process, and Dr. Jordan is well aware of this, bringing a variety of techniques to the table. This is where the power of dance, binaural beat music, yoga, and natural remedies come to play. These aren't just feel-good pastimes; they have the potential to shift our brain chemistry and maintain youthful flexibility in our bodies. When it comes to depression, Dr. Jordan brings out an arsenal of dietary tips, highlighting the significant role our meals play in our mood. Our conversation with Dr. Jordan sheds light on her unique healing methods and offers hope to anyone seeking to regain control over their life. We promise this is a conversation you wouldn't want to miss. Dr. Christine’s introductionDr. Christine comes from a family of healers on both sides. Being raised with no medication and an understanding of how the body heals itself with the proper natural tools and remedies is her lifelong passion.As a well-known and sought-after speaker, she holds many degrees in the healing arts and continues to study. Her Ph.D. degree is in Naturology which is the study of how our internal and external environment affects us. Dr. Christine and her team use EDS (Electro Dermal Screening) to find root causes and remedies that eliminate them. This method is safe, non-invasive, accurate, and effective.Dr. Christine is the founder of the Alternative Healing Clinic in New York and is expanding to Florida now that she bought a home there. Her clients come from all over the planet and typically suffer from chronic conditions. They love how accurate EDS (Electro Dermal Screening) is in determining root causes, and how rapidly they achieve results. Connect with Dr. Christine JordanOn her website: https://www.drchristinejordan.comOn her Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/healingclinicny Or by phone directly: +1 (321) 341 8782 Watch the video recording of Dr. Jordan's episode: https://youtu.be/Q3OuQhjsHYg Do you care about being featured and promoted on Real Talk Real Women Breaking The Silence Around Abuse?If you're a woman, a business owner, or an aspiring entrepreneur who has triumphed over abusive and toxic relationships (ranging from self-abuse to domestic violence), we invite you to make your story heard. At our podcast, we believe in the power of sharing experiences without revealing identities. By going public with your journey, you can inspire others and uplift our audience, giving them hope and strength to break free from the confines of abuse behind closed doors.Apply now at: https://apply.gemmaserenity.com. On a related note, the Global Network of Success (GNS) has launched another show called Uplift! Inspiring Stories to Uplift the World on June 1st, 2023. The application link remains the same for both shows.For Uplift!, we are seeking individuals with inspiring and uplifting stories to share with our audience. Regardless of your gender or background, you can make a positive impact without focusing on personal abuse experiences.Apply now and be part of our journey: https://apply.gemmaserenity.com. Discover more about Uplift! and explore our website at: https://uplift-inspire.com. A few useful keywords: S4E90 Dr. Christine Jordan's Unconventional Root Cause Healing Methods With Food, Herbs, Oils, and more, Dr. Christine Jordan, S4E90, natural ways to heal trauma, Christine Jordan, Christine Jordan: natural ways to heal trauma,s4e90 dr christine Jordan: natural ways to heal trauma,dr Christine Jordan,s4e90, ark: survival evolved, mental health, Christine Jordan, Christine Jordan: natural ways to heal trauma, Abuse, Healing, Bio-Quantum Physics, Dance, Natural Remedies, Depression, Antidepressant Foods, Electrodermal Screening, Homeopathic, Neural Pathways, DNA, Forgiveness, Partner Dancing, Binaural Beat Music, Yoga, Homeopathy, EDS, Ball Chair, Holistic Healing, Natural Knowledge, Recipes Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Jaylala’s storyAs a young girl, I always seemed to get unwanted attention from men, usually much older than myself. Over the years I married and divorced, with another 8-year relationship happening after that. When I decided to get back into the dating scene, it was the time that online dating was just beginning. I was impressed, wow! I thought of so many wonderful men to meet. HaHa. Little did I know the dating world had changed a great deal since my divorce. Online dating turned into a cesspool of shallow, ego-driven, manipulative men that were only interested in one-sided superficial encounters. Instead of getting to know me, the conversation would immediately turn to misogynistic, disparaging sexual remarks about my appearance or their expectations for a date. I am no prude, but a lack of respect and boundaries had me running for the hills. I knew that it was not for me and immediately shut down my accounts. I knew there had to be something better. Have any of you had the same encounters? Many women I know suffer the same experiences. That's when I learned about Tantra. As I dove more into this approach, I realized that sex was not just a physical act, but an emotional, spiritual, and sacred practice. I found there were men that were not closed off to their hearts and souls, respected women, and understood the importance of boundaries and consent. I now have an overall understanding that sex is something that is sacred and I have shut down my online accounts for good. I now practice Tantra as a way of life and teach others the same. Jaylala- Tantra Coach and Sacred Intimacy EducatorSupporting men, women and couples unlocks the magic potential of their own sacred sexuality* Specializing in Spiritual growth, Self-love, Relationship development, Sacred Intimate connections, Sexual trauma, Sex, and Porn Addictions* Guidance for MEN negotiating the sometimes difficult dating and relationship paradigm, assistance with ED, premature ejaculation, healing of trauma, specializing in sexual and porn addictions.* Empowerment for WOMEN with direction to unlock the sensuality of their own bodies and arousal centers, help to heal sexual trauma, and effectively communicate around sex, boundaries, and consent.* Belly Dance instructor for 30+ years guiding women to love their bodies no matter age or size through dance and sensual movement.Connect with JaylalaJaylala is located in Toronto, Ontario, Canadaphone number: +1 (289) 812-2338Hub: https://bio.link/jaylalaWebsite: http://www.torontotantra.ca/jaylala.htmlInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/consciousvibrationshealing/LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaylala-lee-05527732/Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/heartandsoultantraFacebook profile: https://www.facebook.com/janice.lee.9619Twitter: https://twitter.com/Conscious_vibeEmail: [email protected]: https://www.youtube.com/@jaylala6338 Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Stacey has been a healer for 27 years as an RN but after a dramatic near-death experience in April 2021, she was forced to leave western medicine behind and travel down the path of least resistance toward eastern medicine and self-healing.She is now a Best-selling author, Reiki Master, Inner-child expert, Kundalini Meditation Facilitator, Intuitive Medium, and healer.She believes Spirituality, laughter, and Eastern medicine practices saved her life. She has silently battled Mast Cell Activation Disease for over twenty years. A debilitating and chronic "invisible" illness. That she is now successfully in remission. Raising awareness is something she is very passionate about.Her darkest hours have been her greatest teachers. Stacey was determined to find out the root cause of all of her illnesses after she got sick and tired of hearing "it's all in your head" and being misdiagnosed with multiple autoimmune diseases.After healing her unresolved childhood trauma (root cause) and coming off all pharmaceuticals, she is now on a mission to show people how to self-heal, release their own inner child, and teach "broken" souls how to FLY, by (F*****g Loving Yourself) first. Stacey also believes that laughter is the best medicine and has a wicked sense of humor. Stacey knows everyone has a purpose and wants to awaken souls to promote a more empathetic and fun-loving humanity. Join Stacey on a journey of healing through self-love and community.Stacey is living her best life after finding more joy and genuine happiness than she ever imagined possible. She is dedicated and determined to encourage people to acknowledge, process and let their trauma go before it manifests in diseases. While empowering them to speak and live in their truth. Stacey is passionate about raising awareness for MCAD while being an advocate for those not ready to speak their truth. empowering others to speak and live in their truth. Stacey is living proof God loves everyone, most of all, Hot messes.The magic truly is in your mess!Connect with StaceyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/srpiedrahitaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stacey_piedrahita/ Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Maria’s introductionMaria offers a caring and playful coaching approach where clients feel energetically held and empowered to joyfully and confidently blend their families. Maria knows from experience that stepparenting isn’t something you pick up from scrolling the internet or crowdsourcing your friends. She believes that forging a relationship with your stepchild means learning to find your voice as well as hearing theirs.As the daughter of divorced immigrant parents and a stepparent herself, Maria understands blended families' communication and connection challenges and the vital importance of healing pain and preventing further harm by establishing innovative parenting support systems. Through her signature 4-step energy-focused process combined with Rapid Resolution modality, Maria helps families transition from chaos to harmony. She enables stepparents to strengthen their values, foster partner alignment, create trust with stepchildren, and enhance their community with birth families by building on their existing skills, experiences, and strengths. Maria has helped numerous blended families foster more harmonious family dynamics through her VIP Stepparenting Breakthrough support model and her podcast, Synergistic Stepparenting. Connect with MariaWebsite https://synergisticstepparenting.comTo book a complimentary assessment call: https://synergisticstepparenting.com/work-with-maria/Check out the podcast: https://www.synergisticstepparenting.com/podcastSubscribe to Maria’s email list so you don't miss a thing: https://www.synergisticstepparenting.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

3 ways to Harmonize Masculine and Feminine Energies with Special Guest Domina Rose You may refer to me as Domina Rose (Doh-mi-nuh Roh-z), and I categorize myself as a High-Performance Sensual Selling Coach.I thrive in being a lone she-wolf. Independent, driven, ambitious, and a feminine leader. As a Sigma female, I see myself as equal to my colleagues and raise the collective alongside them. ----more---- My mission is to help womxn find their sensuality through their fearless power. Alchemizing outdated indoctrinations into forward-thinking seductive power and owning their rebellious nature to gain independence from the corporate culture and acquire skills to become confident and achieve their goals. ----more---- Co-author of the RISING AFTER ABUSE anthology, Domina's story is found in chapter #16Buy the anthology in Kindle, Paperback, or Hardcover formats directly on Amazon: https://a.co/d/8xvNs7H ----more---- For years I spent my life as a disempowered womxn living life in fear. Being brought up by a man, I learned to suppress my emotions and developed a loss of control over my emotions, and thus, my life because of it. Until I developed maturity within my physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual did I begin to achieve my goals with ease and speed. Never realized until I achieved success that my salvation would be finding and embracing the darkness within. ----more---- Ultimately, I found meaning to what being a womxn with ambition means in this day and age. I know it’s long overdue for womxn to rise together and say goodbye to the outdated indoctrinations of our foremothers and fathers, claim our power as the fearless femme's of our lives, and begin building a life we fantasize about. I believe in guiding you back toward your inner knowing while up-leveling your potential within every step of the journey we walk towards together. In my realm, you get to live abundantly, live life in love, with passion, pleasure, and satisfaction. Domina Rose (formerly known as Domina Eventual) short storyDomina had a long line of physical and emotional abuse from childhood which led her into toxic and verbally abusive relationships. The final straw that broke the camel's back was being in a 5-year relationship with a narcissist. He tore her identity apart and helped her realize her worth. In the process, she found her power as a woman and attracted a man who was the healthiest partner she had been with. They both have become entrepreneurs and are helping each other build their empires through their emotional and mindset support each step of the way.With over 18 years of education in developmental human psychology, Domina has been working with many clients over the years to help them overcome depression and anxiety, regulate their emotions, and become great influencers in their world. After graduating from HCI with her relationship, career, life, and health coaching certifications, she has also studied several different modalities from dominatrix training/power dynamics, and energetics, among others.Now, she works with career-driven Sigma women to help them alchemize their pain, struggles, and challenges into pleasure and power to not only heal themselves but heal their male counterparts to ultimately heal the collective consciousness. The women who come into her realm are women who want more for their lives but are unsure of what steps to take to reclaim their power and femininity as a woman, making them question and doubt themselves. After working with Domina, they stand tall in their power, reclaim their womanly power, and reach higher levels of success they never could imagine were possible for them.Connect with DominaGet her rituals freebie: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/6232a3a64e5181d777e4799fOn her Facebook profile: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560760376691 Connect with Gemma Serenity Gorokhoff, the host of Real Talk Real Women Breaking the Silence Around Abuse https://gemmaserenity.com Do you care about getting featured on this podcast?Apply here: https://apply.realtalk-realwomen.com Support the podcast and its mission; become a sponsor or a supporter.Learn more here: https://sponsors.realtalk-realwomen.com Source webpage with picture, format, and more links:https://www.realtalk-realwomen.com/e/3tips-harmonize-masculine-feminine-domina-rose-eventual/ Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Janet’s short storyJanet was in a destructive, toxic, emotionally, and financially abusive marriage for many years. She lost her confidence, her sparkle, and her sense of self. She became disconnected from her soul. They separated into different countries and Janet became a full-time single mom while he continued to try to control the financial and legal narrative. Janet did her best to heal from past experiences, navigate single mom life with depression and no support, and build a business.She has been a medium her whole life, started learning about crystals and metaphysics in her teens, and has trained in reiki, over a dozen energy healing techniques, massage therapy, holistic health, and coaching, which amounts to over 30 years of training and practice.Janet is the former gothic punk girl with a dragon tattoo who is now a Doc Marten wearing spiritual badass. She is an Intuitive Coach, channeller, energy master, author, and medium. She loves helping women who feel lost, lonely, disconnected, and broken learn to trust, align, connect, and heal so they can fall in love with their souls and their lives.Her purpose is to share her experience, wisdom, gifts, and skills to impact as many lives as possible so that we can change the world through love and light.Connect with JanetWebsite: https://www.janetsandberg.com/Facebook group: http://facebook.com/groups/oraclewisdomFB page: http://facebook.com/janetsandbergintuitiveIG: http://instagram.com/janetsandberg.intuitiveTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sandbergjanet Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Natasha’s bioCoach Natasha endured an abusive relationship from Teenager into Young Adulthood. Due to sheer embarrassment, coupled with guilt and shame, she kept this information to herself. She was too afraid to reach out for help, for fear of retaliation from the abuser.Natasha would go on to earn College Degrees and begin a Professional Career; however, she felt that something was still missing from her life. As such, she began to look back over her life to understand why she chose to be in a relationship with someone of that magnitude, though she always envisioned herself having more out of life. As a result of being coached and digging deep to do the work, she began to understand that there were certain areas of her life that had been and remained broken. She began to mend the broken pieces, understand her self-worth, and create healthy boundaries in her life, which allowed her to heal, grow, and become the Best Version Of Herself.Today, Natasha is a Certified Life Coach who helps Single Women and Single Moms become the Best Version Of Themselves and Elevate To Their Next Personal/Professional Level. She partners with her clients to achieve this through Mindfulness, Healing, and Reclaiming The Power That Lies Within. The result is the breaking of Generational Cycles of Abuse, Lacking Confidence and Self-Love, and Single Mother Households. Natasha's clients are Single Women and Single Moms who have had Physically or Emotionally Absent fathers during their childhood.Connect with NatashaE-mail: [email protected]: https://www.instagram.com/iamcoachnatasha Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Summary of this episodeSandy shares her story of being in an abusive relationship for many years and how she eventually left it. She speaks about how it's easy to become a victim of circumstances and how she was walking on eggshells in her relationship.Sandy also mentioned the importance of putting on your own oxygen mask first before helping others. She also mentioned the importance of being intentional and aware of the flow of life to go with the flow.Sandy mentions red flags and how, when you enter a new relationship, it's easy to put on rose-colored glasses, making everything look okay even when it's not.The kind of abuse that Sandy experienced included being stalked by her ex-partner, and jealousy. After dismissing many of the red flags in her relationship, it took her about 10 attempts to successfully leave her abusive relationship.Her shift from victim to victory occurred when her ex-partner attempted to blow up her house with her and the kids in it, for real. She fled with her children, changing their names and cutting off all contact with family and friends.Thankfully, her dangerous ex-partner is under an indefinite intervention order and served two terms in jail. Sandy learned the hard way to put safety first.ManifestationSandy believes in the power of manifestation and shared a recent story of how she was gifted front-row tickets to a concert! Manifestation works best when you are curious and ask “what if” instead of coming from a place of desperation and need.Sandy recommends writing down a list of what you don’t want in order to uncover what you do want. Trusting yourself again is a journey and Sandy encourages rediscovering your own worth. We all come into the world with the same worth and should value ourselves.Developing a relationship with ourselves is important and can help us tremendously through adversities in life.We are not guaranteed what lies ahead, but valuing ourselves can help us be our best selves and give all we can to help others. — Sandy JohnstonSandy’s short bioSandy Johnston is a survivor of domestic abuse that became life-threatening for herself and her children.She is the founder of The Key to Be Free Transformation Services and the host of the Tiaras Tears and Triumphs podcast.She supports women struggling with the pain, damage, and complexities caused by abusive relationships with a variety of services that enable them to recover, renew and rebuild on the other side so that they can feel whole, secure, and confident with or without a partner. She helps them heal their heart, head, and hip pocket to give them the confidence to find the key to close the door on fearfulness and open the door to new opportunities that align with their values, dreams, and desires.Sandy speaks up about domestic abuse and she is on a mission to help women put their safety first by taking the necessary steps to break free from abusive relationships.Connect with SandyLove & Abundance Guided Meditation: https://www.sandyj.com.au/ Website: https://www.sandyj.com.au/Email: [email protected]: Bellarine Peninsula, Victoria, AustraliaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sandyjohnstonlifetransformationcoachFacebook Group Rise Up with Tiaras Tears and Triumphs https://www.facebook.com/groups/tiarastearsandtriumphs Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Systemic Abuse of Women in Male-Dominated Careers with Dr. Anne Katona LinnAs a young girl, I faced my fair share of adversity and challenges. But hearing Dr. Anne Katona Linn's story of resilience and overcoming childhood trauma, sexual harassment, and navigating male-dominated fields, made me realize that sharing our experiences can have an incredibly empowering impact. In our heartfelt conversation, we explored the systemic abuse of women in male-dominated careers, the impact of trauma on survivors, and the importance of teaching children from a young age to advocate for themselves and establish emotional intelligence.Dr. Anne's wisdom and insight are invaluable to anyone seeking to better understand abuse and its long-lasting effects on survivors. Through her work with schools and organizations, she is dedicated to helping create safe, supportive, and positive environments for children and adults alike. We dove deep into the importance of prevention over reaction when managing behaviors, creating positive climates, and building trauma-informed systems. Her passion for collaboration and connection is evident in the way she works with various groups to create a unified front against some of the most heartbreaking situations imaginable.If you're as inspired as I am by Dr. Anne Katona-Linn, make sure to check out her website, Katona Linn Consulting, for more resources on holistic wellness and practices. Our conversation with Dr. Anne was truly eye-opening, and her dedication to spreading awareness and fostering resilience in others is nothing short of admirable. Don't miss out on this enlightening episode that will leave you feeling informed, empowered, and ready to tackle the challenges that life throws your way.Gemma Serenity Gorokhoff, your host Co-author of the RISING AFTER ABUSE anthology, Dr. Anne Katona Linn's story is found in chapter #9Order your Kindle edition of the anthology here: https://a.co/d/8xvNs7H Dr. Anne Katona Linn’s introductionDr. Anne Katona Linn is a passionate Educational Coach, Speaker, Author, and Leader across the United States. She has dedicated her career to helping schools and communities develop safe, supportive, and positive environments for all.Learning from her own personal experiences with childhood adversity and trauma, she is an outspoken advocate for holistic wellness and has developed a unique set of skills in systems change, special education, school mental health, and trauma-informed/ healing-centered practices that reflect her experiences with over 26 years in the field.Her unique endeavors include a Think Tank with men serving life in prison and reform thought partners and a mentor to youth at a juvenile detention facility.Anne traveled the country and settled back in Pennsylvania where she lives with her husband. She spends her time with family and at their camper near the Lehigh River where she and her husband enjoy whitewater stand-up paddling (SUP).Connect with Dr. AnneOn her website: www.katonalinnconsulting.comBy email: [email protected] phone: 570-854-9144On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anne.katona.linn Buy Dr. Anne Katona Linn's booksAmazon.com: Dr. Anne Katona Linn: books, biography, latest updatehttps://www.amazon.com/stores/Dr.-Anne-Katona-Linn/author/B0BXMR22BQ Connect with Gemma Serenity Gorokhoff, the host of Real Talk Real Women Breaking the Silence Around Abuse https://gemmaserenity.com Do you care about getting featured on this podcast?Apply here: https://apply.realtalk-realwomen.com Support the podcast and its mission; become a sponsor or a supporter.Learn more here: https://sponsors.realtalk-realwomen.comSource webpage with picture, format, and more links:https://www.realtalk-realwomen.com/e/systemic-abuse-of-women-in-male-dominated-careers-with-anne-katona-linn/ Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Kacie’s BioMy journey started nearly 6 years ago when my nan passed away on the anniversary of my mom’s passing.The brick wall my brain put up after my mum passed away when I was 14 years old came crumbling down.All the emotions I stored from the age of 14 came to the surface, I then realized I had no memories of my childhood, a survival pattern our brain does to cope with a traumatic event. I was in an industry that was mentally and physically tough and as a result, I completely lost myself and I was letting others dictate how I would feel and think about myself. I had to heal my gut and I fell in love with gut health, the gut-brain connection, and finding the root cause.I then found the tools and techniques that completely changed the game for me, and I became:Master Certified Coach of Neuro Transformation TherapyMaster Certified Practitioner of Neuro Transformation TherapyMaster Certified Practitioner of Timeline Transformation TherapyNow I help women and men release blocked and stored emotions from past trauma to become confident and in control of their emotions and well-being. I strive to find the root cause of everyone.Connect with KacieWebsite: https://kaciechatercoaching.com/homepage56841062Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kacie.chater/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaciechater/ Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Michelle’s introductionMichelle Jewsbury is an international philanthropist, speaker, author, and breakthrough coach. In May 2014, she took her first humanitarian trip to Guatemala, where she volunteered at an orphanage on the Rio Dulce. In 2015, she served as Vice President for Young Vision Africa, a nonprofit organization that encourages young leaders in Sierra Leone to make lasting changes in their country. Michelle left Young Vision Africa in August 2016 to focus her efforts on ending domestic violence after surviving a 4-year abusive relationship herself.Michelle wrote, produced, and performed a critically acclaimed play about her experience entitled But I Love Him. She has since completed and published a personal memoir of the same title. In July 2017, Michelle founded Unsilenced Voices, a 501(c)3 nonprofit that empowers survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking to live safe, happy lives using financial assistance, community education, and revolutionary blockchain technology. Today, Unsilenced Voices serves communities in the United States, Ghana, Rwanda, and Sierra Leone.Connect with MichelleWebsite: www.unsilencedvoices.orgInstagram: www.instagram.com/unsilencedvoicesTwitter: www.twitter.com/unsilencevoicesSubscribe to the newsletter: http://eepurl.com/dcZD3r Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Enlightened Conversation with Special Guest Tina DexterMeet Tina Dexter, a woman who has personally experienced a wide range of difficult life experiences including abuse, addiction, teenage pregnancy, homelessness, being a single mom, and medical health issues. Despite these challenges, Tina is passionate about reaching the hearts of others through divine intervention and spreading truths through a multifaceted group of services.Tina's message is one of hope and empowerment, as she encourages victims of abuse hiding in plain sight to empower themselves and have compassion and love for themselves. She emphasizes the importance of listening to one's gut instinct and intuition, rather than what society tells us. She advises us to focus on what is right in front of us, rather than worrying about the past or future, and to take care in choosing people to surround ourselves with, as they can either add to the negativity or hold space for us.Tina encourages people to take a step back and look at a situation from a higher perspective and advises us to not label ourselves as victims, as it will trap us in a cage.Today, Tina joins us in conversation with Gemma Serenity Gorokhoff to discuss the power of healing, both personally and professionally.Sit back, relax, and join us as we explore Tina's journey and the enlightening lessons she's learned along the way.Co-author of the RISING AFTER ABUSE anthology, Tina's story is found in chapter #19Buy the anthology in Kindle, Paperback, or Hardcover formats on Amazon: https://a.co/d/eb4KH7g Tina’s bioAfter a lifetime of abuse, a period of addictions, teenage pregnancy, a dark period of homelessness, being a single mom, a registered nurse, continuing to push her way to achieve her Ph.D. in Psychology, failed marriages, medical health issues, misdiagnoses, mental health struggles, career changes, discovering she is a descendant of The Tuatha Dé Danann ancient beings of Ireland, searching for her true purpose and many more life challenges... Tina has personally lived a magical life with every lifestyle imaginable throughout her journey. Through the darkness, Tina has found her light. Tina's passion is to reach the hearts of others through divine intervention & spreading truth through a multifaceted group of services that enlightens and warms the hearts of all within her path. She has chosen to share her story in hopes to inspire others. Currently, she is learning several modalities within the holistic world of healing. She is also on her journey to receiving her Ph.D. in Psychology to help align both the secular and spiritual worlds together to integrate all forms of knowledge to help heal, educate, and enlighten people around the world. Utilizing her life experiences and a wealth of knowledge within multiple industries, Tina engages with people who she is led to through her natural gifts and talents in hopes to help others break free from the cages they have unconsciously placed around themselves.Tina’s favorite topics you can ask her aboutEnlightenment of The Mind, Body & SoulOrganic eating and the relationship to gut & mental healthAll forms of abuseBreaking down of the psyche & egoRelationship between trauma and physical & mental healthIntuitive ways of approaching lifeLiving life in Light & LoveSelf-love & compassionTurning darkness into light withinChakrasPrograms to enlighten your lifeAnimal WhispererCrystal & Energy healing modalitiesLearning to use your own discernmentWays to balance your energy fieldConnect with Tina DexterWebsite www.nliteend.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinadexter1Email: [email protected] Connect with Gemma Serenity Gorokhoff, the host of Real Talk Real Women Breaking the Silence Around Abuse https://gemmaserenity.com Do you care about getting featured on this podcast?Apply here: https://apply.realtalk-realwomen.com Support the podcast and its mission; become a sponsor or a supporter.Learn more here: https://sponsors.realtalk-realwomen.comSource webpage with picture, format, and more links:https://www.realtalk-realwomen.com/e/englightened-conversation-tina-dexter/ Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Differently-Abled Wonderwoman Arlyn Smith, shares her struggles and triumphsArlyn Smith is a differently-abled body-builder, weight-lifter, inspirational speaker who, after a suicide attempt gone wrong, transformed her life to now spreading love, light, peace, hope, and inspiration.Co-author of the RISING AFTER ABUSE anthology, Arlyn's story is found in chapter #12Buy the anthology in Kindle, Paperback, or Hardcover formats directly on Amazon: https://a.co/d/8xvNs7H Episode’s summaryArlyn Smith is a differently-abled bodybuilder, weightlifter, and inspirational speaker who overcame self-abuse and transformed her lifeAfter one of her numerous suicide attempts, she was unable to move or speak for an entire yearShe learned that in life, you only get out what you put in and that if you don't give it your all, you will never know what good could have happenedArlyn has turned her life around in amazing ways, including becoming a published author, and an inspirational speaker and she is nominated and internationally ranked in body-builder contestsArlyn encourages others to deliberately choose to love themselves and to be good to themselves and others Connect with ArlynOn her Facebook profile: https://www.facebook.com/arlynsmithOn her Instagram personal profile: https://www.instagram.com/alusmith/On her Instagram couple profile with her fiancé Steve Alexy: https://www.instagram.com/the.wonderduo/ On the Instagram profile of her fiancé Steve Alexy: https://www.instagram.com/stevethefitone/On her blog: http://www.1derduo.com/Buy another anthology where she wrote a chapter: https://a.co/d/8gBxUW3 Connect with Gemma Serenity Gorokhoff, the host of Real Talk Real Women Breaking the Silence Around Abuse https://gemmaserenity.com Do you care about getting featured on this podcast?Apply here: https://apply.realtalk-realwomen.com Support the podcast and its mission; become a sponsor or a supporter.Learn more here: https://sponsors.realtalk-realwomen.com Source webpage with picture, format, and more links:https://www.realtalk-realwomen.com/e/s4e80-differently-abled-wonderwoman-arlyn-smith-shares-her-struggles-and-triumphs/ Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Uncoupling Love with Tanja Diamond: Discover the Hidden Truths About Love and AbuseExplore the incredible journey of Tanja Diamond, a survivor of child abuse and trauma, who miraculously survived a suicide attempt that transformed her life.With over 50,000 hours of healing studies, Tanja shares insights into autism, the complexities of love, and how to uncouple love from unhealthy couple dynamics that are akin to domestic violence or domestic abuse.Learn about her innovative healing methods and the importance of understanding trauma while navigating relationships.This powerful conversation reveals the nuances of love and healing, leaving listeners contemplating their own definitions of love.Co-author of the RISING AFTER ABUSE anthology, Tanja's story is found in chapter #6Tanja’s bioTanja, a sensitive and autistic child, suffered sexual abuse, neglect, and emotional abandonment by an alcoholic Dad and a chemically unstable Mother. Psoriasis at 10 and several severe traumatic injuries further served to isolate her. A nervous breakdown in her teens led her to spiral into self-destruction putting a gun to her head and pulling the trigger. Rather than dying, she received a gift that set her on a quest to transform her life.Since then, she has studied over 50,000 hours of esoteric, holistic, and allopathic healing modalities and apprenticed with powerful healers worldwide, including a Tantra master. In the last 37+, her visionary work in healing and optimizing the nervous system boasts a 99% success rate in transforming trauma and unwanted behaviors and has impacted over 82K people in 60 countries.Tanja is a four-time #1 International best-selling author and the innovator of three highly effective and successful personal development programs, Modern Tantra – The Seven Tantras of Integrated Intelligence, High-Speed Evolution- The Five Evolutions to Life Mastery and Recover Your Life in 20 Minutes a day. She certifies personal development coaches in her programs.Connect with TanjaEmail: [email protected] profile: https://www.facebook.com/tanja.diamond/,Website: https://recoverurlife.com/Free gift 6-part video training on resolving your trauma symptoms https://recoverurlife.com/free-video/Tanja's Amazon Author Central page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0039SXPMU/allbooksConnect with Gemma Serenity Gorokhoff, the host of Real Talk Real Women Breaking the Silence Around Abuse https://gemmaserenity.com Do you care about getting featured on this podcast?Apply here: https://apply.realtalk-realwomen.com Support the podcast and its mission; become a sponsor or a supporter.Learn more here: https://sponsors.realtalk-realwomen.comSource webpage with picture, format, and more links:https://www.realtalk-realwomen.com/e/s4e79-uncoupling-love-with-tanja-diamond/ Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Danita’s introductionDanita is a leading women's health and fitness expert who is dedicated to helping women achieve their fitness goals and improve their overall health. She is the founder of the world-renowned women's health brand, Booty Bands & Barbells, and has been successfully helping women for the past 20 years.Danita's expertise lies in reducing the Aging Weight-Gain, Sculpting and Toning, and helping women regain confidence with her Busy Booty Blueprint. Her work has positively impacted the lives of over 700k women and continues to do so.In addition to her work with Booty Bands & Barbells, Danita is a certified personal trainer, an NQ Bikini Competitor, and a highly sought-after speaker who specializes in women's mindset and health. Her passion for empowering women to take charge of their health and wellness has made her a popular and influential figure in the fitness industry.Through her work, Danita inspires women to live healthier, more active lives and helps them achieve their fitness goals. Her expertise, coupled with her unwavering commitment to her client's success, has earned her a well-deserved reputation as one of the most trusted and respected figures in the industry.Connect with Danita, founder of Booty Bands & Barbells Facebook https://www.facebook.com/bootybandsofficialInstagram https://www.instagram.com/bootybandsofficial/TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@bootybandsofficialYouTube https://www.youtube.com/@BootyBandsLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/booty-bands-barbells/Website https://bootybands.com/Podcast https://lnns.co/VHKpGmRuA8W Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Breaking Free from Abuse: The Overcoming Queen’s Path to Personal Freedom with Carolyn ParkerMeet Overcoming Queen Carolyn Parker, Heart-Led Author of "From A Place Called SHAME", co-author of "Beautifully Broken" and "The Secrets of 99 Successful Women" available everywhere books are sold Co-author of the RISING AFTER ABUSE anthology, Carolyn's story is found in chapter #8 Today, we're thrilled to welcome the incredible Carolyn Parker, aka the Overcoming Queen, as she shares her powerful journey of escaping abuse and rebuilding her self-belief. Listen in as Carolyn opens up about her loving upbringing, the mental health challenges her family faced, and how these experiences led her down a path of seeking escape, ultimately landing her in two different toxic relationships. Carolyn reveals how her own mental health crisis and the discovery of personal development and growth mindset played a pivotal role in her healing process. Through the power of affirmations and recognizing her self-limiting beliefs, Carolyn was able to free herself from the chains of abuse. Join us for this inspiring conversation as Carolyn shares her story of overcoming adversity and how she's now using her experiences to help others find hope and healing. Make sure to purchase and read her memoir named "From a Place Called Shame," available everywhere books are sold, as she turns her past trials and taboos into talking points for the present, offering hope for the future. Carolyn's short bioCarolyn Parker, also known as The Overcoming Queen, is a survivor of domestic abuse who is now a heart-led author, personal development advocate, and founder of Restoring Self-Belief. Her journey began in 2002 when she fell into a toxic relationship with a younger man during a mental health crisis. Unaware of the signs of domestic abuse, Carolyn did not recognize the progressive coercive control she was experiencing until it escalated to a life-threatening point. After several attempts to leave, she finally ended the relationship in 2005. In 2006, Carolyn met her second abuser. Though the pattern of abuse was different, there was still an undercurrent of control. It wasn't until 2013 that she realized things were not going to improve and instructed him to leave. Despite her challenges, Carolyn qualified as a chartered physiotherapist in 1980 and worked in several NHS hospitals before and between having her two daughters. After suffering a nervous breakdown, she established a private care support business as a sole trader in 2011, which she still runs today.Carolyn's life changed in 2019 when she discovered the power of personal development and a growth mindset. She founded Restoring Self Belief to share these tools and strategies with a broader audience through social media and personal coaching. When COVID-19 lockdowns began in 2020, Carolyn took the opportunity to write a chapter in a collaborative book and record a podcast episode about her journey, leading her to discover a hidden talent for heart-led writing. She has since contributed to other books, including Beautifully Broken, which launched in October 2022.Carolyn's debut memoir, From a Place Called Shame, was released in November 2022.Through her work, Carolyn's mission is to turn the trials and taboos of her past into talking points that give others hope for the future. She aims to write and speak about these often-avoided topics to increase awareness, understanding, and acceptance of those who often suffer in silence. With her personal coaching and heart-led writing, Carolyn inspires others to overcome their own challenges and lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.Connect with CarolynGet yourself some swag and other merchandise designed by Carolyn Parker https://www.redbubble.com/people/selfbelief/shop?asc=uSupport the artist by getting more merchandise with flower art https://www.redbubble.com/people/freedom-arts/shop?asc=u Connect with Carolyn on her Facebook profile: https://www.facebook.com/carolyn.parker.161and on her Facebook fan page: https://www.facebook.com/carolynjaneparkerInstagram gallery: https://www.instagram.com/restoringselfbeliefTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@carolynparker_books4u Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/CarolynPAuthor Stay up to date with her LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/RestoringSelfBelief Buy Carolyn Parker's books published on Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0BSVMQMBH/about Connect with Gemma Serenity Gorokhoff, the host of Real Talk Real Women Breaking the Silence Around Abuse https://gemmaserenity.com Do you care about getting featured on this podcast?Apply here: https://apply.realtalk-realwomen.com Support the podcast and its mission; become a sponsor or a supporter.Learn more here: https://sponsors.realtalk-realwomen.comSource webpage with picture, format, and more links:https://www.realtalk-realwomen.com/e/freeing-yourself-from-abuse-carolyn-parker/ Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Lynda’s introductionShe ran away at 5 years old and was gone an entire week. Why? Growing up with a raging alcoholic father caused her to decide she didn't want to live in that environment. She came home riddled with fears and, in turn, became a people-pleaser.At age 51, she decided to face one fear every day for an entire year. In doing so, she gained an exorbitant amount of confidence and now uses what she learned to fulfill her mission of empowering 5 million women and men to write their stories.Lynda Sunshine West is the Founder and CEO of Action Takers Publishing, a Speaker, 17 Times #1 International Bestselling and Award-Winning Author, Executive Film Producer, and Red Carpet Interviewer.Connect with LyndaWebsite www.actiontakerspublishing.comIMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm10751926/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndasunshinewestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lyndasunshinewestInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lyndasunshinewestYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/womenactiontakersClubhouse: https://joinclubhouse.com/@lyndashunshineAmazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/Lynda-Sunshine-West/e/B078PX6MJW?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1580957955&sr=1-1Watch the Video recording of our episode: https://youtube.com/live/kJlyQ9eVNFQ Some of the 22 books Lynda published so far (at the date of publication of this episode! more to come!) Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Break Free from Toxic Cycles: A Journey to Healing and Empowerment with Christina JonesJoin host Gemma Serenity and guest speaker Christina Jones as they dive into a powerful journey of transformation and healing from the depths of trauma.Christina shares her harrowing life story filled with violence, toxic relationships, and the struggle with mental health conditions such as PTSD and depression.Her path of overcoming these challenges led her to discover unconventional healing methods such as hypnotherapy, meditation, and energy work, empowering herself and helping other women break free from toxic and abusive cycles.This episode is a beacon of hope for anyone trapped in the silence of domestic and/or workplace abuse.Co-author of the RISING AFTER ABUSE anthology, Christina's story is found in chapter #7What you’ll learnExplore the transformative power of RTT hypnotherapy in overcoming trauma.Understand how childhood events shape subconscious beliefs and attract patterns.Discover unconventional healing methods that can break toxic cycles. Timestamped overviewBorn in a domestic violence environment (00:00:00)Cycle of toxic relationships begins (00:04:18)Grandfather intervenes after domestic abuse (00:06:00)Struggling with addiction in relationships (00:06:21)Pattern of abusive relationships continues (00:07:03)Moment of realization after police intervention (00:11:46)Mental confusion post-abuse (00:13:30)Hitting rock bottom during the death of Christina's father (00:17:14)Radical Transformational Decision (00:18:05)Discovering rapid transformation therapy RTT® (00:19:01)Healing the root causes of trauma (00:21:01)Daring to seek help and therapy (00:26:03)Encouragement for women in abusive situations (00:27:33) Christina’s short bio Meet Christina, a woman who has overcome adversity and dedicated her life to helping others do the same. Christina's journey began with a struggle against depression, anxiety, and PTSD, caused by severe trauma. But she refused to accept that repeating the same unproductive methods was her only option. Christina embraced unconventional methods of healing, which led her to become a certified RTT® hypnotherapist, meditation instructor, EFT practitioner, and pranayama practitioner. With her extensive knowledge and personal experience, Christina empowers women to break free from their own vicious cycles and reclaim control of their lives. Her unique approach combines the latest in energy healing, herbology, hypnotherapy, and mindfulness practices to help her clients achieve a level of healing they never thought possible. Join us as we welcome Christina to the show and let her inspire and guide you on your own journey of self-discovery and transformation.Connect with ChristinaOn her website: https://stinathemedium.com On Facebook: https://facebook.com/christinajsnl By email: [email protected] Connect with Gemma Serenity Gorokhoff, the host of Real Talk Real Women Breaking the Silence Around Abuse https://gemmaserenity.com Do you care about getting featured on this podcast?Apply here: https://apply.realtalk-realwomen.com Support the podcast and its mission; become a sponsor or a supporter.Learn more here: https://sponsors.realtalk-realwomen.comSource webpage with picture, format, and more links:https://www.realtalk-realwomen.com/e/breaking-free-from-abuse-with-christina-jones/ Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Unleashing Resilience for Entrepreneurial Success with Special Guest Jasmin Nesbit Jasmin is a nurse who overcame adversities in life and created her nurse's tool bag, #jasminsattache.Discover the powerful story of Jasmin Nesbit, a resilient entrepreneur who overcame homelessness, bullying, and abuse to create a game-changing nursing tool bag that is making waves in the healthcare industry. Jasmin's journey from struggling with acceptance and insecurities to finding her purpose in the nursing profession is an inspiring testament to the power of resilience and the ability to turn one's life around in the face of adversity.Join us as Jasmin shares how the encouragement and belief of one person helped her see her own potential and take her idea to the next level, ultimately leading her on a path to entrepreneurship. This heartfelt conversation serves as a reminder that no matter the size of our obstacles, we have the power to overcome them and change our lives for the better. So, tune in and be inspired by Jasmin's story and her incredible nurse's tool bag invention that is making a difference in the healthcare industry. Co-author of the RISING AFTER ABUSE anthology, Jasmin's story is found in chapter #18Buy the anthology in Kindle, Paperback, or Hardcover formats on Amazon: https://a.co/d/eb4KH7gJasmin Nesbit's short bioHer goal is to share her story and journey with Jasmin’s attaché, hoping to share practical tips, inspire listeners, and teach them how to harness their own power and become the best version of themselves. We all have the ability to make a change. If Jasmin has the ability to make just one change, it would be to encourage others to find the courage and strength to discover their own path in order to cultivate healing and passionately live true to their values. Jasmin's AttachéJasmin's Attaché –a Nurse's tool bag specifically designed to serve a purpose for my fellow Nursing colleagues. It is more than a container to store their tools; it's a vessel to help reduce their anxiety, improve patient care, and save time by providing essential resources quickly.Here are five reasons why nurses might need to have their #jasminsattache tool bag: Organization: A tool bag provides a convenient and organized way for nurses to store and transport their essential equipment and supplies, such as stethoscopes, blood pressure cuffs, and pens.Durability: Nurses work in demanding environments and need equipment that can withstand the wear and tear of daily use. A high-quality tool bag is made of durable materials and is built to last.Convenience: Nurses are often on the move and need a tool bag that is lightweight, compact, and easy to carry. A tool bag that is designed with multiple pockets and compartments helps to keep equipment and supplies organized and within easy reach.Professionalism: A tool bag allows nurses to present a professional image, as it is designed to keep their equipment and supplies in a neat and organized manner.Time savings: By having all of their equipment and supplies in one convenient location, nurses can save time and be more efficient in their work. Connect with JasminJasmin's link tree: https://linktr.ee/jasminsattacheJasmin's website: https://jasminsattache.com/pages/about-usJasmin's Instagram profile: https://www.instagram.com/jasminsattacheJasmin's Facebook profile: https://www.facebook.com/Jasminsattache Connect with Gemma Serenity Gorokhoff, the host of Real Talk Real Women Breaking the Silence Around Abuse https://gemmaserenity.com Do you care about getting featured on this podcast?Apply here: https://apply.realtalk-realwomen.com Support the podcast and its mission; become a sponsor or a supporter.Learn more here: https://sponsors.realtalk-realwomen.comSource webpage with picture, format, and more links:https://www.realtalk-realwomen.com/e/resilience-entrepreneurial-success-jasmin-nesbit-jasminattache/ Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Transcending Your Fears to Rise Above and Beyond: A Warrior’s Journey with Cynthia ConcordiaWhat if you were trapped in an abusive relationship for 23 years, and the fear of judgment and rejection kept you from finding your way out? How would you rise above and reclaim your life? On this powerful episode of Real Talk, Real Women, Breaking the Silence Around Abuse, I am honored to speak with Cynthia Encinas Concordia. Cynthia bravely shares her story of transcending fear and finding a path to healing, ultimately discovering her purpose in helping others break free from their own limitations.Cynthia's journey is not only about overcoming an abusive relationship but also about navigating the cultural complexities of addressing domestic violence in the US and the Philippines. We explore how a lack of legal protection for women and children in the Philippines, as well as the emotional impact of domestic abuse, contributed to her struggles. Cynthia also shares how her work with the Asian Development Bank and the World Bank played a crucial role in helping her make a pivotal shift in her life.Tune in as Cynthia shares her wisdom on forgiveness and how it has allowed her to become the person she is today. As the founder and CEO of Dream to Rise LLC, a life coach, and the author of My Journey into Becoming, her mission is to spread sunshine, peace, kindness, compassion, and love. Be inspired by her incredible journey and learn how you too can overcome fear and rise above adversity.Co-author of the RISING AFTER ABUSE anthology, Cynthia's story is found in chapter #4Cynthia’s short introductionCynthia has been in an abusive relationship with her husband for 23 years. It was her fear that kept her in this relationship. She was afraid of what other people would say, afraid that she was not committed to her marriage vows, and afraid that she would be judged and rejected. However, after his two restraining orders, he died of a massive cardiac arrest.Being cut off by his family because she was blamed for his death, Cynthia was trapped in her dark bubble for 6 years, living a miserable life because of fear. She made a shift so her children might experience and appreciate what life really is.A graduate of De La Salle University with a bachelor’s degree in AB Psychology and a BSC in Business Management, she has worked for different companies and organizations, which made her realize the importance of human connection and knowledge sharing. The two international organizations, the Asian Development Bank and the World Bank, widened her perspective on life. That’s the benefit of working with colleagues from different countries around the globe. Her dream comes true was her last 6 years before she retired as an HR Analyst at the World Bank HR department.After she retired, she found something missing in her life and that was her purpose. She has discovered that her life experiences can truly help others, especially those who are stuck and afraid to go out of their comfort zone to make a change in their lives. She was in that situation, and she wants to inspire the abused women, most especially, that there is truly a light at the end of the tunnel and live the life they love. Given the remaining years of their life here on earth, there is still time to live life to the fullest and enjoy what life has to offer.Cynthia Concordia is the Founder and CEO of Dream to Rise LLC which started in September 2020. Cynthia’s vision is to spread sunshine and happiness to the people she meets so this may create a ripple effect.She only wants to see peace, kindness, compassion, and love here on earth. Her passion to spread light paved the way for her to become a life coach, publish a book, “My Journey Into Becoming”, start her mastermind group, Dream to Rise Inner Circle, and launch her podcast “Dream To Rise Podcast”.Cynthia helps women and men from 25-65 years of age who are struggling with their blockages and limiting beliefs that stop them from moving forward to manifest their dreams. Those who have gone through her program are now living their purpose and living the life they love. She just wants to share her message to the world that life is great!Don’t waste your time doubting, worrying, and being afraid of what the future will offer us. You deserve to be happy.Connect with CynthiaWebsite: https://www.dreamtorise.info/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cynthia.concordia/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthia-concordia-2b51b8116/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cynthiaconcordia/Book “My Journey into Becoming” written by Cynthia Encinas-Concordia: https://a.co/d/dlB7wgzBook "Rising After Abuse" anthology: https://a.co/d/8xvNs7H Book "Overcoming Self-Sabotage" anthology: https://a.co/d/hqwEq13 Email: [email protected] Connect with Gemma Serenity Gorokhoff, the host of Real Talk Real Women Breaking the Silence Around Abuse https://gemmaserenity.com Do you care about getting featured on this podcast?Apply here: https://apply.realt

My name is Catherine Opondo - Coach Cathy O, and l facilitate healing circles that help women release trauma so they can go on to co-create lives that they are excited about living. I am a mum of five and a grandma of 2. I emigrated to Canada some four years ago, a move I made to save my life and seek peace.How did l get here?You see, I was previously married for three decades - one that was the “best” or so I thought. Without the gory details, the marriage broke down and turned abusive in all aspects. It quickly became obvious that I had to fight for my life and flee. After weighing my options, I saw that leaving the dangerous situation behind would be my best option.I made my plans and left with my youngest children. I arrived in a foreign land, settled, and carried on with my life. I thought that l would be “safe.” I mean, l had left the dangerous situation behind, right?How wrong I was. I quickly realized that l was getting anxious and experiencing panic attacks with the same intensity, if not worse, as when l was in the “abusive situation.” Slowly, l started looking over my shoulder wondering if l was being followed, as had happened in the past. And it got worse from there.I realized that l had to do something about this as it was getting out of hand and slowly consuming my mind. There were days that l did not find value in getting out of bed. There were days when l did not have the strength to be a mom, and it was getting crazy. Anyone who saw me would have thought, “she has got it all together.” I must say that I masked it well.l had to do something about this. If I wanted to live and continue with my life. I was tired of acting like everything was ok. It was consuming me.So, l found the courage to work through the trauma and to heal it. My thinking at the time was “why did l have to do the hard work when “it was not my fault?”. The reality was that l had to do the hard work to move my life forward. .There were days when l awoke upbeat and enthusiastic about life, and there were days that l wasn’t looking forward to the day at all.I had to calm the chatter in my head, and squash the labels that had been assigned to me and l had “graciously” accepted.It started with a desire to live my best life, then it graduated to taking action while scared as hell. The more action l took, the more l wanted to do it and the more l felt at ease.Some days were easy, some were not. But l was determined. I sought the help l needed and did the work that was required. Was it a pretty journey - Hell NO! Was it worth it - HELL YEAH!And it paid off.I now share the healing journey with those that have walked the same path and need support to get through it. Doing it alone is scary and daunting. Walking the path with someone who has done it makes it so much easier!Life is not a dress rehearsal - live your best life. Take the action to redesign your life.“The journey of a thousand miles begins with one single step” - Lao Tzu.“Feel the Fear, but Do it Anyway” - Susan Jeffers.If you are that person feeling stuck and unable to move forward, talk to me and we can walk this journey together. You do not have to do it alone.Best of the best,Coach Cathy OConnect with Coach Cathy Owww.catherineopondo.comwww.linkedin.com/in/catherineopondowww.facebook.com/COpondo1www.instagram.com/catherine_opondo Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Real Talk about Ethnicity with Nefertiti San Miguel, the Floral Therapy QueenBreaking free from the chains of ethnic abuse within her own family, Nefertiti San Miguel has blazed her own trail, promoting mental health and self-love. We welcome her into our space today on Real Talk, Real Women, eager to share her riveting story. Nefertiti’s journey is a testament to the power of resilience and determination, transforming her personal trauma into a catalyst for advocacy in the fields of arts, neuroscience, and mental health.As we peel back the layers of Nefertiti’s remarkable journey, we find ourselves in awe of her courage and strength. She opens up about the ethnic abuse she overcame, her advocacy for a healthier lifestyle conducive to mental health, and how she discovered power in self-expression amid life's trials. Together, we dive into the deep end of self-discovery, revealing the importance of escaping self-imposed limitations and embracing our unique identities. Nefertiti also leaves us with precious wisdom on finding inspiring role models and making our mark in the world. Join us in this enriching exchange, celebrating victories and the invaluable lessons learned from our struggles. Come, revel in Nefertiti's inspiring narrative and find your own strength in her tale of transformation.Co-author of the RISING AFTER ABUSE anthology, Nefertiti San Miguel's story is found in chapter #10Order your Kindle edition of the anthology here: https://a.co/d/8xvNs7HNefertiti’s bioNefertiti San Miguel is the embodiment of passion, a vivid advocate for the arts, neuroscience, and mental health. As an international mixed-media artist, Ikebanist, performer, speaker, entrepreneur, published author, and trailblazer, she raises eyebrows across numerous industries. With a reputation for rocking her eclectic style, Nefertiti is the founder of Etnia Fusion, a Boston-based boutique enterprise dedicated to promoting and cultivating multiculturalism through educational programs, functional/wearable art, and dance. She is the creator of the community project What Is Your Reality? and the guide From Chaos To Calmness.She's been featured on radio and television programs, web series, YouTube Channels, newspapers, and magazines across the nation, and in recent years has been garnering attention abroad through podcasts from New Zealand, Canada, and Australia.Since 2021, Nefertiti has been sharing her talents with AmorUmbrella, a Veterans Organization serving military women transitioning into civilian life and the business world.Her current endeavors include teaching her method of collage installations NM3 (Narrative Multi-Sensory Mixed Media Art) as a therapeutic activity for stress management and 3D Vision Board for life achievers.Her personal time is spent unplugging from big city living, exploring the world, and getting naturally high on extreme sports. Connect with NefertitiEmail: [email protected]: www.etniafusion.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nefertitisanmiguel/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NefertitiSanMiguelGlobalAmazon.com: Nefertiti San Miguel: books, biography, latest update: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0CGBLJP26/allbooksConnect with Gemma Serenity Gorokhoff, the host of Real Talk Real Women Breaking the Silence Around Abuse https://gemmaserenity.com Do you care about getting featured on this podcast?Apply here: https://apply.realtalk-realwomen.com Support the podcast and its mission; become a sponsor or a supporter.Learn more here: https://sponsors.realtalk-realwomen.comSource webpage with picture, format, and more links:https://www.realtalk-realwomen.com/e/s3e72-real-talk-about-ethnicity-with-nefertiti-san-miguel/ Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Imagine finding the key to healing from toxic and abusive relationships using the power of smell. In this captivating episode, we share an inspiring conversation with Julie Burgess, who reveals her journey of healing and transformation through the Aroma Freedom Technique. Julie's story is one of self-discovery as she recognized the damaging relationship she had with her mother, and turned to Young Living Essential Oils to lower her stress levels and create strong boundaries for herself.In our discussion with Julie, we delve into the power of Aroma Freedom Technique and its potential to support emotional, spiritual, and physical wellbeing. Discover the transformative impact of essential oils and how they can bring peace and relaxation to those struggling with toxic relationships. Learn from Julie's experience as she shares her path to finding inner strength and light, with insights on self-reflection and the importance of taking a deep breath to bring us into the present moment. Don't miss this enlightening conversation and the valuable lessons Julie has to offer.Julie in her own wordsFrom the outside looking in, people would have thought, I was living the perfect life 8 years ago. I was married to my best friend and homeschooling our four amazing kids on 30 acres in upstate New York. But I had one major problem - I never felt well. Even though I tried to live as naturally as possible, I was experiencing chronic health problems.Through a battery of questions, my doctor determined that the cause of my issues could be stress, and diving further she pinned it on the toxic relationship I had with my mother... It was making me sick.My doctor’s recommendation was to work on my relationship with my mom, which I questioned if that was even possible after so many years of me trying to make it “right” but always ending in extreme emotional hurt. My doctor’s recommendation then was to sever the relationship to give me time and space for the needed healing. She also recommended that I try different medications to help my body restore the physical balance in my body, but I felt that a more natural approach was the way to go.At that time, I had a dear friend who kept talking to me about these “little bottles” of essential oils. On that day after my visit with my doctor, I reached out to her and told her, “I want those oils and the big reference guide too.” I started to use the essential oils daily, and it was a miraculous transformation...within six weeks I was feeling better.Able now to take a deep breath, I started the journey of inner work, exploring my relationship with my mother, knowing that I had to make a change in order to thrive and live well. My mother has always operated from the stance of “her way or the highway,” easily eliminating those in her life who did not see her perspective and then attacking them vehemently for their personal stance. Everything was always black and white for her. Looking back, I realized that this left no room for me when I was growing up to find my voice and spread my wings because one of my core principles was that of the peacemaker. I would bow to her desire to keep order and bottle my emotions, feelings, and desires thinking that it was not worth it for me to find myself. However, with my state of dis-ease, I recognized that it was time to stand tall with my shoulders back and speak my truth. I was determined that I would put up a strong boundary to protect my wellness and this led to me finally putting closure on the toxic and abusive relationship with my mother. I stepped forward into becoming ME!This newfound wellness gave me the opportunity to really look into the root cause of some of my chronic health issues...suppressed emotions. Feelings buried alive never die but surface as dis-ease. My desire to understand emotions, feelings and resulting actions led me to become an Aroma Freedom Technique practitioner in 2017.Sharing about health and emotional wellness became my new passion. I’ve felt so blessed on this journey. I’m supporting my family and transforming lives, all the while doing something I love. This gives me tremendous peace, purpose, and joy. Connect with JulieWebsite: www.julieannburgess.comEmail: [email protected]: https://www.instagram.com/julieannburgess/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/julie.burgess.777LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-burgess-206615b9/ Here is the link to the video recording of Julie on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/LsBf3nbX_ws Do you care about getting featured and published on Real Talk Real Women Breaking The Silence Around Abuse, as Julie did?Apply here: https://apply.gemmaserenity.com Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

On this powerful episode of Real Talk Real Women Breaking The Silence Around Abuse, we welcome the inspiring Priya Kumar, a financial coach and survivor of abuse. Priya opens up about her journey from enduring a series of abusive relationships, starting from her childhood through to her marriage, to becoming an advocate for financial literacy and empowerment for women. Listen in as she provides an honest account of her experiences, bravely recounting her struggle to break free from the cycle of abuse, and ultimately, the ultimatum that forced her to choose between her marriage and her child.Priya’s personal narrative of overcoming pain and finding purpose is an inspirational one. As a survivor of abuse herself, Priya recounts the immense challenges she faced, including the feelings of guilt, anger, and grief that came with leaving a destructive relationship. You won't want to miss how she embraced the healing process, and through therapy and retreats, embarked on a journey of self-care, hope, and purpose.In addition to her powerful story, Priya generously offers resources and advice to make finances more accessible for women. Hear how she breaks down the often intimidating world of money management into manageable pieces and discover the tools she shares to help women build confidence and financial independence. Don't miss this moving and informative episode! Priya Kumar’s short bioPriya is a financial coach. Her mission is to empower women by demystifying money and providing them with an infrastructure that allows them to build confidently. She coaches her clients on how to build a relationship with their money, heal financial trauma, and understand finances by breaking it into bite-size digestible pieces. She works with nonprofits that serve survivors of domestic violence, sexual abuse, and sex trafficking to help them rebuild their lives. As a survivor herself, she knows how hard it is to take that first step. And now she's on a mission to empower women just like hers. Connect with PriyaLink Tree: https://linktr.ee/coachpriyaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/profitcoach.priyaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/priyadkumar/Buy Priya’s gratitude journal on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1377737316/digital-my-journey-gratitude-journal-a Priya’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pivotmyprofit1582Email address: [email protected]: https://www.pivotmyprofit.com/ Save Time - Save Money - Become Efficient Watch Priya's video recording on YouTube at this link: https://youtube.com/live/-KXAbWfcIY4 Do you care about being featured on Real Talk Real Women Breaking The Silence Around Abuse? If, like Priya Kumar, you are a strong, powerful, and visionary woman who has prevailed over abuse and is now blazing your trail successfully, helping others on their journey, you will likely be a good fit to be one of our next beloved guest speakers.Apply at https://apply.realtalk-realwomen.com and let's start with an introductory conversation.Your host, Gemma Serenity Gorokhoff Here are a few keywords to help you find this episode more easily: Financial Empowerment, Priya Kumar, Abusive Relationships, Financial Independence, Money Management, Emotional Turmoil, Self-Care, Pain, Resilience, Purpose, Guilt, Anger, Grief, Therapy, Retreats, Gratitude Journal, Calendar Link, Free Resources Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Christine Bernat: From Fibromyalgia to Healthier and Happier Than Ever BeforeCo-author of the RISING AFTER ABUSE anthology, Christine Bernat's story is found in chapter #15Buy the anthology in Kindle, Paperback, or Hardcover formats directly on Amazon: https://a.co/d/8xvNs7H About Christine BernatAs a heart-centered intuitive and certified EFT Master, she is dedicated to supporting parents who are struggling with Fibromyalgia pain, exhaustion, and overwhelm. With her extensive training and experience, she helps parents to create positive change in their families and improve their self-care.She is a member of the Association of Emotional Freedom Techniques Professionals and has completed the TOLLERRA Mastery Certification with Outstanding Performance in Journey of the Healer, as well as the Conscious Parenting Mastery Certification. These certifications have been instrumental in her ability to transform her own childhood experiences and improve her relationships with herself and others.If you are a parent dealing with Fibromyalgia and struggling to find balance in your life, she is here to help. With her compassionate approach and expert guidance, she can help you create the change you wish to see in your family. Don't hesitate to reach out and schedule a consultation today.Connect with ChristineEmail: [email protected]: https://www.onlineefttransformation.com/LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/christine-bernat-transformationFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086198327178Schedule your Discovery call: https://link.agent-crm.com/widget/appointment/30minutediscoverysessionswithchristinebernat/30-minute-dicovery-callChristine's Snap-SET-Go technique: https://youtu.be/sVioclJsgtc Christine Bernat's creator page on The Great Discovery, the ultimate global affiliate monetization e-learning platform: https://thegreatdiscovery.com/academy/creator/profile/6626d5fd899bd Connect with Gemma Serenity Gorokhoff, the host of Real Talk Real Women Breaking the Silence Around Abuse https://gemmaserenity.com Do you care about getting featured on this podcast?Apply here: https://apply.realtalk-realwomen.com Support the podcast and its mission; become a sponsor or a supporter.Learn more here: https://sponsors.realtalk-realwomen.com Source webpage with picture, format, and more links:https://www.realtalk-realwomen.com/e/eft-master-christine-bernat/ Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Kristin’s introductionPassive aggressiveness is one thing, and covert passive aggressiveness is another. Kristin became familiar with the latter and learned to tell the difference in her 12-year marriage to someone with covert passive-aggressive narcissistic traits. She left the marriage a few days before the world went into quarantine, and moved to the basement for 18 months as she began to rebuild her life and business for herself and her children. Now she's dedicated a part of her life to spreading awareness and giving the one thing no one can take from us - hope.Kristin is a six-time award-winning journalist, app creator, speaker, and writer. She's the Founder and CEO of Back to Self-Care, a self-care experience company that opens, empowers, and educates minds about mindful self-care through products and services based on thousands of hours of her research in self-care she developed into a practicing framework called The 5-Pillars of Self-Care.Connect with Kristinwebsite: https://www.backtoselfcare.comlocation: Kansas City, MOIG: MissselfcareceoTikTok: SelfCareCEOFree Self-Care Emergency Checklist - https://tinyurl.com/selfcarewithkrisinWatch the video recording of this episode Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Gemma in her own words: From 15 years of Domestic Violence to Empowering Women with Inspirational Stories, Inner Healing, and Lasting TransformationGemma Serenity Gorokhoff is an award-winning entrepreneur, who was based in Los Angeles California from 2014 to 2022 and is now based in Phoenix, Arizona since 2023. She got her formal education at Kellogg, Chicago Booth, Wharton, MIT, NYU Mindfulness, and IMD ranked #1 for 12th year in a row by Financial Times in executive education. Gemma has 25+ years of experience helping others find their voice and step into the energy of success and has been featured on CBS 2 and on more than a hundred online platforms, private and public.After victoriously overcoming 15 years of domestic violence, where she was beaten, put down, raped, and almost killed twice by strangulation, Gemma moved to the United States in 2014 without speaking English well enough to go around. She left everything behind, being even forced to leave her children behind, to flee the abuse of her ex-husbands and to fully rebuild herself afterward.Gemma is a real Shero, who founded and is hosting the REAL TALK REAL WOMEN - BREAKING THE SILENCE AROUND ABUSE podcast / videocast / show where she is giving hope to victims all around the world hiding in plain sight that abuse is wrong, criminal and that they can do something about that. The show's mission is to help the audience recognize abuse, put the right words on it, and make the right decision for themselves because Gemma knows that that by spreading hope, light, love, and a future to look forward to, she is enlightening and elevating the world.Gemma uses her voice, writing, consulting, and online courses, to share her insights on self-mastery, mindset surrounding your money stories, and the art of attracting love and your special person. Gemma is an advocate against domestic abuse, supporting victims and survivors to break free, heal, transform, and reach the light on the other side of the tunnel.Gemma helps people make progress in their lives emotionally, mentally, and financially.Lead author of the RISING AFTER ABUSE anthology, Gemma's story is found in the introductionGemma's signature talks are:Transferrable skills for crisis management from a DV survivor: How to overcome any crisis and come out greatly improved and successful on the other side by a survivor of 15 years of domestic violence, beaten, put down, raped, and almost killed.Stress management in high-pressure situations of crises from a domestic violence survivor (beaten, put down, raped, and almost killed)Coming back from and being successful after 15 years of domestic abuse, being beaten, put down, raped, and almost killed.Gemma is also an accomplished musician, a professionally trained violinist, a pianist, and a songwriter. She loves animals and rescuing animals alongside her husband, Sascha Gorokhoff, supporting non-profit organizations and participating in every way they can to provide love, care, healthcare, support, shelter, and supplies to animals in need.She also is an ambassador for the Canadian non-profit Gems for Gems, an organization committed to ending the cycle of domestic abuse by focusing on survivors’ economic recovery and empowerment. Connect with GemmaOn her website: https://www.gemmaserenity.comOn her Facebook profile: https://facebook.com/GemmaSerenityG On her Facebook page: https://facebook.com/gemmaserenitygorokhoffOn LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/gemmaserenityOn Instagram: https://instagram.com/gemma.serenityOn TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gemmaserenityOn The Great Discovery: https://thegreatdiscovery.com/academy/creator/profile/gemmaserenity?affiliate=gemser Connect with Gemma Serenity Gorokhoff, the host of Real Talk Real Women Breaking the Silence Around Abuse https://gemmaserenity.com Do you care about getting featured on this podcast?Apply here: https://apply.realtalk-realwomen.com Support the podcast and its mission; become a sponsor or a supporter.Learn more here: https://sponsors.realtalk-realwomen.comSource webpage with picture, format, and more links:https://www.realtalk-realwomen.com/e/s3e67-gemma-serenity-in-her-own-words/ Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Darla in her own wordsSo, I like to call my story From the Pit to Zion... I spent my whole life in abuse of many forms. Since I was young, I was exposed to things I should have never experienced. I can tell you that I have experienced things in all areas of abuse. These include Sexual, Mental, Emotional, Physical, and Financial abuse. All of which had broken me down to a space of desperation, and I truly wanted to check out at a point.Throughout all the years I sought therapy and groups, and then even began creating my own tools and courses to assist others in discovering how to begin loving themselves, who they are, what they need, and how to live for the highest good in our lives. My dream is to assist as many people through their own transformation as possible. To assist in teaching them they are worthy of the life they desire. We are only as limited as we believe...I have had the privilege to walk with many from all around the world and know that they have said, "It is like looking through a telescope in regard to the transformation from before to after." Connect with DarlaDRW DesignsEmail address: [email protected] Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@drwdesignsdarlawilliams9961Facebook profile: https://www.facebook.com/darlawilliams7777Books published by Darla Williams on Amazon: Sammy’s Wish and Casey’s AdventureWebpage: https://darlaw20042003.systeme.io/f3142910 Phone number: +1 (936) 218-9053 About the host and the podcastLearn more about and connect with Gemma Serenity Gorokhoff, the host of Real Talk Real Women Breaking the Silence Around Abuse https://gemmaserenity.com Do you care about getting featured on this podcast? Apply here: https://apply.realtalk-realwomen.com Support the podcast and its mission; become a sponsor or a supporter:Learn more here: https://sponsors.realtalk-realwomen.com Original speaker page with pictures:https://www.realtalk-realwomen.com/e/s3e66-the-art-of-learning-self-love-with-darla-williams Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Reclaim Your Power with the M.S.G. Method: Mindset, Skill Set, and Get off your AssetHow do you heal and reclaim your power after experiencing trauma? Today, we're joined by the inspiring Sallie Wagner, a survivor and intentional life coach who shares her incredible journey of overcoming abuse and finding her inner strength. In our conversation, she introduces her unique concept of Mindset, Skill Set, Get Off Your Asset (MSG) as a transformative tool to help others reclaim their power and live more intentional lives.Together, we dive deep into the power of mindset and its potential to heal and transform our lives. We explore how our thoughts are energy, the importance of taking responsibility for our lives by changing our beliefs, and how to choose a story that aids our healing. Sallie also highlights the unreliability of memories and the importance of selecting the ones that serve us best. Don't miss this enlightening conversation with Sallie Wagner, the intentional life coach with life-changing solutions accessible through her website and social media platforms. Co-author of the RISING AFTER ABUSE anthology, Sallie's story is found in chapter #1Order your Kindle edition of the anthology here: https://a.co/d/8xvNs7HSallie Wagner's IntroductionSallie Wagner is a multiple #1 international best-selling author, sought-after speaker, What’s Next Strategist, and Life Alchemist! She hosts the High-Frequency Mindset Podcast and the Reboot Your Thinking radio show.As a Life Alchemist, Sallie’s powerful transformation tools include Emotional Freedom Techniques, evolved Neurolinguistic Programming, and trauma-aware modalities to launch clients into action for rapid, concrete results. Clients reclaim the power of conscious choice in their lives and discover and live the life that makes them come alive!Sallie is also a lawyer and real estate broker. She spent the majority of her law career in the corporate world. In addition to her other business initiatives, she currently provides broker and contract compliance services to real estate brokerages. She also owns and operates a real estate school.A native of North Carolina, and a long-time resident of Kansas City, Missouri, Sallie currently headquarters in the Tampa Bay Area, in Florida, USA.Connect with SallieAmazon Author’s page of Sallie Wagner: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B092R96DKM/allbooksWebsite: https://intentionallifecoaching.net/E-mail: [email protected]: https://www.facebook.com/SallieColacoWagnerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallieintentionallifecoaching/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5fbWbOFNKHx-acDtHmRy1ATwitter: https://twitter.com/SallieCWagnerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/intentional_life_coaching/Locals: https://salliewagnercoaching.locals.com/Podcast: https://intentionallifecoaching.net/podcasts/ Connect with Gemma Serenity Gorokhoff, the host of Real Talk Real Women Breaking the Silence Around Abuse https://gemmaserenity.com Do you care about getting featured on this podcast?Apply here: https://apply.realtalk-realwomen.com Support the podcast and its mission; become a sponsor or a supporter.Learn more here: https://sponsors.realtalk-realwomen.comSource webpage with picture, format, and more links:https://www.realtalk-realwomen.com/e/reclaim-your-power-with-msg-with-sallie-wagner/ Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Caurel’s introductionMeet Caurel Richards, a passionate and driven individual with a wealth of knowledge and experience in various service industries. After spending 14 years working in these fields, Caurel learned firsthand the crucial role that mental health plays in our overall well-being and how unresolved trauma can hold us back from living the lives we desire. This led her to complete her training as a Hypnotherapist and Rapid Transformational Therapy Practitioner with Marisa Peer in 2021, and she subsequently founded In Divine Thyme Transformational Services with the mission of helping clients with complex childhood trauma overcome unhealthy habits and patterns, and reclaim their freedom and peace of mind.Caurel has gained a reputation as an "Anxiety Expert" among her peers, thanks to her success in empowering clients to overcome anxiety and other challenges. She is dedicated to helping female professionals and entrepreneurs achieve work-life harmony without feeling guilty, and encourages everyone to embrace the philosophy that "the world is your playground." With the goal of helping you rediscover excitement and joy in life, Caurel is committed to empowering you with a fresh perspective and the tools you need to live the life you want today.Connect with CaurelWebsite: https://www.indivinethyme.com/Email: [email protected]: https://www.instagram.com/indivinethyme/Facebook profile: https://www.facebook.com/SweetCeeWatch our video recording of the episode Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Helen’s short introductionHelen B. Ferguson has been a therapist for 22+ years, guiding women on their healing journey from trauma, childhood trauma, C-PTSD & sexual abuse.In her journey, Helen discovered that the parents and caregivers of these children also often carry their own pain from past traumatic experiences. She realized that there are many adults who have been silently carrying around their own trauma and have been driven by a need for success but are burdened by the pain, shame, fear, and anxiety that their past has caused. She decided to focus on helping women heal their own trauma by providing them with a safe, compassionate space to express their emotions and process their pain. Helen’s work is a passion and a connection to each woman she helps, as well as a way to honor the inner wounded child within all of us. Seeing the joy and liberation in the women she works with is a gift.Connect with HelenWebsite: https://helenbferguson.com/Email: [email protected] page: https://www.facebook.com/helenfergusontherapyFacebook profile: https://www.facebook.com/helen.ferguson.18Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helenbferguson/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@helenferguson-traumatherapistWatch the recording of our episode Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Josette’s short bioJosette Diaz transforms women’s lives through Self Mastery as their Guide and Champion. She believes that knowing what your hot-button issues are, is a power move to rise above self-sabotage.She offers one-on-one coaching, courses, workshops, and group programs in her system of Self Mastery, Seasons of the Soul.In the practice of Self Mastery, you are guided home to your inner voice. This alignment activates your wisdom so you experience more joy in your daily experiences.Josette is a certified Master NLP Practitioner/Trainer and Timeline Therapy ™ Practitioner. She is also a certified Reiki Master TeacherConnect with JosetteWebsite: https://guidancetowellness.com/When you scroll down a little bit on Josette’s website, sign up to receive a Free Calm Your Mind JournalFacebook page: https://www.facebook.com/GuidanceToWellnessInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/GuidanceToWellness/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josette-diaz/Watch the video recording of our episode Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Altagracia Felix is a Shamanic Reiki Master, Spiritual Guide, and Intuitive Trauma Coach. After experiencing the transformative power of spirituality in her life, she wanted to help other women experience this level of healing too. She has committed her life to work with Spiritual Teachers all over the world to continue learning to enhance her intuitive abilities to help others.She is devoted to empowering women to take the time needed to truly heal their relationships with themselves. Through her group coaching program and 1-on-1 offerings, women are able to change their relationships with their past experiences and find hidden gems. She believes healing is absolutely possible, and it doesn’t have to take a decade to get there. Through radical responsibility, spirituality, and curiosity, women can begin to rise above their past and become the alchemist of their own lives.Connect with AltaWebsite: https://r2ecoach.com/Email: [email protected]: https://facebook.com/altafelixInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/r2ecoach/Freebie (Honor Your Triggers): https://r2ecoach.com/free-guide/ Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Stephanie Mankin is an MMA undefeated champion and was one of the first women to enter the sport. She is a motivational speaker, media personality, model, fashion influencer, and designer.Stephanie Mankin began training for the MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) at an early age and when she turned 18 was recruited by MMA fighter and manager Randy Couture to fight professionally. She was quickly signed by CrossFire MMA, a leading fighting company representing some of the biggest names in MMA. Mankin was one of the first females to fight professionally and have an undefeated career. Born in Florida and raised in Florida and New York, Mankin has a historical legacy on both sides of her family. Her mother’s side is the Dubinsky family, led by labor leader, politician, and philanthropist David Dubinsky who was instrumental in establishing the New York garment industry. Her father is the son of infamous New York crime boss Saul “Shoosh” Mankin, alleged to be the head of the Jewish organized crime syndicate along with his brother Ben “Benny” Mankin. Stephanie is the namesake of her grandfather. As part of the Dubinsky family, Stephanie Mankin was raised as part of New York society with her family regularly socializing with such families as the Kennedys, Rockefeller and Rothschilds. Stephanie Mankin speaks to women about succeeding in a man’s world and gives motivational speeches to battered and abused women suffering mentally, emotionally, and physically all around the State. She is also known as the “Fighting Fashionista” for designing clothing that showcases her own unique style. Her design inspiration comes from designers including Alexander McQueen and Christian Dior.Stephanie Mankin is an advocate for healthy living, regularly talking about the importance of fitness, nutrition, and mental, physical, and spiritual wellness.Connect with StephanieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniemankin1 Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

From Crappy to Happy with Alicia Ann WadeApart from having her daughter, her defining moment came in 2015 when she lost everything.​The six-figure salary, the husband, the house, and the car. She is simplifying but the gist is she had been living the way everyone else expected she would be growing up, and she wasn’t happy. She was a captive in the jail of her own life rather than experiencing life.Since then, she has rebuilt after losing everything and lost 30kgs. Alicia was awarded the 2020 ICG Australian life coach of the year, has written an Amazon bestseller and is finishing her first marathon in 2021.All because she realized if she included gratitude in her daily practice, everything within her life and business would fall into place.The Gratitude Method™Alicia is a life coach helping teenagers with anxiety and a business mentor using positive psychology to help entrepreneurs build their lives, businesses, and leadership skills. Currently, she is studying for her Master's in Applied Positive Psychology to assist with her passion for positive psychology and personal development to help herself as well as others. And with the success of her book Be Outstanding: Five Simple Steps to Turn Your Life’s Mess Into Success, she is also an author’s mentor (yes, after failing high school English.) Explore all the books Alicia has published so far on Amazon That great job she lost brought her to where she is now. Her background includes 20 years in childhood education working with multi-million-dollar businesses. She worked her way up to operations, so she understands structures, goal setting, and benchmarks. As well as being grateful and thankful for all the people supporting you in your businesses. Most valuable of all, she understands people. Aside from business, fitness, and coaching qualifications, she is a former educator of the year with skills in action-taking, finishing what she starts, and being a non-judgemental leader. Alicia's clients are often high achievers who are burned out. She teaches them to slow down with gratitude, self-care, and habits before they can speed up again. She shows them what is possible and how to use the skills and strengths they may not know they have. She is mad about community and charity work, running, and new experiences. If you work with her, you need to bring what transformed her life, consistency. She will tell you what she tells her partners and friends: Be ready for some fun and keep up with herConnect with AliciaCoaching website: www.hbcoaching.com.auDoterra wellness advocate’s website: http://doterra.myvoffice.com/aliciaannwade/Alicia’s Love Your Skin online shop: https://loveurskin1.myshopify.com/Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/HB-Coaching-Leadership-Business-108075920715363/Facebook profile: https://www.facebook.com/aliciaannwade/Facebook fan page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100059681375909Instagram: www.instagram.com/herveybaycoachingwww.instagram.com/thegratitude_methodLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicia-ann-wade-10397592/TikTok: https://www.TikTok.com/@thegratitudemethod Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Tracie’s introduction in Tracie’s wordsI know very well how damaging unhealthy relationships can be for ourselves, our intimate connections, and for our whole family. It was through my own healing journey from my dysfunctional and abusive childhood to creating healthy, adoring relationships that I discovered most of the tools and love wisdom I share in my coaching and my 5-star book, The Missing Manual to Love, Marriage, and Intimacy.My formal studies include a background in psychology and counseling, yoga and movement therapy, relationship seminars, and coach training. Yet the greatest contributions to my journey as a Love Catalyst & Relationship Coach have come from the school of life. At this point, I’ve been helping people transform their lives and relationships for 30 years. What nourishes my soul and my passion for coaching are the miracles that happen in people’s relationships when they work with me.In Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, love and relationship are essential after our basic survival needs are met. And when we don’t prioritize this essential need, we can survive however we rarely thrive. So I am on a mission to make a difference in millions of relationships . . . for ourselves, for our children, and for our world.Tracie’s published bookOrder your copy of the Missing Manual to Love, Marriage, and Intimacy by Tracie Sage immediately on Amazon US, here: https://a.co/d/cIdzFhI Connect with Tracie SageWebsite: https://www.traciesage.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lovecatalyst/Tel: +1 541 479 5128 leave a message with your questionsWatch the video of our episode Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe

Elita’s short introductionElita Summers is youthful and fun-loving with a mind that is both highly creative and highly analytical. These traits have affords her numerous opportunities to learn and grow. While overcoming many of life’s hardships and trauma, she’s learned to channel her analytical nature more positively and embrace her creative side. Through this process, she’s been able to transform into the woman she meant to be and appreciate who she had to be to get there.Plume, Pen, & PencilPert, professional, & practical. Our focuses are the following: creative content, technical writing, copywriting, editing, & proofreading. We transform your content and elevate it to meet your needs. We create new authentic pieces. We’re diligent and vibrant. We take the abstract and make it understandable. We like to find the fun in everyday tasks and enjoy who we work with. Open communication is valued and encouraged. Curiosity is part of us. Being inquisitive ensures direction is clearer. Knowledge retention and partnership allow your load to be lighter. Our energy for writing propels us to create the content you need. Our balance of professionalism and play rejuvenates us for the day ahead. We leverage a variety of work experiences and backgrounds to bring you diversity of thought.Connect with ElitaEmail [email protected] Website https://www.plumepenpencil.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elita-summers/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/plumepenpencil/Watch the video of our episode Get full access to Gemma’s Gem blog & Real Talk Real Women podcast at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe