#2: Unveiling Resilience: From Being Abused At Disney To Finally Speaking Up For Myself

Welcome to Part 2 of this deeply personal and transformative installment. In this episode, I take you on a journey through one of the darkest periods of my life, a time that unfolded during the first five years after moving to Los Angeles. Moving to LA was supposed to be a dream come true, but life had other plans. I recount the hardships I endured, from being laid off by NBCUniversal right after moving into a new apartment, to landing what seemed like a golden opportunity at Disney Studios' marketing department, only to find myself trapped in a toxic environment. In this episode: • [4:30]: I open up about being bullied by my boss and enduring long hours in an abusive workplace for about two years. The toll it took on my mental health was immense—I found myself crying myself to sleep four to five times a week, battling depression, and even grappling with suicidal thoughts. • [17:57]: I share the pivotal moment that stopped me from taking my life and how I mustered the strength to speak up for myself, leading to a profound shift in my life's trajectory. • [29:09]: The pandemic brought further challenges, with another layoff that forced me to grieve leaving my apartment, a space that I loved • [30:17]: Despite the losses and hardships, I reflect on my journey and the insights I gained in hindsight, including the freedom to pursue a career of my own choosing, one that allows me to serve and support others, even during my most challenging moments.  • [35:35]: I talk about dealing with a sheer amount of loss in my life, including being laid off twice, the unexpected passing of my mother, aunt, and uncle within a span of two years. In addition, as a result of the experience I faced with my ex-boss at Disney Studios, it led me to seek therapy, where I was diagnosed with PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder). Join me as I share my raw, vulnerable and unfiltered story of resilience, healing, and self-discovery. This episode is a testament to the power of the human spirit and the unwavering strength found within, even amidst the darkest of times.  Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of mental health struggles, depression, and suicidal thoughts. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling or thinking about self-harm, please call (or text) 988. Counselors are ready 24/7 to help. Rate, Review, & Follow Me on Apple Podcasts 👍 This helps me support and reach more people just like you! Click here. Scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! Listening to this on Spotify? Click here, and tap the star icon underneath our podcast description to help us out! Available on mobile only. Resources: Mental Crisis Hotline & Resources - call or text: 988 Instagram: @thehappyhealingshop Tiktok:  @thehappyhealingshop Facebook:  @thehappyhealingshop Email: [email protected] Website: www.thehappyhealingshop.com Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/TheHappyHealingShopPodcastApple Spotify Podcasts: https://bit.ly/TheHappyHealingShopPodcastSpotify