#65. From Survivor to Thriver: A Journey of Healing, Hope, and Empowerment with Janelle Hunt

***Trigger warning*** Welcome to an emotionally powerful episode of Pockets of Knowledge. Today, we are privileged to have Janelle Hunt, a domestic violence survivor, author, and domestic violence Coach, sharing her inspirational journey toward healing and empowerment. In this deeply personal conversation, Janelle bravely opens up about her experiences overcoming domestic violence. She generously imparts the profound knowledge she gained from this transformative journey, shedding light on invaluable lessons that have been instrumental in her healing process. We delve into Janelle's book, "Made on What I Know, Find Your Serenity, Reclaim Your Life, and Pursue Your Goals After Domestic Violence." She shares the motivations behind writing it and her aspirations for readers. The discussion extends to the writing process itself, delving into how Janelle's experiences fueled her pen and shaped the narrative. We uncover the decisions and turning points that guided her through this cathartic journey of self-discovery and healing. Join us as we navigate the powerful story of resilience and transformation with Janelle Hunt. Prepare to be inspired by her courage, her insights, and her unwavering determination to pave a path of hope and empowerment for survivors of domestic violence. Bio: Janelle Hunt is a native of Wilmington, Delaware, but she relocated in October 2012 to the Alexandria, V.A., area to build a career in IT security. Janelle later became a certified authorization professional (CAP) to enhance her marketability in the IT security arena and worked as an IT security analyst for a leading Fortune 500 company. In 2020 Janelle moved back to her hometown of Wilmington, Delaware, to serve as a full-time caregiver for her mother. In January 2023, Janelle recently became a federal employee as an IT Specialist. Janelle is a proud daughter, sister, aunt to a nephew and two nieces, and godmother to two. Ms. Hunt is passionate about encouraging women of all ethnicities, and this passion was ignited when she obtained her undergraduate degree in women’s studies from the University of Delaware. Ms. Hunt feels that in our daily lives, there are always opportunities to encourage women – at the office, while shopping, at lunch, at church, and the list goes on. From giving a simple uplifting word to providing a listening ear, Janelle knows that just showing you care can make all the difference. Along the way, Janelle never gave up when she was faced with trials and tribulations; she remained steadfast with the help of Jesus Christ. Through it all, she continues to inspire women, and she shares her testimony with any woman who needs to be enlightened on the goodness of Jesus. Her message is to “walk by faith, not by sight,” and she encourages women when she shares this scripture: “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” (Galatians 6:9 -NIV) Connect with Janelle Hunt: Email: [email protected] Web: Madeonwhatiknow.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Whoa.Nellie12 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejanellehunt/ TikTok: thejanellehunt Books mentioned: Made on What I Know, Find Your Serenity, Reclaim Your Life, and Pursue Your Goals After Domestic Violence Podcasts mentioned: Purposely Thriving ——— Enjoy this Podcast? If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. Share this with your friends so that they can be educated, informed, inspired & empowered! Questions? Contact me through my website, www.PocketsofKnowledge.com, or find me on Instagram @desireedstanley. Thanks for listening! For more updates and episodes, visit the website. ——— This podcast is intended to educate, inspire and empower you on your personal journey. Please note that this episode may contain advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.