Breaking Free: A Journey in Resiliency

In this episode, I interviewed Stephany Ann, an attorney and recipient of the governor's award for advocacy with survivors of domestic violence, who shares her journey of healing and personal growth after experiencing domestic violence. She emphasizes the importance of moving from a victim mindset to an empowered mindset, letting go of the “why me” and focusing on the lessons and growth opportunities. Stephany discusses the cycle of narcissistic abuse and the challenges of leaving toxic relationships. She provides insights into the trauma bond and the cognitive dissonance that keeps individuals trapped in abusive relationships. Stephany uses her platform to educate and support survivors of domestic violence, offering resources and guidance for leaving safely and navigating the legal process. Check out this clip, where Stephany and I discuss the myths about the cycle of abuse. Subscribe to any of the platforms below! #thelivedexperiences #domesticviolence #stephanyannspeaks Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Overview 01:15 Stephanie's Journey and Experiences 07:34 Understanding the Cycle of Narcissistic Abuse 09:44 Challenges of Leaving Toxic Relationships 15:25 Supporting Survivors: Education and Empowerment 28:25 Conclusion and Final Thoughts   YouTube https://youtube.com/@thelivedexperiences Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2sV174GxHSTxw1JyUlqztQ iHeart Radio https://www.iheart.com/podcast/the-lived-experiences-podcast-180922640/ Amazon Music https://a.co/d/cXHWq12 DR. TAMEA RYAN Instagram: @thelivedexp YouTube: www.youtube/@THELIVEDEXPERIENCES Facebook: https://facebook.com/thelivedexperiences Website: www.thelivedexp.com   STEPHANY ANN Facebook: Stephany Ann LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanyann Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/musikal/leisure License code: NTIAR2DE9H4NIOMJ