Episode 84: Healing After Bullying & Emotional Abuse: Breaking Limiting Beliefs to Live Free | Brooke DeBoer

In this powerful episode of Surviving Toxic Relationships, with Deana and Lizzie sit down with Brooke DeBoer, author of Living the Free Life and a life coach whose journey from bullying and emotional abuse to healing and freedom is both deeply personal and incredibly inspiring.Brooke shares how years of peer bullying, emotional trauma, unhealthy relationships, and limiting beliefs shaped her self-worth—and how faith, counseling, self-care, and mindset work helped her break free. From childhood bullying and emotionally abusive relationships to becoming a confident woman, coach, and published author, Brooke offers hope for anyone who feels stuck, unseen, or trapped by their past.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:How bullying and emotional abuse impact adult relationshipsWhy limiting beliefs keep women stuck in toxic patternsThe connection between trauma, faith, and self-worthHow religious pressure can become a form of emotional controlPractical steps to heal, rebuild confidence, and live freeWhy choosing yourself is often an act of faithIf you’ve ever struggled with:Low self-esteem after bullyingEmotional abuse or manipulationFear of leaving a toxic relationshipReligious guilt keeping you stuckFeeling “unlovable” or not enoughThis episode will remind you: healing is possible, freedom is real, and your past does not define your future.🔗 Guest Resources:🌐 Website: https://thebrookdeboer.com📘 Book: Living the Free Life (available on Amazon & audiobook platforms)Support the show🎙️ Stay Connected with Us! 📺 Subscribe on YouTube: @survivingrelationships12 🎵 Follow us on TikTok: @survivingtoxicrel 🌐 Visit our website: Looking to be a guest or host a guest for your podcast?https://www.joinpodmatch.com/deanalizzieContact us anytime at our email:  [email protected] 📘 Join our Facebook community: Surviving Toxic Relationships with The Matadoras: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556560386678Disclaimer:  The views expressed by our guests are their own, and this show is for educational purposes only. It is not therapy, medical, or professional advice, and listening does not create a therapeutic relationship. If you need personalized support, please reach out to a licensed professional. If you’re in crisis or immediate danger, please call 911 for help.