Finding Hope in Darkness: The Healing Journey of Marjory Qwen

In this powerful episode, Rachel welcomes Marjory Qwen, who shares her deeply personal journey of healing and resilience after enduring childhood abuse and a toxic relationship. As a best-selling author, poet, songwriter, and social worker, Marjory discusses her creative process and how writing became a vital tool for coping with her trauma. Marjory reflects on the challenges of sharing her story, the fear of not being believed, and the transformative power of faith and self-acceptance.   KEY TAKEAWAYS Healing Through Creative Expression: Writing, poetry, and music can serve as powerful tools for processing trauma and emotions. The Importance of Self-Belief: It's crucial to trust your own experiences and feelings, regardless of whether others believe or validate them. Healing is a personal journey that does not require external approval. Finding Your Support System: Surrounding yourself with supportive and understanding people is essential for healing. The Role of Faith in Healing: For some, faith can be a significant source of strength and comfort during the healing process. It can help individuals find peace and a sense of purpose beyond their trauma. Embracing Emotions: Acknowledging and sitting with emotions, rather than suppressing them, is vital for healing.   BEST MOMENTS "For me, the only way I could cope with it was to write." "You don't need their proof for you to heal." "Healing comes in different shapes. For everyone, healing is a different journey." "Forgiveness doesn't mean you forget it." "Find the courage to find it in your heart the right people to surround yourself with."   Majory's Links https://linktr.ee/marjoryqwen To connect with your host follow Me HERE: Insta:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/rachel_unspokenemotions/⁠⁠⁠⁠  TikTok:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠www.tiktok.com/@rachel.unspoken.em⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rachel.elimelech   To Buy Rachel a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/unspokenemotions  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-elimelech-a07a1a46/  To join the waitlist for Rachel’s Unspoken to Unstoppable Breakthrough Programme - email ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ quoting reference “Breakthrough" HOST BIO Rachel Elimelech is the heartfelt host of "Unspoken Emotions." As a qualified Solicitor and Higher Court Advocate, Rachel combines her professional expertise with personal resilience, having navigated significant life challenges including sexual abuse, loss, and single parenthood. Her journey from a teenage single mother to a successful legal professional has shaped her empathetic approach to story telling. With a talent for connecting with people from all walks of life, Rachel creates a safe space for guests to share their most vulnerable moments. Through honest conversations, she explores how individuals have transformed their struggles into strength. "Survival & Beyond" aims to inspire listeners by sharing real stories of resilience and offering practical coping strategies. Rachel believes in the power of shared experiences to foster healing and hope. Join her as she invites you to discover the incredible capacity for growth within us all.