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Aug 29, 2025 34 min

From Killing Fields to Living Free

from Wealth & Wisdom With Wendy Lyon Hosted by Wendy Lyon

On this episode of Wealth and Wisdom with Wendy, The Financial Lion 🦁, we go beyond money and dive into the unshakable resilience of the human spirit with today’s extraordinary guest: Sarah Im. Sarah’s story is nothing short of breathtaking. As a young woman in Cambodia, she endured four years of captivity under the Khmer Rouge regime, surviving starvation, forced labor, and the constant threat of death in one of history’s darkest genocides. Through her faith, resilience, and hope, she not only survived but eventually escaped, reunited with her family, and made her way to the United States. Now an award-winning author, speaker, and coach, Sarah inspires others with her message of love, hope, and courage—proving that no matter how impossible life may seem, there is always a way forward. 💡 In this episode, you’ll discover: 🧠 Why your mindset determines your wealth, health, and success. 💔 How Sarah endured years of forced labor, illness, and starvation. 🙏 The faith and prayers that gave her the strength to escape. 🌈 Why gratitude—even in suffering—can transform your perspective. 👩‍👧 How love for her family kept her alive when all seemed lost. ✈️ How she found freedom, came to America, and rebuilt her life with purpose. Sarah’s story will inspire you to see your own challenges in a new light—reminding us all that with love, faith, and hope, anything is survivable.

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