THE SYSTEMS of ABUSE: From the entertainment industry to Capitol Hill

Ambitious women have the right to pursue their careers without fear, yet the systems in unregulated industries prey on ambitious women. We’re working to change that. Today, Lisa welcomes Dr. Alicia Journey, a former attorney who fought for survivors of abuse and who now has a Ph.D. in Metaphysical Sciences. Dr. Journey shares her journey from surviving a cult to confronting sexual abuse and navigating the power imbalances in law and politics. She offers advice to individuals who are planning their exit strategy from abusive power imbalances. Lisa and Alicia talk through a scenario on how to escape an uncomfortable audition. Dr. Journey has been on a journey of getting rid of the layers of abuse she has experienced since she was a young child and forging a new path of freedom for others. She has transitioned into working as a full-time Metaphysician, Healer, and Channel. As a trauma expert, it is Alicia’s greatest joy to help her clients walk through the healing process and regain their lives after trauma. Dr. Journey applies her advanced spiritual gifts, formal education, and training, along with her professional and personal life experiences to uniquely and intuitively tailor programs to fit each client’s needs. This episode is about empowerment. It’s about recognizing that no one—man or woman—should ever feel forced to compromise their dignity to achieve success. You have the power to live a life that’s not just free from abuse but full of purpose, passion, and deep personal growth. Just a heads up: This episode contains discussions of emotional abuse, psychological abuse, sexual assault, and suicidal ideation. Some may find it upsetting. We encourage you to take care of yourself. You can follow Dr. Alicia Journey  @TheAliciaJourney on Instagram, @aliciajourney on Facebook and LinkedIn. To learn more about Dr. Alicia Journey’s work and services, go to thealiciajourney.com. Follow Lisa Phillips @iamlisaphillips on Instagram. From Now On is produced by LA PHILLIPS MEDIA. Listen and follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. Have a story to share with us? Email us at [email protected]. Join our movement and keep up to date on all things From Now On by following us @fromnowonpod on all socials. If today’s conversation resonated with you and you are seeking more support in your own healing journey, here are some resources below: If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, help is available. Call 800.656.HOPE (4673) If you or someone you know is being trafficked, contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline. Text 233733 (befree). PAVE is a 501(c)(3) non-profit creating a world free from sexual violence and building communities to support survivors. Speak Out, Act, Reclaim (SOAR) is dedicated to providing a safe and empowering space for survivors of sex trafficking to reclaim their stories and stand up for themselves and each other.