E33: Taking Your Power Back & Breaking the Cycle of Assault and Abuse w/ Lynz Michelle

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In this conversation, Lynz shares her story of surviving childhood sexual abuse, navigating abusive relationships, and battling mental health and substance abuse. She also opens up about her struggles with depression, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts. Lynz talks about the challenges of leaving an abusive relationship and the importance of setting boundaries. She also highlights the role of therapy in her healing process and her decision to become a trauma therapist to help others. Lynz emphasizes the need to break the cycle of abuse and raise strong, resilient children. Her journey toward healing and self-discovery is ongoing, and she emphasizes the need for self-compassion and seeking professional help.

Takeaways

• Recognizing the signs of distress in teenagers, such as changes in behavior, self-harm, or eating disorders, is crucial for providing support.

• Survivors of abuse and trauma may struggle with feelings of guilt and self-blame

• It's never too late to leave an abusive relationship and start over.

• Recognize red flags and learn about triggers and boundaries.

• Seek therapy and support to heal from trauma and break the cycle of abuse.

• Raise strong and resilient children by teaching them about healthy relationships and emotions.

Keywords: childhood sexual abuse, abusive relationships, mental health challenges, substance abuse, trauma, healing, transformation, depression, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, support, self-compassion, professional help, abuse, trauma, healing, boundaries, leaving, therapy, cycle of abuse, resilience