Brooke DeBoer is a life coach, author, filmmaker, and advocate for personal transformation. After surviving the pain of abuse and bullying, Brooke turned her healing journey into a mission to help others rise above fear, shame, and limitation. She believes every person is uniquely designed by God with a purpose—and that true freedom begins when we align with that purpose.

In this episode, Brooke shares her story of rediscovery, from overcoming trauma to finding her voice as a guide for women seeking clarity, confidence, and purpose. She opens up about the inspiration behind her latest book, Living the FreeLife: A Step-by-Step Guide to Overcoming Bullying and Abuse and Living the Life of Your Dreams, and how she empowers others to transform pain into power.

Her story is one of courage, creativity, and faith. From producing the docuseries Fastlife to co-authoring a children’s book with her daughter, Brooke embodies what it means to dream boldly and live authentically.

Katie Baker is a writer, advocate, and childhood abuse survivor whose story embodies resilience, transformation, and hope. After years of battling addiction, shame, and the lasting wounds of a painful past, Katie found healing through therapeutic psychedelics, deep inner work, and spiritual exploration.

In this episode, Katie shares her powerful journey of confronting trauma, reclaiming her voice, and learning to live with radical authenticity. She opens up about the process of writing her memoir, When The Universe Holds Your Hair Back, and how storytelling became both her mirror and her medicine.

Through her honesty and courage, Katie reminds us that healing isn’t about erasing the past, it’s about integrating it, and discovering the strength that has been within us all along.

Iris is the voice behind Inner Strength Rising on Instagram, where she shares her story of surviving narcissistic abuse and rebuilding her life after it. Her experience with a partner who weaponized faith has shaped her mission to help others recognize manipulation, reclaim their power, and believe in the possibility of healthy love again.

In this episode, Iris opens up about the intersection of faith, control, and recovery—and what it takes to rebuild trust in yourself after deep emotional and spiritual harm. She speaks about healing through self-awareness, boundaries, and the quiet work of self-compassion.

Through her story and her platform, Iris reminds survivors that they are not broken—they are becoming. Her journey is one of strength, truth, and hope for anyone learning to rise again.

Follow Iris on Instagram at @innerstrengthrising

Hannah is a 21-year-old survivor still walking through her journey of independence and healing. With a love for animals, she works as both a pet sitter and a pet store employee, finding joy and comfort in the care she gives. Beyond her work, Hannah dreams of one day becoming a therapist or perhaps an author, sharing the poetry she often writes as part of her self-expression.

In this episode, Hannah opens up about what it means to be “in process”—not defined by the past, but not yet at the destination either. She speaks honestly about building her identity, exploring creativity as a form of healing, and learning to grow into the person she knows she is meant to be.

Through her story, Hannah reminds us that survival isn’t a single moment—it’s an ongoing journey. Her voice is a testament to resilience, courage, and the beauty of becoming.

Ashlee Yun is a retired military veteran, a mother of four, and a passionate advocate for women healing from domestic violence. Her life after service has become a journey of strength, self-discovery, and advocacy, rooted in motherhood, bodybuilding, and a deep love for exploring human psychology.

In this episode, Ashlee shares her powerful story of surviving abuse and finding healing through vulnerability, discipline, and storytelling. She opens up about what it means to raise strong, emotionally resilient children while also rebuilding your own identity after trauma. Writing has become one of her greatest tools—not just for processing, but for empowering others.

Ashlee’s mission is clear: to show women that their story is not the end, but a chapter in a much greater journey. Through sharing her truth, she hopes others feel seen, less alone, and inspired to reclaim their power.

Follow Ashlee on Instagram at @momish_fit, and read her personal writing on domestic violence and survival here: My Story of Domestic Violence + Suicide

Crystal is a mother of two, a former counselor, and now a Healthcare Administrator. But more than her titles, she’s a survivor of toxic relationships, abuse, heartbreak, and loss. Her healing journey has been hard-won, but it’s one she now walks with purpose.

In this episode, Crystal shares how she broke painful patterns, found her voice, and continues to stand in her strength each day. Her experiences led her to create The Doubt Within, a coaching platform for men and women facing domestic abuse.

Crystal’s mission is simple: to help others feel less alone and empowered to take their first step toward healing.

Shelley spent over a decade surviving unimaginable abuse—psychological, physical, and sexual. For thirteen years, she endured what no one should have to. But today, Shelley is not just surviving—she’s reclaiming her life.

In this episode, she shares her powerful story of breaking free from the cycle of domestic violence and navigating nearly twenty years of healing. Shelley opens up about what it means to rebuild your identity after trauma and how she found strength through therapy, holistic practices, and the courage to speak out.

Now, Shelley uses her voice to empower others walking similar paths. Her mission is to show that healing is not only possible—it’s within reach. Through her story, she offers hope, solidarity, and a reminder that peace can come after pain.

Ghada Abdou spent most of her life surviving trauma after trauma. As a young woman and now a new mother, she’s carried the heavy label of “survivor”—a label that too often made her a target for further harm. But today, Ghada is reclaiming her story.

In this episode, she shares her journey of breaking free from the cycles of abuse and finding healing through creativity, motherhood, and self-compassion. Ghada opens up about what it means to navigate life after domestic violence and how writing, especially poetry, has become a lifeline and a tool for transformation.

Her mission is to use her voice and her words to educate others about trauma, advocate for survivors, and show that healing is possible. Through her personal story and her growing body of written work, Ghada invites others to join her on a path of hope and renewal.

Follow Ghada on Instagram at @writing.healss and explore her book The Thoughts of Trauma on Amazon.