From Betrayal To Breakthrough

Betrayal can manifest itself through physical, mental, and emotional symptoms. When these symptoms manifest, it can feel like a dark cloud of negative emotion is hovering over you. One of the many ways to release negative feelings and lift your spirits is by incorporating essential oils into your daily life. Just ask Jodi Cohen.  In this episode, Jodi shares the many uses and benefits of essential...

Betrayal can bring such deep pain and lingering turmoil to someone who experiences it. The whole ordeal can be incredibly traumatic, affecting victims in more ways than one. The physical, mental, and emotional toll from betrayal can leave one exhausted and desperate for normalcy.   I am Dr. Debi Silber, and welcome to A Dose of Dr. Debi.  Today, I will delve into the life-altering mess of betrayal...

Many victims of betrayal fall into the trap of codependency, which can lead to people-pleasing, anxiety, illness, and unhealthy relationships. How do we escape this pit of despair? Ande Anderson knows the way. In this episode, Ande Anderson explores the link between childhood trauma and codependency and delves deep into how we can bounce back, learn self-love, and foster loving relationships.   Ab...

The pain of betrayal is so heart-wrenching that we are often left dazed and confused as to how to work through all the hurt and move forward. You may find yourself wondering—am I moving in the right direction to get past the trauma that I've experienced or am I stuck and will this treachery always leave me vulnerable? Dealing with this internal turmoil comes with many challenges. And to rise above...

We all strive for perfection, but in the process, we fall into the trap of being overly critical of ourselves. This can significantly affect the way we look at ourselves and others.  In this episode, Kerry Tepedino relates to feelings of not being good enough, having experienced them herself. She also talks about the defining moment in her life that helped her overcome her battle with an eating di...

There's just something about betrayal that cuts extra deep. Most of the time, we get caught up in the trauma too much that we're left wondering what happens next.  Is there a way out of it? Is this something that we should just learn to accept and live with? Why do the effects of betrayal seem to stay with us even after a significant amount of time has passed? I am Dr. Debi Silber, and I am excite...

Life is like a game, it's a game where many curveballs are thrown our way. As with all games, you can't win all the time. And once we lose, it's often because of abuse or betrayal. Some people turn to drugs or alcohol to cope with these traumatic experiences, while others shut themselves in.    Jason Leenaarts knows this well, his traumatic childhood experiences have led him to make several bad de...

Betrayal can cloud our judgment and make us feel isolated and alone. It feels as though the world is crumbling away beneath our feet.  You may think that there is no way out of this deep hole, but the truth is, there is so much you can do to get past this situation.  How? You need to find a way to break away from multiple betrayals. Otherwise, you end up trapped in a vicious cycle. Wendy Rose Will...

Going through menopause can be extremely overwhelming and stressful for women. Aside from marking the end of their fertility, it gives rise to a series of hormonal imbalances that lead to various physical and emotional changes.  What exactly are the common hormones affected in the process? What role do they play in the changes that women experience during menopause?  Finding the answers to these q...

Domestic abuse is traumatic for anyone, especially when the person is unaware that they were being abused. Many people often use the violation of physical safety as the primary measure of domestic abuse. However, Anne Blythe believes that the violation of emotional safety is the most important measure. And being able to identify emotional and psychological abuse is the first step towards healing....

Turning self-pity into success means finally recognizing your voice—the voice that has remained hidden and afraid to be heard. Over-internalizing one's emotions can become destructive. So, to protect your mental health, you need to remove yourself from the negative situation you are in. Janet Autherine is here to show you how.  About Guest / Topic Janet Autherine is the author of Island Mindfulnes...

Being in a toxic relationship is like swimming in an ocean with an anchor tied to your feet that is slowly pulling you down and drowning you—without you even noticing it. Only when we completely remove ourselves from that situation can we achieve freedom and peace.  But identifying whether a relationship is toxic or not can be tough, especially if you're being manipulated or gaslighted. Luckily, D...

Self-betrayal can take many forms. It can be denying your own needs and desires. It can be allowing a person to do something that harms you just to avoid being abandoned. Regardless of the form that it takes, self-betrayal will severely damage your self-worth.  In this episode, Lisa Latimer takes a deeper look at self-awareness and how it can prevent self-betrayal.  About Guest/Topic Lisa Latimer...

Childhood betrayal is a very sensitive topic that is rarely touched upon. For this episode, we'll be taking a deeper look into how children can experience betrayal through family conflicts like divorce and custody battles with the help of Tracy Poizner. Tracy is a parenting coach and the host of the Weekly Essential Stepmom Podcast. Through her personal experience as a parent, she helps families m...

There will come a time in a woman's life when she will be ready to start dating again after a failed relationship. But it may not come easy. Fortunately, Kate Houston is here to help you develop your confidence and identify the factors you need to address to take your dating life to the next level. Kate is no stranger to dating, having experienced the highs and lows of being in different relations...

For a lot of people, the flaws they see in themselves are magnified and much more apparent than the flaws they see in others. These people obsess about all the negatives, no matter how small or big, that they see in themselves. How come? Why is it easier to give love, kindness, respect, and care to other people but incredibly challenging to give it to yourself?  Certified health coach Kirsi Bhasin...

Wallowing in self-loathing is never a good thing. It stifles growth, prevents healing, and fosters negativity. Just ask Wendy Sterling. Wendy Sterling is a divorce recovery specialist, certified theta healing practitioner, podcaster, writer, author, and speaker. She is the founder of The Divorce Rehab™, where she helps women recover from the pain of divorce by finding their true identity and voice...

Have you ever asked yourself, "what is the meaning of life?" Everyone has a different answer to this. Professional researcher and advisor Nathanael Garrett Novosel is here to share his own take on this age-old philosophical query. Nathanael used the insights he discovered from his research to help business leaders solve organizational problems, create effective strategies, and succeed in all areas...

Anxiety and panic attacks can sometimes become so all-consuming that they take over your life. These can cause you to have nagging thoughts that stop you from being fully comfortable as yourself. Kim Strobel is a leadership consultant and happiness coach. She helps business owners, leaders, and high achievers prioritize their health and wellbeing so they can reach new heights in their professional...

Do you ever hear a voice inside your head that keeps telling you, "you're not beautiful, not fit, and just not enough?" Negative self-talk is extremely destructive. And it affects you more than you know. This type of internal dialog places you in a self-sabotaging state where everything you do will never be enough for you to feel happy about yourself. Jennifer D'Amato loves to help women overcome...

Like everyone else in this world, you've struggled in life. Some of these struggles may have been traumatic, and these left lasting scars. So how do you use those struggles as motivation? Let the Struggle Guru, Kirsten Beverley-Waters, show you how. About Guest/Topic Our guest for today, Kirsten Beverley-Waters, is a yoga teacher, fitness coach, and motivational speaker. She's here with us today t...

Trauma has many faces and many sources. For some, it may stem from a childhood event. For others, it could have been caused by an unhealthy relationship. But one thing ties all forms of trauma together—healing from them requires a release.   Releasing trauma is different for everyone. One way that has been found to be effective is dance movement therapy. Just ask Orit Krug.  About Guest/Topic Orit...

Now, more than ever, we need the right tools to help us become our optimal selves. Unfortunately, medication isn't always able to address the root of our mental health issues. Despite following everything our doctors prescribe, the negative feelings we're experiencing don't seem to go away. Either that or they eventually return. This doesn't mean that medication doesn't work. It's just that the in...

Tanya Marie Dub é is a life coach and motivational speaker with 28 years of experience and a solid background in human behavior psychology. She is a show host, motivational speaker, published author, and online educator with a passion for helping people ever since she was young. She is the founder of Mighty Influence Mastery where she discusses how women entrepreneurs can build their business thro...

Pretty much everybody experiences heartbreak at some point in their lives. Oftentimes, this experience leaves us feeling abandoned, hurt, and betrayed. Because of this trauma, we find it hard to enter into a new relationship without feeling anxious.  Our guest, Monica Parikh, is here to show us that no matter how broken we may feel, we can still attract a positive relationship. She hopes to help w...