Melinda Kunst
Hope when there was none
After leaving a toxic relationship over a decade ago I embraced a journey to share my story and help others that are healing from emotional traumas, learn about self-care, and find empowerment to re-invent themselves. Here you will hear about the journey of courageous Survivors and many experts that share a passion for helping and inspiring others to awaken the beauty of life without abuse. Thanks for tuning in! I hope your day is filled with blessings, magic, and miracles!
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Episodes
Peach Pie Filling and Triggers Episode #248 14.08.2022 7:19
What does Peach Pie Filling have to do with triggers? Find out in this episode! Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you are a parent or friend of someone trapped in an abusive relationship and need to know how to help. My goal is to share awareness, offer empowerment, and educate others about emotional traumas and domestic abuse. Here I will share...
When Does The Hurt Go Away? Episode #247 27.07.2022 23:54
In this episode I'll be sharing my thoughts about healing. The number one question I get is when will I heal. Honestly it's going to look different for everyone listening for more. Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you are a parent or friend of someone trapped in an abusive relationship and need to know how to help. My goal is to share awareness,...
Court Tips When Divorcing Episode #246 18.07.2022 35:41
The legal system can be intimidating but you can find empowerment in confidence when you start learning about the system. Here are some tips and a few common terms used. Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you are a parent or friend of someone trapped in an abusive relationship and need to know how to help. My goal is to share awareness, offer empo...
Pregnancy And Domestic Abuse Episode #245 08.07.2022 26:50
Pregnancy can be a time of magic and miracles for many but for some it can be a traumatic experience if they are in an abusive situation here are some things a woman and her baby might experience in today's episode. Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you are a parent or friend of someone trapped in an abusive relationship and need to know how to h...
How To Help A Someone Being Abused- Episode #244 05.07.2022 17:23
So how do you know if you're being abused or if a loved ones being abused. Here are a few things to look out for. Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you are a parent or friend of someone trapped in an abusive relationship and need to know how to help. My goal is to share awareness, offer empowerment, and educate others about emotional traumas and...
Keeping Yourself Safe During The Holiday Episode #243 02.07.2022 12:31
Suggestions to keep 'YOU" safe during the holidays This time of the year is supposed to be joyous and happy but if you are a victim of abuse it can be a nightmare. You may have heightened stressors as you potentially experience any of these: 🔥 Financial issues- lack of funds from overspending, job loss, or layoff. 🔥 Getting together with family- While normally can be wonderful there could be pre...
Kicking Shame To The Curb- Episode #242 02.07.2022 6:36
Shame what is it and what can you do to start healing well in today's episode I'll give you a brief definition and some tips to help on your journey. Know whatever it is you experienced it is not your fault and you are not alone. Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you are a parent or friend of someone trapped in an abusive relationship and need to...
Are You Attracting Negative Energy? Episode #241 27.06.2022 13:31
So today I want to talk about raising your vibration so you don't attract negative people to help you on your healing journey. I'll share some tips and what does low vibe and high vibe look like? I promise it's not to woo please tune in to learn more. Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you are a parent or friend of someone trapped in an abusive re...
Warning Signs In A Relationship- Episode #240 16.06.2022 16:35
Are there warning signs to look out for in a relationship? Let's talk about what to look for. These range from a history of violence to monitoring your every move. Check out this episode. Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you are a parent or friend of someone trapped in an abusive relationship and need to know how to help. My goal is to share awa...
When Happily Ever After Doesn’t Happen with Gina Lusardi- Episode #239 13.06.2022 33:41
For the first twenty-eight years of her life, Gina lived in one form of domestic violence or another. First as a child living in a chaotic house riddled with domestic abuse and then as a young wife living in two abusive marriages. At twenty-eight years old Gina was able to find her courage to break free, not only for herself but for her child as well. In 2016 Gina answered God’s calling to be the...
Building Friendships- Episode #238 06.06.2022 42:39
We are just coming off our Annual Women's gathering and had a blast! I'm joined with special Guest, Jo Hicks as we dive into what the group The Survivors Cafe https://www.facebook.com/groups/hopewhentherewasnone is about as well as the importance of building friendships as you are going through emotional trauma, hula hooping, Cancer care tips, and more! Someone out there needs to know they a...
Positive Ways To Deal With Toxic People- Episode 237 29.05.2022 8:34
What does a toxic person look like? First of all this person may be someone in your family! Do you feel as though you are always to blame? Are you the Scapegoat? Dealing with someone that is toxic can be draining. Here are some tips for dealing with someone that is toxic in today's episode. Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you are a parent...
Divorced Doesn't Have To Mean Alone with Carla Webb Episode #236 24.05.2022 43:36
Carla Webb is a Relationship and Divorce Recovery Coach. After going through an extremely high-conflict divorce and custody battle, Coach Carla focused all her energy on learning how to end the cycle of toxic relationships and how to create healthy relationships. Carla now uses her knowledge and expertise to empower others to take back power and control of their lives by coaching them on how to cr...
Red Flags To Look Out For On Your 1st Date Episode #235 21.05.2022 4:00
What are some things to look out for on that first date? Here are a few things you should look out for maybe you don't share the same values. This person might criticize you. You feel unsafe, also you can't wait for this day to end and tune in to listen for more. Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you are a parent or friend of someone trapped in a...
Survivor Turned Advocate with Heather Elizabeth Episode #234 15.05.2022 24:43
Join me on today's episode as I am joined with Heather Elizabeth is an abuse survivor and a certified survivor advocate. Once the lights turned on for her, she wanted to flip every switch to help those who are still trapped in destructive relationships. She facilitates a group on Facebook, Held & Healed: Christian Women Rebuilding After Abuse. You can access her links for group coaching, podca...
What Red Flags Should You Look For Before The First Date? Episode 233 10.05.2022 6:09
So what are some signs that you should look for before you start going out with Mr. or Ms. Wonderful? I'm going to go through them here from tune in to today's episode. Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you are a parent or friend of someone trapped in an abusive relationship and need to know how to help. My goal is to share awareness, offer empow...
What Does Abuse Look Like? Episode #232 05.05.2022 18:50
Potential trigger warning. Today's episode is about what abuse looks like and also what significance does Cinco de Mayo have for me? Abuse can be Physical, Mental, Verbal, Emotional, and more. Find out this and more! Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you are a parent or friend of someone trapped in an abusive relationship and need to know h...
What You Need To Know For a Good Relationship with Cheri Timko Episode #231 04.05.2022 37:09
Cheri Timko is a Couples Relationship Coach who teaches couples to use straightforward relationship skills so they can truly be happy together. She has been happily married for 20 years. She is also a veteran psychotherapist and homeschool mom to three teenage daughters. www.cheritimko.com https://www.facebook.com/synergycouplescoaching/ https://www.instagram.com/synergy.couples...
The Reluctant Ninja: How A Middle-Aged Princess Became A Warrior Queen with Cheryl Ilov Episode #230 01.05.2022 39:44
Cheryl Ilov is a physical therapist, dancer, martial artist, and Feldenkrais practitioner. She is also the author of the award-winning and best-selling book, “Forever Fit and Flexible: Feeling Fabulous at Fifty and Beyond." With over 20 years as a physical therapist in private practice, Cheryl has helped thousands of clients recover from pain and injuries by integrating the science of physical the...
What Does Child Abuse Look Like? Episode #229 01.05.2022 22:40
Today's topic is about a the tough subject of Child abuse. What are the signs and what can you do? Abuse can be sexual, physical, emotional, mental, verbal, and child trafficking. A child may regress, become angry, suicidal, use self-harm, drugs/alcohol. Grades may suffer. They may become fearful or angry around a certain person/people. They may have nightmares. The long term affects can be health...
What Does Drama Have To Do With Trauma? Part 2 Episode #228 26.04.2022 43:55
Here is Part 2 of drama and trauma. It's not uncommon for victims and Survivors of trauma to get swept up in drama going around them. We probably know or feel that every time we look around our life it seems there is nothing but drama. Let's dive into this and tips to help you break free. Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you are a parent or frie...
What Does Drama Have To Do With Trauma? Part 1 Episode #227 26.04.2022 8:09
It's not uncommon for victims and Survivors of trauma to get swept up in drama going around them. We probably know or feel that every time we look around our life it seems there is nothing but drama. Let's dive into this and tips to help you break free. Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you are a parent or friend of someone trapped in an abusive...
What Is Trauma Dumping? Episode #226 22.04.2022 19:05
Have you ever unloaded on someone about what you are going through and that person seems overwhelmed or gives a negative response? Or perhaps you don't let go of a situation or topic. This could be "Trauma Dumping". No finger pointing. Many of us do this. Let's dive into this... Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you are a parent or friend of some...
Braindumping and Job Ideas To Consider When Starting Over Episode #225 21.04.2022 36:17
Before we jump into creative job ideas we need to explore brain dumping AKA brain storming for a few reasons. Putting your ideas on paper is a great way to learn more about you and also what you would like in life. Using this technique can help you narrow down your choices and goals. Tune in to find out more! Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you...
Using A Vision Board For Healing Episode #224 21.04.2022 43:11
This episode is a special one I created for a local shelter so if I mention a person or place you can understand what I'm referring to. I hope you enjoy this! What I'm covering is how to use a Vision Board in your healing tool box and other ideas you can use for this practice. I do have a PDF if you are interested message me privately. Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that th...
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