Survival Mode Disrupted with Leticia R Francis

What do you do when your life looks fine on the outside—but you’re dying inside? Tracey Gromenz shares her raw journey from ignoring the pit in her stomach to choosing peace, power, and presence after a traumatic miscarriage, emotional manipulation, and years of gaslighting. This is not just a story of leaving—it’s a story of becoming. ⚠️ Why peace feels unfamiliar after chaos 💔 The silent grief...

What happens when the version of you that "has it all together" starts to crumble? Jacqueline Young joins Leticia to unpack how childhood trauma morphs into adult burnout—and why success doesn’t always mean safety. This episode dives deep into the nervous system, trauma loops, and the healing that begins after the breakdown. 🎯 Fawning, freezing, and the truth about trauma responses 🧠 How the unc...

Chelsea didn’t just survive an attack—she survived the grief of losing the life she had before it. What began as a tragic dog attack became a full-blown awakening to the reality of trauma, abandonment, and the power of reinvention. In this soul-shaking episode of Survival Mode Disrupted , Chelsea shares the brutal truth about healing—how it’s not linear, never simple, and deeply human. Here’s what...

In this soul-deep episode of Survival Mode Disrupted , Sivani walks us through the unfiltered truth of healing from chronic trauma. From gut-wrenching public breakdowns to rebuilding her body, boundaries, and brain from the ground up—this is the roadmap no one talks about. Here’s what you’ll hear: 🧠 The real reason meditation and routine didn’t work at first 💊 Why she said yes to Western medicin...

In this raw, tell-it-all episode, Shanti Refuge peels back the layers of pain, pressure, and generational programming that led to her 2018 breakdown—and the radical self-rescue that followed. You’ll hear: The dark cloud moment that started it all Why antidepressants weren’t her answer—and what was How journaling became her lifeline (and her business) Why most Black women don’t recognize they’re in...

Survival mode isn’t just trauma-driven—it’s the quiet autopilot life where emotions, thoughts, and actions run on repeat. In this electrifying episode with transformational coach Kelly Meyer, we break down how survival mode hijacks your nervous system, keeps you addicted to chaos, and traps you in toxic cycles of identity. 🚨 What survival mode really looks like (and why most people don’t realize...

Sarah Schaefer doesn’t just talk about surviving—she embodies what it means to reclaim power after a lifetime of chaos. From childhood abuse and addiction to 9/11 trauma and parenting through a health crisis, Sarah has lived what most only imagine. In this raw and redemptive episode, we talk recovery, reinvention, and radical responsibility. 💥 The 11 Shades of Meredith Grey and why we relate so d...

Regina Hiremath stayed in a toxic marriage for 23 years—navigating narcissistic abuse, generational trauma, and the quiet devastation of survival mode. But the moment she chose herself, her whole life shifted. This episode is a masterclass in courage —a reckoning with the subtle faces of abuse and a celebration of the power that emerges when a woman says: “No more.” 🔥 From childhood neglect to be...

What if the parts of you that you hate… are the very parts that saved your life? In this soul-healing episode, Leticia sits down with trauma therapist Kylie Feller to explore how Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy revolutionizes how we heal from complex trauma. 🧠 The real reason we develop people-pleasing, perfectionism, and emotional shutdown 🧘🏽‍♀️ How IFS helps survivors connect with their...

This isn’t just a story—it’s a reckoning. Daria shares her unfiltered journey from early abandonment, generational trauma, and toxic home dynamics to mental health collapse and radical healing. She pulls no punches. 💣 Surviving a father’s mental illness & cultural silence 🚨 Coping with alcohol, control, and chaos addiction 💔 Being kicked out at 17 after speaking her truth 🧠 How even a care...

Dallas Carlos joins Leticia to unravel one of the deepest roots of survival mode: the story we keep telling ourselves. From addiction and trauma to radical awareness and reinvention, this episode is a raw, soul-shaking breakdown of how the “survivor identity” keeps us trapped—and how we disrupt it for good. 🎭 Why your story is not your identity 🧠 Blame as the first addiction (and how it morphs)...

This episode is a raw, gut-wrenching journey through generational trauma, cultural silence, and the radical choice to heal out loud. Lillian shares how losing everything forced her to finally face the childhood abuse she buried deep. What she uncovered changed everything. 💔 Surviving sexual abuse and a culture of silence 🧠 Therapy, shame, and the struggle to speak 🔥 Rock bottom moments that cra...

Kelly Dockrell Brown’s story is a masterclass in radical obedience. She had the six-figure job, the Miami high-rise, and the polished LinkedIn profile. But what she didn’t have was peace. So when God said “Go”—she did. Kelly walked away from everything she knew, chose homelessness, and crossed the country in survival mode… just to obey a whisper. What she found on the other side? Freedom, purpose,...

Sandra’s story is a chilling yet powerful reminder of how survival mode isn’t just about what happened to you—it’s about how the world responded to your pain. From childhood molestation to being dismissed by the very psychologist meant to help her, Sandra's healing journey was one she had to take alone . But what she discovered along the way? Life-changing. ⚠️ Molestation, sexual assault, and emot...

What if the burnout you’re living through isn’t just a phase—but a physics problem ? In this groundbreaking conversation, Peter shares how he went from a high-flying investment banker to a man broken by survival mode—and how he clawed his way back with trauma science, organ energy, and deep self-reflection. We unpack: 🔥 What burnout really feels like when you’re still achieving ⚔️ The dangerous l...

This episode cuts deep. Marissa Conway—emergency room nurse, mother, and now author—shares the brutal truth about how parental alienation ripped her life apart. From being sent away as a teen to being accused of abuse by her ex-husband, her story reveals the silent warfare many parents endure. 💔 Growing up with emotional manipulation and trauma 🧠 The invisible onset of survival mode in adulthood...

What happens when the absence of a mother shapes your entire identity? In this deeply personal and powerfully reflective episode, Luisa shares her journey of growing up with an emotional void, enduring layers of abuse, and creating a life based solely on not wanting her kids to feel what she felt. Together, we dive into: 💔 What a mother wound actually is—and how it controls more than we think 🚫...

What happens when a scam is so subtle, so sophisticated, that even the most cautious woman falls for it—not once, but twice? In this raw and revealing episode, Zoe Michaels peels back the psychological layers of scam trauma, emotional manipulation, and the shame that follows. Here’s what you’ll hear in this powerful conversation: 💔 How a “small favor” can spiral into financial ruin 🧠 Why emotion...

What happens when you survive cancer—but still feel like you’re dying inside? Casey Kang has stared death in the face more times than most, but her real healing didn’t begin until after remission. In this unapologetic conversation, we unpack medical trauma, emotional repression, and what it really takes to rebuild your identity after years of fighting to stay alive. Highlights from this episode:...

Desi shares her powerful journey of overcoming childhood trauma, including abuse and neglect, and how she found healing through her 'Triggered by Trauma' podcast. She discusses the importance of community, self-expression, and healing circles, and offers insights into the residual impacts of trauma on her life Desi also touches on her entrepreneurial ventures and the importance of providing a safe...

LaTerra Wise brings truth with tenderness and fire with faith. In this raw and redemptive episode, she unpacks what it means to survive trauma in waves—childhood molestation, father wounds, suicidal ideation, and devastating loss—and what it takes to rise from it with purpose. In this episode, we talk about: 👧🏽 Growing up with emotional isolation and hidden depression 🧠 Experiencing molestation...

After surviving a harrowing battle with COVID that nearly took his life, Martin returned to find that the real war was only just beginning. From toxic workplace dynamics to public shaming, this is a raw, unfiltered conversation about what it really means to survive—and be punished for it. In this episode, we uncover: 💀 Surviving a near-death experience during the height of the pandemic 🧠 The inv...

Melissa’s story isn’t one of passive survival—it’s one of ruthless advocacy and soul-shattering grief. When her son—a nonverbal, medically fragile man with severe disabilities—was neglected and injured under professional care, she was told he “just fell.” No investigation. No justice. And when she dared to speak up? Society turned its blame on her. This episode is a masterclass in what it means to...

This episode is not a “church hurt” story. It’s a raw, unfiltered revelation of what happens when spiritual leaders groom vulnerable teens under the guise of love and mentorship. Claudie bravely shares how her trust was weaponized, her voice was stolen—and how she fought like hell to get it back. Highlights: 🧠 How grooming in faith communities starts with validation, not violence 🙅🏽‍♀️ The lie...

In this raw and soul-shaking episode of Survival Mode Disrupted , Cristina shares the kind of story that makes you stop, breathe, and believe again. From an abusive childhood to the unimaginable grief of losing three children, facing her husband’s infidelity, and surviving a rare form of bone cancer—Cristina takes us through every dark corner and shows us what it means to fight for light. Highligh...