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Real Talk Real Women Breaking The Silence Around Abuse

Real Talk Real Women Breaking The Silence Around Abuse

By: Gemma Serenity Gorokhoff. Inspiring victims hiding in plain sight to break free from domestic violence domestic abuse as well as abusive narcissistic and toxic relationships.
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 The Real Talk Real Women show is a valuable resource for individuals who have experienced abuse or toxic relationships and are looking for support and guidance on their healing journey. The show features strong and powerful women who have overcome their own challenges and are now helping others do the same. Gemma Serenity has such a diverse and extensive background in education and personal development. She uses her experiences and expertise to help others build confidence, self-love, and success in various areas of their lives. The mission of this show is to raise awareness about abuse and provide support for individuals who have experienced it, by making a positive impact in the world.

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  • Stacy Peasall on Building Healthy Relationships with Wisdom and Faith

    Stacy Peasall on Building Healthy Relationships with Wisdom and Faith
    Oct 10 2025
    Podcast SummaryWhen Stacy Peasall was 18, she dreamt of designing fashion, but found herself navigating the painful aftermath of misplaced trust and societal norms that silenced her intuition. Now, as a faith-based women's relationship coach and survivor of sexual abuse and domestic violence, Stacy shares her compelling journey from victimhood to empowerment. Join us as we hear how Stacy transformed her sensitivity and empathy into strengths, reclaiming her voice and inspiring others to break the silence around abuse. Her contributions to the "Breaking the Silence: Voices of Survivors" project serve as a beacon of hope for anyone seeking to embrace their inner strength.Through powerful personal stories and discussion, this episode underscores the essential journey from victim mentality to reclaiming personal power and self-esteem. We discuss setting healthy boundaries and maintaining effective communication while staying true to oneself. Stacy introduces us to the Wise Woman Community, a space inspired by Proverbs 14:1, dedicated to fostering connections among women. The conversation culminates with insights on manifesting a healthy relationship through personal growth and spiritual connection. With heartfelt stories of resilience and gratitude, we explore the hard work and commitment required to build rewarding partnerships founded on mutual respect and shared values.Gemma’s Gem is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Stacy Peasall’s bioStacy Peasall is a Faith-Based Women’s Relationship Coach and the founder of the Wise Woman Community, a safe space for strong, independent women seeking harmony in their relationships. With 11 years dedicated to transforming relationships, Stacy’s own journey of overcoming trauma, narcissism, domestic violence, and relationship hurdles—fortified by her faith and certifications in Transformational Life Coaching and Sex, Love, and Relationship Coaching—has deeply informed her approach. A bestselling author, speaker, wife, and grandmother, she blends faith-based wisdom with scientifically proven strategies to help women build homes filled with peace, love, and connection, grounded in Proverbs 14:1.Highlights(05:14) Developing Intuition Through Experience(10:58) Reclaiming Power Through Personal Responsibility(16:23) Breaking the SilenceThanks for reading Gemma’s Gem! This post is public so feel free to share it.Chapters(00:00:02) - Finding Strength After Abuse (11 Minutes)This chapter introduces Stacy Peasall, a survivor of sexual abuse and domestic violence, who now works as a faith-based women's relationship coach. We explore Stacy's journey from being an 18-year-old, eager to pursue a career in fashion, to becoming a victim due to naivety and misplaced trust in older individuals. Stacy reflects on the societal norms that discouraged her from listening to her intuition, leading to traumatic experiences. She discusses the transformative moment when she finally trusted her inner voice, recognizing her sensitivity and empathetic nature as strengths rather than weaknesses. Additionally, Stacy is part of a collaborative project called "Breaking the Silence: Voices of Survivors," where she contributes her story to inspire others. Through her work, Stacy empowers women to reclaim their voices and embrace their inner strength.(00:10:58) - Breaking the Silence on Abuse (16 Minutes)This chapter explores the transformative journey of reclaiming personal power and self-esteem by moving beyond a victim mentality and taking personal responsibility. Through personal development and growth, I emphasize the importance of setting healthy boundaries and effective communication without losing one's true self. The conversation highlights the creation of the Wise Woman Community, inspired by Proverbs 14:1, as a supportive space for women to connect and share experiences. By breaking the silence around abuse and understanding the detrimental effects of unhealed trauma, we underscore the necessity of healing and building a strong spiritual foundation. This foundation, in turn, enables individuals to attract and maintain healthy relationships.(00:27:11) - Manifesting a Healthy Relationship (1 Minutes)This chapter explores the journey towards a fulfilling marriage by emphasizing the importance of personal growth and spiritual connection. We discuss the idea of not giving up on marriage and the significance of staying committed until the end. A guest shares her personal story of how, after working on herself and strengthening her vertical connection with her faith, she was able to attract a loving and respectful partner who shares her Christian values. We highlight the miracle and blessing of such a relationship, acknowledging that it requires both partners to have strong individual connections with their faith, which in turn solidifies their horizontal relationship. The conversation concludes with ...
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  • S14E210 Kelly Meerbott's Path to Self-Discovery and Empowerment with "YOU - Loud & Clear, Inc."

    S14E210 Kelly Meerbott's Path to Self-Discovery and Empowerment with "YOU - Loud & Clear, Inc."
    Sep 25 2025
    SummaryIn this powerful conversation, trusted advisor to founders, entrepreneurs, senior leaders, and the C-Suite who activate the human spirit and help them navigate pivotal change Kelly Meerbott shares how she transformed compounded trauma, everyday misogyny, and a serious post-collision injury into embodied boundaries, calm authority, and service. She details practical ways survivors can protect their energy, advocate in medical systems, and respond to harassment without surrendering power. Together, you and Kelly explore identity, receiving as a spiritual discipline, and the discipline of slowing down to remove “rush energy.” The episode closes with clear ways to connect with Kelly, plus your personal story of stepping from host to visible teacher, affirmations, and reading signs from the universe.Gemma’s Gem is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Chapters of this episode00:00:00 Introduction Your Love Again with Confidence invitation https://loveagain.me, the show’s intent, and introducing Kelly Meerbott with focus on abuse context.00:01:08 Kelly’s Origin and Scope of HarmKelly frames her work as a trauma-informed advisor, references three sexual assaults, wider emotional and verbal abuse, and her stance as a survivor.00:03:00 Everyday Misogyny, Boundaries, and “Block-Delete IRL”Normalization of harassment, DM responses, woman-to-woman harm patterns, and using consequences without engaging. Includes your shared boundary language.00:08:52 Calm Authority and Alpha TonalityKelly’s security-line story illustrates flat, steady delivery that asserts leadership without escalation, plus the principle of not accepting invitations to arguments.00:11:47 The Airport Car Incident and AftermathDetailed account of being struck by a car’s mirror, the chaotic scene, later pain and alignment issues, and the long arc of treatment.00:16:57 Lessons Learned: Advocacy, Self-Care, and The Right CliniciansWhy to file reports despite shock, why yelling heightens cortisol, and how to persist until a clinician truly listens, especially for women.00:19:34 Energy Stewardship, Betrayal, and Removing RushTightening circles, protecting access to your energy, the complexity of child-to-parent abuse, hypervigilance, and eliminating “rush energy” from life and leadership.00:26:42 Receiving, Identity, and Closing Calls to ActionHow to find Kelly and her tools at https://kellymeerbott.com/, stepping forward as teacher, the law of giving and receiving, the “Queen” embodiment, and welcoming clear signs from the universe. Episode close and community invite to https://loveagain.me.Gemma’s Gem is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Highlights* Survivor stance over victim identity — “If you have shown me who you are, I believe you.” 00:03:57 - 00:05:52* Boundary script — “Thank you for showing me who you are,” then block and delete. 00:03:57 - 00:05:52* Woman-to-woman harm and internalized patriarchy named clearly. 00:05:52 - 00:06:48* Alpha tonality in action — calm voice, firm lines, no escalation: “I am not your target audience.” 00:08:52 - 00:11:02* Crisis learning — file the report even when overwhelmed. 00:15:03 - 00:17:09* Medical advocacy — keep searching until a clinician listens. A female doctor finally connected knee pain to the incident. 00:17:48 - 00:19:34* Energy stewardship — not everyone earns access to you. Protect your field like you would a child. 00:20:40 - 00:21:46* Remove rush energy — it is programming that does not serve your nervous system or leadership. 00:24:09 - 00:25:53* Receiving as abundance — treat compliments like money, say thank you, keep the flow open. 00:34:02 - 00:35:01* Identity embodiment — “I am a Queen” mirrored back by life in real time. 00:35:01 - 00:35:48* Daily invocation — “Universe, I am open and ready… I request a clear sign today.” 00:35:48 - 00:36:53About the host and the podcastLearn more about and connect with Gemma Serenity Gorokhoff, the host of Real Talk Real Women Breaking the Silence Around Abusehttps://gemmaserenity.comDo you care about getting featured on this podcast?Apply here:https://apply.realtalk-realwomen.comSupport the podcast and its mission; become a sponsor or a supporter:Learn more here:https://sponsors.realtalk-realwomen.comOriginal speaker page with pictures:https://gemmasgem.substack.com/p/kelly-meerbotts-path-to-self-discovery Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe
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    38 mins
  • S14E209 Exclusive Interview of author Katrina Collier

    S14E209 Exclusive Interview of author Katrina Collier
    Sep 10 2025

    Main Topics covered in this exclusive interview of Katrina Collier

    * Overcoming Narcissistic Childhood Abuse: Katrina shares her journey as a survivor and "victor" of physical and emotional abuse from her mother, highlighting the difference between discipline and abuse and the effects of growing up in a dysfunctional household.

    * Healing and Self-Mastery: Katrina explains the process of healing from core childhood wounds, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, self-forgiveness, and using tools like inner child work, affirmations, and energy healing.

    * Transforming Pain into Purpose: The interview discusses how healing can enable individuals to rewrite their narrative, reclaim their power, and even avoid the misdiagnosis of physical symptoms that originate from emotional trauma.

    * Practical Healing Tools: Katrina stresses actively engaging with healing tools provided by professionals, such as EFT, craniosacral therapy, affirmations, and inner child dialogues, rather than just attending sessions.

    * Trigger Awareness: Katrina and Gemma discuss the importance of recognizing and working through triggers, using self-compassion and curiosity as pathways out of emotional suffering.

    Katrina Collier’s bio

    Katrina Collier is an author, global keynote speaker and facilitator renowned for championing human connection in hiring and mental health. In her debut memoir, The Damage of Words, Katrina shares her 12-year healing journey, detailing her recovery from narcissistic childhood abuse, complex PTSD and self-loathing. She explores diverse healing modalities, past lives, DNA-level trauma, and her high sensitivity and spiritual gifts, offering research-backed insights and hope to inspire others to transform pain into empowerment and reclaim their worth.

    Connect with Katrina

    On her website: https://katrinacollier.com

    “The Damage Of Words” website: https://thedamageofwords.com/

    On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katrinamcollier/

    About the host and the podcast

    Learn more about and connect with Gemma Serenity Gorokhoff, the host of Real Talk Real Women Breaking the Silence Around Abuse

    https://gemmaserenity.com

    Do you care about getting featured on this podcast?

    Apply here:

    https://apply.realtalk-realwomen.com

    Support the podcast and its mission; become a sponsor or a supporter:

    Learn more here:

    https://sponsors.realtalk-realwomen.com

    Original speaker page with pictures:

    https://gemmasgem.substack.com/p/exclusive-interview-katrina-collier



    Get full access to Gemma’s Gem at gemmasgem.substack.com/subscribe
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    28 mins
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