In this powerful anonymous letter, one woman opens up about losing herself in a relationship that dimmed her light — and the quiet, courageous steps she took to rebuild her confidence, boundaries, and sense of worth. It’s a story about choosing yourself, one small act of self-love at a time, and learning that healing isn’t weakness — it’s power.

If you would also like to send in an anonymous letter to share your story of strength, resilience, or growth, please email: thepowertoherpod@gmail.com

In this podcast series, Power to her creates a space for the everyday woman to feel seen, heard and empowered. This is a place for real stories...... the challenges, the setbacks and the strength it takes to rise again. Its about opening up honest conversations around life, career, relationships, motherhood and personal growth, while giving voice to the experiences so many of us carry quietly.

Why does this space exist? because too often women face adversity in silence. Here, we share the lessons, the tools and the breakthroughs that help us turn pain into power. Each episode is about building confidence, finding resilience and reminding you that you are not alone on your journey!

This podcast is more than conversation........its a place for women who refuse to be defined by their struggles and instead choose to grow stronger through them.

If this podcast helps even just one woman then I'm doing something right.

If you have a story you would like to share, as a guest or write in anonymously please do contact me on my socials @power.to.her.pod or email thepowertoherpod@gmail.com

Enjoy and see you at episode 1.

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In this deeply moving episode of Power to Her, we explore what it’s like to grow up around addiction and abuse — and the incredible strength it takes to walk away from it as an adult.

This conversation shares the raw reality of living with a loved one’s addiction, the emotional scars that linger, and the moment you realise that protecting your own children sometimes means stepping away from someone you love.

It’s about choosing peace over pain. It’s about breaking the cycle and deciding that your story, and your children’s story, will look different.

You’ll hear how awareness turns into healing, and how setting boundaries — though painful — can also become one of the most empowering acts of love.

If this episode resonates with you, please remember that you’re not alone. Support is out there, and reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Here are some places you can find help and guidance in the UK:

We Are With You – free, confidential support for anyone affected by drugs, alcohol, or mental health struggles: wearewithyou.org.uk

Addiction Family Support – for people impacted by someone else’s addiction: addictionfamilysupport.org.uk

Refuge – 24-hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline offering confidential help for women and children: refuge.org.uk

Women’s Aid – support and information about domestic abuse: womensaid.org.uk

NSPCC – if you’re concerned about a child affected by abuse: call 0808 800 5000 or visit nspcc.org.uk

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Thank you so much for listening to this episode and for being part of the Power to Her community. These are not easy conversations, but by sharing them, we create space for healing, compassion, and change.

If you’d like to get in touch, share your own story, or simply connect, you can reach me at thepowertoherpod@gmail.com or on Instagram @the.power,to,her,pod

Until next time — take care of yourself, keep your heart open, and remember: your story has power.