Diana Baker shares how she recognized and overcame years of narcissistic abuse and the physical toll it took. She reveals the pivotal moment she chose healing through core energetics therapy and her mission to support women escaping trauma via her nonprofit, Start Over Girl, providing essentials and holistic care.

• How mental and emotional abuse can physically impact your body and health.
• How childhood wounds influence adult relationships and self-worth.
• The role of somatic therapy in releasing trauma stored in your body.

00:00:00 Introduction

00:02:45 The physical toll of abuse manifested with cysts and poor health

00:04:06 Core energetics therapy helps Diana release trauma held in her body

00:05:24 Diana has a pivotal moment deciding to study therapy and heal

00:07:54 Discussion on childhood wounds influencing adult relationships

00:08:44 Diana reflects on abandonment issues from her father's absence

00:09:41 Realization of inner strength and breaking patterns in abusive marriage

00:10:53 The impact of childhood meanings on self-worth and relationships

00:12:11 Building connection with higher self and finding strength to leave

00:12:55 Diana describes leaving her abusive home with four children

00:14:22 Timeline of healing journey and gradual transformation over 3 years

00:16:39 Diana emphasizes the importance of decision and self-commitment

00:20:49 Starting nonprofit Start Over Girl to help women escape domestic abuse

00:21:30 Holistic approach combining therapy, nutrition, and practical support

00:22:43 Diana discusses balancing motherhood with her healing and work

Diana's bio

Diana Angela Becker is an Accredited Certified Somatic Practitioner with over 15 years of experience. She helps her clients break old defenses, banish negative thoughts and release held trauma from the body. She is passionate about helping her clients find newfound freedom from within through the process of self-forgiveness, recognition of self-worth and connection to higher power. They create the lives they desire and deserve.

Connect with Diana

Website Start Over Girl 501c3: https://dreambiglife.kartra.com/page/dcH403

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-becker-6567a5239/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/diana.buonocore.5
Tel/Text: +1 (845) 671-6061
Email: [email protected]

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

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