Rising Above Shadows Of Abuse

Grace Ovba
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Rising Above Shadows Of Abuse Show with Grace Ovba, is about the topical issues of abuse prevalent in our society and culture. The impact on lives and possible reformation strategies. The show portrays real life stories of exceptional valiant women, who suffered pain, shame, trauma and guilt. Some of these individuals, used the tools of healing, forgiveness and compassion to serve as a positive propellant to actualising their dreams and breaking barriers in their various fields of human endeavours. Each episode showcases case studies, stories, inspirational talks; involving interviews, conversations, solo/panel sessions with survivors, everyday people, professionals, charities, thought leaders and notable guests(Celebrities) KEY TAKEAWAYS "Abuse changes your life... Fight back and change the life of your abusers by breaking your silence on abuse" - Patty Rase Hopson ''So many people suffer abuse and suffer alone'' -Pamela Stephenson ''To those who abuse: The sin is yours, the crime is yours and the shame is yours. To those who protect the perpetrators: blaming the victim only masks the evil within, making you as guilty as those who abuse. Stand up for the innocent or go down with the rest.'' - Flora Jessop #I take back my power #Voice for the Voiceless #Resilience #Courage #Mental health ABOUT THE HOST - GRACE OVBA Grace is a survivor of Domestic Violence, who is passionate about using her experiences to pave the way for other victims who are stuck in any form of abusive situations. She is a transformational coach, mentor, author, inspirational speaker and mother. She has a background in education, law and psychotherapy. She's on a mission to bring healing and wholeness to bruised and broken women. Registered member of BACP (British Association For Counselling and Psychotherapy) Registered member of Law Society UK Connect via email: risingaboveshadowsofabuse@gmail.com Social media platforms: twitter @risinaboveabuse YouTube @risingaboveshadowsofabuse Patreon @risingaboveshadowsofabuse.com

  1. 11h ago

    "Be Strong: When Survival Becomes Identity"

    Grace sits with Wioletta Anna Orlecka, the author of 'The Strong One.' She explores on this episode, the woven intricacies of hidden architecture of trauma - Childhood, memory, body memory, inherited silence and the way women are expected to hold everything together, whilst receiving nothing in return... QUOTES: “The body keeps the score.” — Bessel van der Kolk “Trauma is not what happens to you, but what happens inside you as a result of what happens to you.” — Gabor Maté “No one heals in isolation.” — Judith Herman “What is silenced in one generation is often spoken in symptoms in the next.” — Ann Shulgin "A woman who tells the truth always provokes more discomfort than the man who hurt her." 'Be Strong' - Wioletta Orlecka "Social systems share one feature: they trust men more than exhausted women" - 'Be Strong'- Wioletta Orlecka. "Steel is the derivatives of survival"- 'Be Strong' - Wioletta Orlecka "Survivors create their own systems of support and own maps of survival" -'Be Strong' - Wioletta Orlecka "A strong woman is one who was ignored long enough; learnt how to survive and thrive on her own terms." - Grace Ovba KEY PODCAST TAKEAWAYS: Strength is often mis-defined as silent endurance rather than supported survival.Trauma is not only psychological—it is stored in the body and expressed through reactions, triggers, and patterns.Many survivors become experts in functioning, not healing.Injustice deepens when experiences are not named or witnessed.Family systems can hold both love and harm simultaneously, creating emotional confusion.Generational trauma often begins with silence, not violence alone.Healing begins when experience is finally acknowledged without minimisation.Women are often socially rewarded for endurance and punished for needing help.Survival is not heroic—it is adaptive.True healing requires safety, not just awareness. JOURNAL PROMPTS: Where in my life did I learn to equate strength with silence? What responsibilities do I carry that no one sees or acknowledges? When did I first feel I had to “hold everything together” alone? What emotions did I learn to hide to stay accepted or safe? What does my body remember that my mind avoids? What kind of support did I need but never receive? Where do I confuse love with endurance? What would safety look like in my current life? What generational patterns do I carry that I did not choose? What would “being strong” look like if it included asking for help? Free Book "The Strong One"- By Wioletta Anna Orlecka: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QiHzPEfhsEvAGgkPj98B0UZK9lHoT1X_/view?usp=sharing Book a therapy and, or coaching session via my website: https://www.freedom4betterlife.com/ MBACP- Certified. (British Association For Counselling & Psychotherapy) Contacts For RASA: +447984098577 Email: risingaboveshadowsofabuse@gmail.com To contribute, use #participation to be a guest, # feedback or comment on the subject title. To share your story on the podcast, kindly send an email to: risingaboveshadowsofabuse@gmail.com - using #STORY for subject title. Kindly subscribe and leave reviews on Spotify, Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/rising-above-shadows-of-abuse/id1592540880 Follow RASA Podcast on social media. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Realrasa1/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rasareal1/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/risinaboveabuse TikTok: https://tiktok.com/risingaboveshadowsofabuse YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UColB9fTRkBSuon4lfsFaSJw Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/risingaboveshadowsofabuse/ Patreon: https://patreon.com/risingaboveshadowsofabuseEmail: risingaboveshadowsofabuse@gmail.com

  2. Sep 3

    From Pain To Pages: How Storytelling Heals Hidden Wounds

    David Deane Haskell is Grace's guest in today's episode and the theme is deeply aligned with survival, truth-telling and emotional healing. - Perfect for creating a powerful, impactful conversation that resonates with listeners on a personal level. QUOTES “The pain we don’t face becomes the life we live.” — Dean Haskett “Shame survives in silence, but it cannot survive truth.” — Dean Haskett “Healing begins the moment you stop pretending you’re not hurt.” — Dean Haskett “We carry the past not because we want to, but because we haven’t been shown how to let it go.” — David Deane Haskell “Addiction is often the language of unspoken pain.” — David Deane Haskell “Your story doesn’t end where the pain begins.” — David Deane Haskell “What you totally avoid today will ask for your attention tomorrow.” - Grace Ovba PODCAST KEY TAKEAWAYS Unresolved pain doesn’t disappear—it transforms and resurfaces until it is acknowledged. Addiction is often a symptom, not the root cause. Shame thrives in silence but loses power when spoken. Healing is not linear—it is a long, ongoing process. Storytelling can be a powerful pathway to understanding and release. Facing the truth is painful, but avoidance is often more destructive. You are not defined by what happened to you—but by what you choose to do with it. JOURNAL PROMPTS What pain have I been avoiding, and why? Where does shame show up in my life? What patterns in my life might be rooted in past experiences? When did I first learn to suppress my emotions? What would it feel like to tell my story honestly? What am I afraid will happen if I face my past? How has silence shaped my life? What does healing look like for me right now—not perfectly, but realistically? What am I still carrying that no longer serves me? If I could speak to my younger self, what would I say? What does forgiveness mean to me—if anything? Where in my life am I ready to begin again? What support do I need to continue my healing journey? What truth have I been afraid to admit? How can I begin to release even a small piece of my pain today? Book a therapy and, or coaching session via my website: https://www.freedom4betterlife.com/ MBACP- Certified. (British Association For Counselling & Psychotherapy) Contacts For RASA: +447984098577 Email: risingaboveshadowsofabuse@gmail.com To contribute, use #participation to be a guest, # feedback or comment on the subject title. To share your story on the podcast, kindly send an email to: risingaboveshadowsofabuse@gmail.com - using #STORY for subject title. Kindly subscribe and leave reviews on Spotify, Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/rising-above-shadows-of-abuse/id1592540880 Follow RASA Podcast on social media. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Realrasa1/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rasareal1/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/risinaboveabuse TikTok: https://tiktok.com/risingaboveshadowsofabuse YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UColB9fTRkBSuon4lfsFaSJw Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/risingaboveshadowsofabuse/ Patreon: https://patreon.com/risingaboveshadowsofabuseEmail: risingaboveshadowsofabuse@gmail.com

  3. Aug 27

    National News On Abuse UK

    Grace explores various national newsreels on abuse in the UK. Stories about femicide, child abuse, domestic abuse, rape and sexual assault, mental health issues and economic abuse. Book a therapy and, or coaching session via my website: https://www.freedom4betterlife.com/ MBACP- Certified. (British Association For Counselling & Psychotherapy) Contacts For RASA: +447984098577 Email: risingaboveshadowsofabuse@gmail.com To contribute, use #participation to be a guest, # feedback or comment on the subject title. To share your story on the podcast, kindly send an email to: risingaboveshadowsofabuse@gmail.com - using #STORY for subject title. Kindly subscribe and leave reviews on Spotify, Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/rising-above-shadows-of-abuse/id1592540880 Follow RASA Podcast on social media. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Realrasa1/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rasareal1/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/risinaboveabuse TikTok: https://tiktok.com/risingaboveshadowsofabuse YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UColB9fTRkBSuon4lfsFaSJw Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/risingaboveshadowsofabuse/ Patreon: https://patreon.com/risingaboveshadowsofabuseEmail: risingaboveshadowsofabuse@gmail.com

  4. Aug 20

    "Seen, Safe, Heard: The Missing Layer Of School Safeguarding"

    On today's episode, Grace sits with Chris Yardon the director of Saprea to talk about child sexual abuse and school safety; which is often shrouded in bureaucracy... Podcast Key Takeaways: 1. Safety is not just physical—it is relational A school can be physically secure and still be psychologically unsafe. If a child cannot speak, they are not truly safe. 2. Emotional safety drives disclosure Children disclose harm where they feel: believed, respected and not judged. Without emotional safety, safeguarding systems fail before they begin. 3. Silence, stigma, and fear increase risk These are not side issues—they are core risk factors. They delay disclosure, deepen harm, and protect perpetrators. 4. Isolation increases vulnerability Students who feel different, excluded, or misunderstood are at higher risk—particularly: neuro-divergent students, students with SEND; socially marginalised young people. Belonging is not optional—it is protective. 5. School climate is a safeguarding issue. Culture determines: whether harm is noticed, whether it is reported and whether it is addressed. Climate is not “soft”—it is structural. 6. Prevention happens before crisis Real safeguarding looks like: early noticing, trusted relationships, open conversations and accessible reporting. If we wait for evidence of harm, we are already late. 7. Trauma is compounded by not being believed Institutional silence or dismissal can deepen trauma as much as the original harm. 8. Prevention is not ideological—it is evidence-based The focus is simple: reduce risk, increase protection, strengthen trust and enable early disclosure. Quotable Quotes: “The greatest risk in a school is not what is seen—it’s what is silenced.” “A child who cannot speak is a child who is not safe.” “Safeguarding does not begin with policy. It begins with trust.” “Silence is not neutrality—it is a condition where harm survives.” “Emotional safety is not a luxury. It is the gateway to protection.” “Most abuse is not prevented by surveillance—but by disclosure.” “If a child fears the response, they will protect the silence.” “Belonging is not just wellbeing—it is a protective factor.” “Systems don’t just respond to harm—they can create the conditions for it.” “The question is not ‘Did we follow procedure?’ but ‘Did the child feel safe enough to speak?’” “Prevention is quiet. It happens long before anyone is watching.” Contact Chris Yardon: Website: https://saprea.org/ Instagram: https://applink.instagram.com/saprea_org?ig_mid=D501F206-AB02-42E8-A4AE-B946A84CDA86&utm_source=igweb&fall_back_to_web=false Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/100069905483802/posts/pfbid02PxPys93KVKdxYs47UvugajeLmfPs7VHFpB6yHjazcTnQWAtWkymH6ZHMuBzEdjtCl/ Linkedln: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-yadon-mpa-3533937 Contacts For RASA: +447984098577 Book a therapy and, or coaching session via my website: https://www.freedom4betterlife.com/ MBACP- Certified. (British Association For Counselling & Psychotherapy) Email: risingaboveshadowsofabuse@gmail.com To contribute, use #participation to be a guest, # feedback or comment on the subject title. To share your story on the podcast, kindly send an email to: risingaboveshadowsofabuse@gmail.com - using #STORY for subject title. Kindly subscribe and leave reviews on Spotify, Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/rising-above-shadows-of-abuse/id1592540880 Follow RASA Podcast on social media. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Realrasa1/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rasareal1/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/risinaboveabuse TikTok: https://tiktok.com/risingaboveshadowsofabuse YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UColB9fTRkBSuon4lfsFaSJw Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/risingaboveshadowsofabuse/ Patreon: https://patreon.com/risingaboveshadowsofabuseEmail: risingaboveshadowsofabuse@gmail.com

  5. Aug 13

    AI for Trauma Awareness: Dr. Turner on Using Technology to Detect Coercive Control

    Grace is joined in today's episode by Dr. Lisa Turner — a survivor, an award-winning coach and founder of CET Freedom. Her work sits at the cutting edge of trauma awareness, where artificial intelligence meets lived experience. Having survived trafficking and grooming as a teenager, Dr. Turner has transformed her journey into a mission: to make the invisible visible. Through precision-built AI tools, she is helping uncover the subtle, often overlooked patterns of coercive control within relationships — patterns that can be difficult to name, yet deeply significant. ` Quotes “AI can hold far more variables in view at once, making it easier to identify patterns that might otherwise go unnoticed.” — Dr. Turner“Rather than relying on generic chatbots, my work focuses on structured models that reflect what truly happens within and between human minds.” — Dr. Turner“Carefully designed AI systems can support deeper awareness and meaningful change — turning insight into action.” — Dr. Turner Key Takeaways AI Reveals the Invisible Artificial intelligence can identify subtle relational and behavioral patterns that are often missed by the human eye, especially in cases of coercive control. Structured Intelligence Over Generic Tools Dr. Turner’s work goes beyond standard AI chatbots by using structured psychological and behavioural models that reflect real human dynamics. Clarity Through Complexity Her AI systems are designed to hold multiple variables at once, offering deeper insight and faster decision-making clarity. Lived Experience as Innovation Her personal journey through trauma informs the authenticity, depth, and effectiveness of her work. A New Frontier in Personal Development CET Freedom’s AI tools are reshaping coaching, leadership, and personal growth by integrating trauma awareness with advanced technology. Journal Prompts Reflect on a relationship where something felt “off” but was difficult to explain. What patterns do you now recognize in hindsight?How could technology — particularly AI — support your personal growth, healing, or decision-making process?Write about a moment when increased awareness (through insight, support, or tools) helped you reclaim your power. Contact Dr. Lisa Turner: Website: https://cetfreedom.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cetfreedom Linkedln: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cetfreedom/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlisaturner/ Linkedln: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liturner Twitter / X: https://x.com/DrLisaTurner TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlisaturner Book a therapy and, or coaching session via my website: https://www.freedom4betterlife.com/ MBACP- Certified. (British Association For Counselling & Psychotherapy) Contacts For RASA: +447984098577 Email: risingaboveshadowsofabuse@gmail.com To contribute, use #participation to be a guest, # feedback or comment on the subject title. To share your story on the podcast, kindly send an email to: risingaboveshadowsofabuse@gmail.com - using #STORY for subject title. Kindly subscribe and leave reviews on Spotify, Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/rising-above-shadows-of-abuse/id1592540880 Follow RASA Podcast on social media. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Realrasa1/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rasareal1/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/risinaboveabuse TikTok: https://tiktok.com/risingaboveshadowsofabuse YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UColB9fTRkBSuon4lfsFaSJw Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/risingaboveshadowsofabuse/ Patreon: https://patreon.com/risingaboveshadowsofabuseEmail: risingaboveshadowsofabuse@gmail.com

  6. Aug 6

    World News On Abuse

    Grace explores global newsreels on abuse, from Australia, Burma, Hong Kong, India, Myanmar, Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines, Poland, UK and USA. The stories include femicide, rape, gender abuse, climate change, child molestation, human trafficking and law reforms. Book a therapy and, or coaching session via my website: https://www.freedom4betterlife.com/ MBACP- Certified. (British Association For Counselling & Psychotherapy) Contacts For RASA: +447984098577 Email: risingaboveshadowsofabuse@gmail.com To contribute, use #participation to be a guest, # feedback or comment on the subject title. To share your story on the podcast, kindly send an email to: risingaboveshadowsofabuse@gmail.com - using #STORY for subject title. Kindly subscribe and leave reviews on Spotify, Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/rising-above-shadows-of-abuse/id1592540880 Follow RASA Podcast on social media. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Realrasa1/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rasareal1/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/risinaboveabuse TikTok: https://tiktok.com/risingaboveshadowsofabuse YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UColB9fTRkBSuon4lfsFaSJw Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/risingaboveshadowsofabuse/ Patreon: https://patreon.com/risingaboveshadowsofabuseEmail: risingaboveshadowsofabuse@gmail.com

  7. Aug 6

    "Blood, Silence, & Survival: The Story Behind Blood Orphan"

    Grace sits with Dr. Ashley S. Glosson, an infectious diseases scientist, global health expert and memoirist. She is the author of "Blood Orphans." A harrowing true story of growing up trapped inside a home ruled by fear, violence, secrecy and psychological terror. Behind the image of a respected, educated and affluent family, she and her siblings endured years of abuse that stole their innocence far too soon... This is more than a story of survival, it is about what happens after trauma and lasting scars of childhood violence and breaking free from generational cycles of abuse. It explores, resilience, faith and the lasting impact of adversity and the healing it takes... CONGRATULATIONS!!! Rising Above Shadows Of Abuse (RASA) We have reached a major milestone - 250 Episode! To all our amazing listeners and viewers, thank you from the bottom of my heart, for being part of this journey. Your support, encouragement, messages and continued connection with the podcast, have made every episode meaningful. This milestone is possible because of YOU. The journey continues - expect more inspiring conversations, inspiring guests, fresh perspectives, unforgettable moments and content that continues to inform, entertain and connect our community. Thank you for being part of the family. Here's to the next chapter! Quotes "Our past may shape us, but it does not have to define us" - Dr. Ashley S. Glosson, Author of "Blood Orphan." “The wound is the place where the Light enters you.” — Rumi “You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.” — Maya Angelou “Turn your wounds into wisdom.” — Oprah Winfrey “What happened to you was not your fault. But healing is your responsibility.” — Dr. Thema Bryant “Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls.” — Khalil Gibran “Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen.” — Brené Brown “Your story is what you have, what you will always have.” — Michelle Obama “Rock bottom became the solid foundation on which I rebuilt my life.” — J.K. Rowling Key Takeaways Survivors can carry immense responsibility at a very young age. Abuse can exist behind “perfect” or “respectable” family images. Silence is often a survival mechanism—not weakness. Healing is not linear—it’s built piece by piece. Success does not erase trauma, but it can coexist with healing. Breaking silence is a powerful act of reclaiming identity. Protecting others as a child often leads to delayed self-healing. Resilience is not about minimising pain—it’s about facing it. Sharing your story can become a pathway for others to heal. Journal Prompts What does “rising above” mean to me personally? What parts of my story have I kept silent, and why? When did I first learn to protect others before myself? What does safety feel like to me today? How has my past shaped my strength? What would my younger self need to hear from me now? Where am I still minimising my pain? What does healing look like in this season of my life? Who can I trust with my truth? What does resilience mean beyond survival? How can I begin reclaiming my voice? What boundaries do I need to feel safe? What am I ready to release? How do I define my identity beyond my trauma? What does “freedom” look like for me emotionally? Contact Dr. Ashley S. Glosson: https://ashleyglosson-author.com/ Book a therapy and, or coaching session via my website: https://www.freedom4betterlife.com/ MBACP- Certified. (British Association For Counselling & Psychotherapy) Contacts For RASA: +447984098577 Email: risingaboveshadowsofabuse@gmail.com To contribute, use #participation to be a guest, # feedback or comment on the subject title. To share your story on the podcast, kindly send an email to: risingaboveshadowsofabuse@gmail.com - using #STORY for subject title. Kindly subscribe and leave reviews on Spotify, Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/rising-above-shadows-of-abuse/id1592540880 Follow RASA Podcast on social media. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Realrasa1/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rasareal1/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/risinaboveabuse TikTok: https://tiktok.com/risingaboveshadowsofabuse YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UColB9fTRkBSuon4lfsFaSJw Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/risingaboveshadowsofabuse/ Patreon: https://patreon.com/risingaboveshadowsofabuseEmail: risingaboveshadowsofabuse@gmail.com

  8. Jul 30

    "From Burnout To Biology: How We Recode Emotional Pain"

    Grace sits with our special guest today, Elsa Valentine, the founder of INNATE, a vision exploring emotional intelligence, self-dialogue, and the relationship between healing, technology, and human connection. Her work has been shaped by a deeply personal journey through wellness, entrepreneurship, burnout, recovery, and the understanding that fascination can act as a compass toward purpose. Drawing from experiences in the nutrition and startup world; she is passionate about redefining growth and wellness through the lens of nervous system safety, self-compassion, and sustainable expansion. The heart of her work is a curiosity about what helps people reconnect with their innate wisdom, humanity, and sense of self in an increasingly performance-driven world. Quotes Neuroscience & emotional truth “The body keeps the score.” — Bessel van der Kolk (Key idea: emotional experience is stored somatically, not just mentally) “Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response.” — Viktor E. Frankl (Core of emotional agency and identity transformation) “Neurons that fire together, wire together.” — Donald Hebb (Foundational principle of neuroplasticity) “We are not our emotions; we are the awareness behind them.” — often attributed to mindfulness teachings (Jon Kabat-Zinn influenced) (Useful framing for emotional detachment without suppression) Identity & transformation framing “Identity is not discovered, it is constructed through repetition and meaning.” — modern neuroscience synthesis (not a single author) “What we cannot feel, we will repeat.” — trauma-informed therapy principle (Used in somatic psychology) Key Takeaways for Listeners 1. The body is not betraying you—it is communicating with you Physical symptoms often appear when emotional suppression becomes chronic. 2. Emotional suppression has a biological cost Stress hormones, nervous system dysregulation, fatigue, anxiety, and burnout often reflect unresolved emotional load. 3. Identity is plastic, not fixed Through repetition, reflection, and guided emotional dialogue, identity patterns can be rewired. 4. Healing is not only reflection—it is retraining Tools like guided “past/present/future self” dialogue help create new neural pathways. 5. Safety comes before transformation The nervous system cannot evolve in chronic threat; regulation is foundational. 6. Storytelling is a biological intervention Narrative integration helps the brain reorganise memory, meaning, and emotional charge. 7. Emotional literacy is a survival skill for Gen Z & millennials Not optional—essential for relationships, work, and self-leadership. Journal Prompts: Awareness & body connection What physical sensations do I experience when I suppress emotion? Where in my body do I feel stress before I can name it emotionally? Emotional pattern recognition What emotional patterns keep repeating in my relationships or work? When do I override my emotional needs to stay “functional”? Identity exploration What identity did I build to stay safe in my environment? Which parts of me feel most disconnected from my “true self”? Future self integration What would my emotionally regulated future self do differently today? What habits would my healed self refuse to continue? Rewriting narratives What story do I tell myself about why I can’t change? If that story were no longer true, what would become possible? Contact Elsa Valentine: Website - www.innate.love Instagram - @ be.innate Book a therapy and, or coaching session via my website: https://www.freedom4betterlife.com/ MBACP- Certified. (British Association For Counselling & Psychotherapy) Contacts For RASA: +447984098577 Email: risingaboveshadowsofabuse@gmail.com To contribute, use #participation to be a guest, # feedback or comment on the subject title. To share your story on the podcast, kindly send an email to: risingaboveshadowsofabuse@gmail.com - using #STORY for subject title. Kindly subscribe and leave reviews on Spotify, Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/rising-above-shadows-of-abuse/id1592540880 Follow RASA Podcast on social media. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Realrasa1/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rasareal1/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/risinaboveabuse TikTok: https://tiktok.com/risingaboveshadowsofabuse YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UColB9fTRkBSuon4lfsFaSJw Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/risingaboveshadowsofabuse/ Patreon: https://patreon.com/risingaboveshadowsofabuseEmail: risingaboveshadowsofabuse@gmail.com

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Rising Above Shadows Of Abuse Show with Grace Ovba, is about the topical issues of abuse prevalent in our society and culture. The impact on lives and possible reformation strategies. The show portrays real life stories of exceptional valiant women, who suffered pain, shame, trauma and guilt. Some of these individuals, used the tools of healing, forgiveness and compassion to serve as a positive propellant to actualising their dreams and breaking barriers in their various fields of human endeavours. Each episode showcases case studies, stories, inspirational talks; involving interviews, conversations, solo/panel sessions with survivors, everyday people, professionals, charities, thought leaders and notable guests(Celebrities) KEY TAKEAWAYS "Abuse changes your life... Fight back and change the life of your abusers by breaking your silence on abuse" - Patty Rase Hopson ''So many people suffer abuse and suffer alone'' -Pamela Stephenson ''To those who abuse: The sin is yours, the crime is yours and the shame is yours. To those who protect the perpetrators: blaming the victim only masks the evil within, making you as guilty as those who abuse. Stand up for the innocent or go down with the rest.'' - Flora Jessop #I take back my power #Voice for the Voiceless #Resilience #Courage #Mental health ABOUT THE HOST - GRACE OVBA Grace is a survivor of Domestic Violence, who is passionate about using her experiences to pave the way for other victims who are stuck in any form of abusive situations. She is a transformational coach, mentor, author, inspirational speaker and mother. She has a background in education, law and psychotherapy. She's on a mission to bring healing and wholeness to bruised and broken women. Registered member of BACP (British Association For Counselling and Psychotherapy) Registered member of Law Society UK Connect via email: risingaboveshadowsofabuse@gmail.com Social media platforms: twitter @risinaboveabuse YouTube @risingaboveshadowsofabuse Patreon @risingaboveshadowsofabuse.com

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