Powerfully Broken

Barbara L Parker MA, LPCC-S, CEO
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Because you don’t need to be perfect to live powerfully. You just need to be you—open, healing, and willing to grow.  Hosted by Barbara L Parker, MA, LPCC-S, CEO of BF Empowerment Center and advocate for healing, this podcast is a sanctuary for anyone navigating life after heartbreak, divorce, trauma, or major life transitions. Each episode dives deep into the real, raw, and often messy journey of healing—with honesty, compassion, and zero judgment. We explore powerful conversations around: Healing from intimate partner violence and toxic relationshipsAuthentic parenting and building stronger familiesMindset shifts that create emotional and financial freedomEntrepreneurship with purpose and resilienceWellness tools that support your mental, emotional, and spiritual health You’ll hear from survivors, experts, change-makers, and everyday warriors—people who turned their pain into purpose and found the power in their brokenness.

  1. Sep 4

    Mind Reading Isn’t Foreplay: How to Talk About Sex, Trauma Triggers and What You Actually Want

    Sex gets complicated fast when nobody feels allowed to say what they want. We sit down with Stephanie Brooks, a mother and minister with lived experience in the kink community, to talk about the skill most couples skip: honest sexual communication. We dig into why “he should just know” keeps people stuck, how identity and comfort levels shape your voice, and what it looks like to ask clearly for what you need without turning it into an attack. When a partner can hear feedback with maturity, intimacy gets easier. When they cannot, that tells you something important about the relationship. We also go trauma-informed and real. Barbara shares how a flashback can hijack the moment, even with a loving spouse, and we unpack how to talk about triggers, boundaries, and what is truly safe play. Stephanie brings in frameworks from BDSM culture that apply to everyone: negotiation, consent, and aftercare. The goal is simple and serious at the same time: nobody leaves an intimate experience feeling unsafe, ashamed, or alone with what just happened. Then we step into the faith conversation. We name the shame that can grow in church spaces around sexuality, and we talk about spiritual maturity, personal responsibility, and trusting God while still owning your desires and limits. Stephanie also shares how her journey shaped her ministry, Women Who Loves Christ Ministries, and the practical ways she serves people in everyday life. If you want healthier relationships, better sex, and stronger boundaries that protect your mental health, hit play, then subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find the conversation.  Call 330-368-2400 to join our Coaching Program Today !!! 1. Rebuild Self-Worth & Personal Identity Before: Lost, exhausted, walking on eggshells, defining themselves by the relationship. After:  Clear sense of identity  Increased confidence and self-respect  Strong personal boundaries  Ability to make decisions without guilt 2. Break Toxic Relationship Patterns Before: Repeating cycles of unhealthy relationships, attracting emotionally unavailable or abusive partners. After:  Recognize red flags early  Understand trauma-driven relationship choices  End unhealthy relationship patterns  Create healthier standards for future relationships 3. Master Communication & Boundaries Before: Avoiding conflict, people-pleasing, explosive arguments, feeling unheard. After:  Confident communication  Healthy conflict resolution  Strong boundary-setting skills  Ability to advocate for needs without fear 4. Create Emotional Peace & Resilience Before: Constant anxiety, overthinking, emotional exhaustion, and feeling stuck in survival mode. After:  Improved emotional regulation  Reduced anxiety and overwhelm  Greater self-trust ...

  2. Aug 28

    What If Your Next Rank Is Self Worth

    Something shifts when the uniform comes off and the world expects you to “just move on.” AJ Williams joins us with a raw, honest look at what military transition really feels like after more than 20 years of service: identity loss, pressure to stay strong, and the mental health aftermath that can show up as PTSD, grief, and numbness when you never gave yourself time to heal. We get into the story behind her next chapter, including the influence of her late husband, a podcaster who proved that consistency matters more than a big audience. From there, we coach through the trap so many high performers fall into: perfectionism dressed up as responsibility. If you’ve ever told yourself you can’t start until the LLC is filed, the branding is perfect, or you feel “ready,” we unpack how that self-talk becomes an unhealthy relationship with yourself and how to break it with action you can take now. AJ also shares her mission behind Sister Soldier Speaks, her affirmation-focused work for women of color, and her vision for mentorship and business development for veteran women and families. We talk protection, community, and what it means to know your worth without needing a title to validate it. If you’re rebuilding after service, divorce, loss, or burnout, this is a roadmap for choosing yourself and still serving others from a full cup. Subscribe for more conversations on mental health and breaking unhealthy patterns, share this with someone in transition, and leave a review with the one line that hit you hardest.  Call 330-368-2400 to join our Coaching Program Today !!! 1. Rebuild Self-Worth & Personal Identity Before: Lost, exhausted, walking on eggshells, defining themselves by the relationship. After:  Clear sense of identity  Increased confidence and self-respect  Strong personal boundaries  Ability to make decisions without guilt 2. Break Toxic Relationship Patterns Before: Repeating cycles of unhealthy relationships, attracting emotionally unavailable or abusive partners. After:  Recognize red flags early  Understand trauma-driven relationship choices  End unhealthy relationship patterns  Create healthier standards for future relationships 3. Master Communication & Boundaries Before: Avoiding conflict, people-pleasing, explosive arguments, feeling unheard. After:  Confident communication  Healthy conflict resolution  Strong boundary-setting skills  Ability to advocate for needs without fear 4. Create Emotional Peace & Resilience Before: Constant anxiety, overthinking, emotional exhaustion, and feeling stuck in survival mode. After:  Improved emotional regulation  Reduced anxiety and overwhelm  Greater self-trust ...

  3. Aug 14

    You Can Prove Every Doubter Wrong

    Someone tells you you’re not going to make it and for a second your brain believes them. That single moment can become a life sentence, or it can become the spark that forces a pivot and proves them wrong. We sit down with Dominic Megaly to talk about the kind of self-belief that looks “delusional” from the outside, and why it is often the exact mindset you need to survive year zero, rebuild after setbacks, and keep going when nothing is guaranteed. We get practical early: what Dominic learned while chasing a weight loss goal, why daily movement matters, and how refueling your body affects your results. From there we move into confidence, coaching, and the real-life pressures that can shape young athletes, plus the everyday challenges that come with being exceptionally tall. The bigger thread is mental health and identity: when your plan collapses, you still need a stable sense of who you are. Then the story turns to resilience and entrepreneurship. Dominic shares what it felt like hearing “you’ll never succeed” from someone he trusted, how he gave himself space to feel it without getting stuck, and why immediate action matters more than motivation. We also talk about the messy middle of building a marketing agency from scratch: broken systems, learning contracts, finding the right tools, running a numbers game with ads and referrals, and surrounding yourself with people who bring solutions instead of doubt. If you’re rebuilding after an unhealthy relationship, a career setback, an injury, or a season of uncertainty, this conversation is a reminder that pivots are not failures, they are strategy. Subscribe, share this with someone who needs a push, and leave a review with the biggest pivot you’re making next.  Call 330-368-2400 to join our Coaching Program Today !!! 1. Rebuild Self-Worth & Personal Identity Before: Lost, exhausted, walking on eggshells, defining themselves by the relationship. After:  Clear sense of identity  Increased confidence and self-respect  Strong personal boundaries  Ability to make decisions without guilt 2. Break Toxic Relationship Patterns Before: Repeating cycles of unhealthy relationships, attracting emotionally unavailable or abusive partners. After:  Recognize red flags early  Understand trauma-driven relationship choices  End unhealthy relationship patterns  Create healthier standards for future relationships 3. Master Communication & Boundaries Before: Avoiding conflict, people-pleasing, explosive arguments, feeling unheard. After:  Confident communication  Healthy conflict resolution  Strong boundary-setting skills  Ability to advocate for needs without fear 4. Create Emotional Peace & Resilience Before: Constant anxiety, overthinking, emotional exhaustion, and feeling stuck in survival mode. After:  Improved emotional regulation  Reduced anxiety and overwhelm  Greater self-trust ...

  4. Aug 7

    Motivation Is A Lie And Discipline Builds Strength

    Most women don’t avoid strength training because they hate the gym. They avoid it because they’re scared of what lifting will do to their bodies and they’ve been fed the same tired myths for decades. We sit down with Coach Nika (Release The Dope Fitness) to get real about what it actually takes to build significant muscle, why “I don’t want to look like a man” is based on misunderstanding, and how lifting heavy can make you feel more confident, capable, and grounded in your own body. We also dig into the part nobody likes to hear: motivation is temporary. If you’re always waiting for a birthday, vacation, or big event to “get back on track,” you end up in the start-stop cycle that makes progress feel impossible. We talk discipline, consistency, soreness, and why smart training plus stretching helps your body adapt. You’ll hear practical ways to start from zero, progress in baby steps, and stop treating discomfort like a reason to quit. Coach Nika shares how therapy and a trauma-informed approach shape her work, including nervous system regulation and rebuilding resilience after years of survival mode. We connect physical stress and mental stress, talk about cortisol and tension, and explain why movement can be a powerful form of self-care that supports longevity. We also touch on aging strong, community in fitness spaces, and how nutrition and inflammation affect energy and recovery. If you want a stronger body and a steadier mind, press play, share this with a friend who’s afraid of the weight room, and then subscribe and leave a review so more people can find the show. What’s the biggest myth about strength training you want us to break next?  Call 330-368-2400 to join our Coaching Program Today !!! 1. Rebuild Self-Worth & Personal Identity Before: Lost, exhausted, walking on eggshells, defining themselves by the relationship. After:  Clear sense of identity  Increased confidence and self-respect  Strong personal boundaries  Ability to make decisions without guilt 2. Break Toxic Relationship Patterns Before: Repeating cycles of unhealthy relationships, attracting emotionally unavailable or abusive partners. After:  Recognize red flags early  Understand trauma-driven relationship choices  End unhealthy relationship patterns  Create healthier standards for future relationships 3. Master Communication & Boundaries Before: Avoiding conflict, people-pleasing, explosive arguments, feeling unheard. After:  Confident communication  Healthy conflict resolution  Strong boundary-setting skills  Ability to advocate for needs without fear 4. Create Emotional Peace & Resilience Before: Constant anxiety, overthinking, emotional exhaustion, and feeling stuck in survival mode. After:  Improved emotional regulation  Reduced anxiety and overwhelm  Greater self-trust ...

  5. Jul 31

    You’re the Bottleneck: Why Your Business Isn’t Growing (Hard Truth)

    You’re not stuck… 👉 You’re doing too much. In this episode of Powerfully Broken Podcast, Barbara Parker breaks down the truth most entrepreneurs don’t want to hear: 👉 You are the bottleneck in your business. We talk about:  Why entrepreneurs burn out trying to do everything themselves  The difference between trading time vs. money Why delegation is the ONLY way to scale  How to build a team you actually trust  The importance of shipping imperfect work anyway Why consistency matters more than perfection 💡 The real truth: 👉 If you don’t delegate… you will stay small  👉 If you don’t execute… your vision doesn’t matter And the biggest lesson: 👉 Growth requires letting go of control If you’re tired of:  doing everything yourself  feeling overwhelmed  hitting a ceiling in your business 👉 You don’t need more ideas  👉 You need structure + execution 🔥 Apply for coaching below (We help broken women become whole and stronger than before)  Call 330-368-2400 to join our Coaching Program Today !!! 1. Rebuild Self-Worth & Personal Identity Before: Lost, exhausted, walking on eggshells, defining themselves by the relationship. After:  Clear sense of identity  Increased confidence and self-respect  Strong personal boundaries  Ability to make decisions without guilt 2. Break Toxic Relationship Patterns Before: Repeating cycles of unhealthy relationships, attracting emotionally unavailable or abusive partners. After:  Recognize red flags early  Understand trauma-driven relationship choices  End unhealthy relationship patterns  Create healthier standards for future relationships 3. Master Communication & Boundaries Before: Avoiding conflict, people-pleasing, explosive arguments, feeling unheard. After:  Confident communication  Healthy conflict resolution  Strong boundary-setting skills  Ability to advocate for needs without fear 4. Create Emotional Peace & Resilience Before: Constant anxiety, overthinking, emotional exhaustion, and feeling stuck in survival mode. After:  Improved emotional regulation  Reduced anxiety and overwhelm  Greater self-trust ...

    You’re the Bottleneck: Why Your Business Isn’t Growing (Hard Truth)

  6. Jul 24

    Stop Hiding

    “I’m fine” is one of the most common lies we tell to keep the peace and protect ourselves, and it can slowly wear down our mental health. I sit down with Royalty Mason to talk about what people don’t see behind the smiles, why so many of us default to masking our pain, and how to tell the difference between someone who’s genuinely safe and someone who’s just asking questions. We get honest about overstimulation, isolation, and the reality that not everyone deserves access to your truth. We also dig into the practical side of self-awareness: the warning signs that show up when you stop feeling like yourself. Royalty shares her tells, from overeating and oversleeping to losing motivation, and I share mine too. Then we explore how your body and your presence affect your mindset and confidence, especially in the fitness world. Royalty calls her body a “walking billboard,” and we talk about “taking up space” in a way that feels warm, inviting, and real rather than performative. Finally, we go deep on starting over after a low point. Royalty opens up about relocating, rebuilding, and staying motivated as a mom, and we break down what actually helps when you’re forced to reset your life: secure a place to stay, find someone you can truly trust, set up income, and make Plan A, Plan B, and Plan C. If you’re leaving an unhealthy relationship, rebuilding after burnout, or trying to stop hiding, this conversation offers both emotional clarity and concrete next steps. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs it, and leave a review so more women can find the support they deserve.  Call 330-368-2400 to join our Coaching Program Today !!! 1. Rebuild Self-Worth & Personal Identity Before: Lost, exhausted, walking on eggshells, defining themselves by the relationship. After:  Clear sense of identity  Increased confidence and self-respect  Strong personal boundaries  Ability to make decisions without guilt 2. Break Toxic Relationship Patterns Before: Repeating cycles of unhealthy relationships, attracting emotionally unavailable or abusive partners. After:  Recognize red flags early  Understand trauma-driven relationship choices  End unhealthy relationship patterns  Create healthier standards for future relationships 3. Master Communication & Boundaries Before: Avoiding conflict, people-pleasing, explosive arguments, feeling unheard. After:  Confident communication  Healthy conflict resolution  Strong boundary-setting skills  Ability to advocate for needs without fear 4. Create Emotional Peace & Resilience Before: Constant anxiety, overthinking, emotional exhaustion, and feeling stuck in survival mode. After:  Improved emotional regulation  Reduced anxiety and overwhelm  Greater self-trust ...

  7. Jul 10

    If CEOs Won’t Eat It Should You

    If your body feels heavy, your mind feels hazy, and you’re tired of living on “quick fixes,” this conversation is a reset. We sit down with Jasmine Flynn to talk about alkaline vegan eating in plain language, with real foods you can find and real habits you can keep. From water-rich fruits like watermelon and berries to simple veggies and staples like quinoa, we break down what “alkaline” looks like on an actual plate, not just on social media.  We also get into the stuff people whisper about but don’t always connect to food: mucus buildup, inflammation, brain fog, and that constant sluggish feeling that makes everything harder. Jasmine shares how her morning routine and alkaline-forward choices help her feel lighter and clearer, plus how she thinks about small, realistic steps like simply cutting back on meat. Along the way we talk juicing, the power of ginger for digestion and immune support, and why cooking at home matters when you want quality control over what’s really going into your body.  Then we zoom out to the bigger picture: processed food culture, caffeine dependence, and why it should make you pause when even fast food leaders seem hesitant to eat their own products. We also challenge the idea that your health is only “genetic” by focusing on lifestyle habits you can change through movement, stress management, and consistent nutrition. If you’re ready for a practical, honest take on plant-based wellness, press play, share this with a friend, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway.  Call 330-368-2400 to join our Coaching Program Today !!! 1. Rebuild Self-Worth & Personal Identity Before: Lost, exhausted, walking on eggshells, defining themselves by the relationship. After:  Clear sense of identity  Increased confidence and self-respect  Strong personal boundaries  Ability to make decisions without guilt 2. Break Toxic Relationship Patterns Before: Repeating cycles of unhealthy relationships, attracting emotionally unavailable or abusive partners. After:  Recognize red flags early  Understand trauma-driven relationship choices  End unhealthy relationship patterns  Create healthier standards for future relationships 3. Master Communication & Boundaries Before: Avoiding conflict, people-pleasing, explosive arguments, feeling unheard. After:  Confident communication  Healthy conflict resolution  Strong boundary-setting skills  Ability to advocate for needs without fear 4. Create Emotional Peace & Resilience Before: Constant anxiety, overthinking, emotional exhaustion, and feeling stuck in survival mode. After:  Improved emotional regulation  Reduced anxiety and overwhelm  Greater self-trust ...

  8. Jul 3

    Why You Keep Getting Taken Advantage Of (And How to Stop It)

    If everyone in your life is draining you…  👉 you might be the problem. In this episode of Powerfully Broken Podcast, Barbara Parker drops one of the hardest truths about relationships: 👉 Overgiving is self-sabotage  👉 Boundaries are non-negotiable We break down:  Why people who “give everything” feel used  How you train people to disrespect your boundaries  Why complaining about everything means you need to look inward  How to stop being the “yes” person and start protecting your peace  The difference between advocating vs. enforcing boundaries The real truth: 👉 If you don’t honor your boundaries… nobody else will And sometimes the answer isn’t fixing the relationship… 👉 It’s walking away If you’re tired of:  being drained  being taken advantage of  feeling like you give more than you get 👉 You don’t need more awareness  👉 You need structure + boundaries 🔥 Apply for coaching below  (We help broken women become whole and stronger than before)  Call 330-368-2400 to join our Coaching Program Today !!! 1. Rebuild Self-Worth & Personal Identity Before: Lost, exhausted, walking on eggshells, defining themselves by the relationship. After:  Clear sense of identity  Increased confidence and self-respect  Strong personal boundaries  Ability to make decisions without guilt 2. Break Toxic Relationship Patterns Before: Repeating cycles of unhealthy relationships, attracting emotionally unavailable or abusive partners. After:  Recognize red flags early  Understand trauma-driven relationship choices  End unhealthy relationship patterns  Create healthier standards for future relationships 3. Master Communication & Boundaries Before: Avoiding conflict, people-pleasing, explosive arguments, feeling unheard. After:  Confident communication  Healthy conflict resolution  Strong boundary-setting skills  Ability to advocate for needs without fear 4. Create Emotional Peace & Resilience Before: Constant anxiety, overthinking, emotional exhaustion, and feeling stuck in survival mode. After:  Improved emotional regulation  Reduced anxiety and overwhelm  Greater self-trust ...

    Why You Keep Getting Taken Advantage Of (And How to Stop It)
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Because you don’t need to be perfect to live powerfully. You just need to be you—open, healing, and willing to grow.  Hosted by Barbara L Parker, MA, LPCC-S, CEO of BF Empowerment Center and advocate for healing, this podcast is a sanctuary for anyone navigating life after heartbreak, divorce, trauma, or major life transitions. Each episode dives deep into the real, raw, and often messy journey of healing—with honesty, compassion, and zero judgment. We explore powerful conversations around: Healing from intimate partner violence and toxic relationshipsAuthentic parenting and building stronger familiesMindset shifts that create emotional and financial freedomEntrepreneurship with purpose and resilienceWellness tools that support your mental, emotional, and spiritual health You’ll hear from survivors, experts, change-makers, and everyday warriors—people who turned their pain into purpose and found the power in their brokenness.

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  • Creator
    Barbara L Parker MA, LPCC-S, CEO
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    53
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Powerfully Broken
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