I came across Sophie on Instagram, talking about enjoying life after escaping an abusive marriage. I love her openness in what she shares; her recovery, living in Mauritius and thriving after abuse.

It was great to speak to another survivor Mama who speaks openly about her experience. Conversations like this and sharing it can help others know they're not alone in their feelings. And that can both change and save lives!

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TRIGGER WARNINGS: We speak about abuse a lot in the episode. Please be mindful in case you may be triggered.

From 49 minutes 10 seconds to 53 minutes Sophie speaks about her experience of miscarriage (aka early pregnancy loss), and post-birth health issues which may be upsetting.

In this episode we speak about:

• why Sophie changed her name and why 'Luminara'
• covert narcissism and leaving an abusive relationship
• the power of sharing stories yet people want us to be quiet about our difficult experiences — we won't!
• how vital nervous system care and education is
• when therapists can let people down...
• grieving, leaving and the court process
• the freedom and truth with which we now get to live
• sharing the messy, fuck 'perfection' and filters

Themes: living abroad, motherhood, narcissism, trauma, neurodivergence, burlesque

We mention Nicky Denson-Elliot, Jenny Evans, Brené Brown

At the end, I read a poem called 'Homes' by Nikita Gill.

To learn more about Sophie and her offering of 'Life Reboot Camp' see here on Instagram.

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