Your Trauma Doesn’t Define You with Jennifer Ramirez

My guest on today’s show grew up in a hostile, abusive environment. So it’s no surprise Jennifer Ramirez developed anger and self-worth issues. She became a single mom in her early twenties and survived domestic, emotionally, and financial abuse as an adult. Then she was introduced to personal development and counseling, which she credits for helping her transform her life. By the time she was 30, she had paid off $25,000 of credit card debt and graduated from college completely debt-free, while working full time and raising her daughter.
It was through therapy that she found the strength to start talking about her childhood sexual abuse, even though her family and her culture encouraged her to leave the past in the past. She realized she was the one who had to step up, speak out, and stop the cycle of secrets and shame.
In this episode we’re talking about what’s often a taboo topic and how using your voice to speak your truth courageously helps you overcome all types of trauma. I can’t wait for you to hear about the super-hard question Jennifer asked her mom and where the answer led them.
Jennifer Ramirez is an author, speaker, entrepreneur, and the founder of &Rise which is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to empower women to be the ultimate versions of themselves no matter what adversities they've faced. She says the & means your story isn’t over yet; there’s more to tell. And the rise means rising above any adversities you’ve been through. Jennifer loves helping women rediscover their badassery.
She mentions the upcoming Bet On Us Casino Night fundraiser. You can find out how to contribute to that as well as more about her organization at WomenRiseChicago.org. You can also text the word "healing" to 773-770-4377 to subscribe for info on upcoming events, free resources, and more!
Hype Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wmc8bQoL-J0 (Survivor by Destiny’s Child )
Website: https://www.womenrisechicago.org/ (https://www.womenrisechicago.org/)
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-ramirez-340537102/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-ramirez-340537102/)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womenrisechicago (https://www.facebook.com/womenrisechicago)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrise_women (https://www.instagram.com/andrise_women)
Twitter: https://twitter.com/and_rise_ (https://twitter.com/and_rise_)

Today’s episode is sponsored by Zen Rabbit. If you’d like to find peace of mind amidst the chaos and no matter what’s going on around you, get on a complimentary call with me. In less than 30 minutes, you’ll get insight on any issue you’d like to bring to the table. And you’ll leave the conversation with clarity and renewed energy. https://calendly.com/zenrabbit/call-to-connect-45 (Find the booking link HERE). Or text me at 571.317.1463.
And if you’re not into chatting just yet, you can go to https://zenrabbit.com/ (ZenRabbit.com) to find free resources, like meditations and articles.

My guest on today’s show grew up in a hostile, abusive environment. So it’s no surprise Jennifer Ramirez developed anger and self-worth issues. She became a single mom in her early twenties and survived domestic, emotionally, and financial abuse as an adult. Then she was introduced to personal development and counseling, which she credits for helping her transform her life. By the time she was 30, she had paid off $25,000 of credit card debt and graduated from college completely debt-free, while working full time and raising her daughter.

It was through therapy that she found the strength to start talking about her childhood sexual abuse, even though her family and her culture encouraged her to leave the past in the past. She realized she was the one who had to step up, speak out, and stop the cycle of secrets and shame.

In this episode we’re talking about what’s often a taboo topic and how using your voice to speak your truth courageously helps you overcome all types of trauma. I can’t wait for you to hear about the super-hard question Jennifer asked her mom and where the answer led them.

Jennifer Ramirez is an author, speaker, entrepreneur, and the founder of &Rise which is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to empower women to be the ultimate versions of themselves no matter what adversities they've faced. She says the & means your story isn’t over yet; there’s more to tell. And the rise means rising above any adversities you’ve been through. Jennifer loves helping women rediscover their badassery.

She mentions the upcoming Bet On Us Casino Night fundraiser. You can find out how to contribute to that as well as more about her organization at WomenRiseChicago.org. You can also text the word "healing" to 773-770-4377 to subscribe for info on upcoming events, free resources, and more!

Hype Song: Survivor by Destiny’s Child

Website: https://www.womenrisechicago.org/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-ramirez-340537102/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womenrisechicago

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrise_women

Twitter: https://twitter.com/and_rise_

Today’s episode is sponsored by Zen Rabbit. If you’d like to find peace of mind amidst the chaos and no matter what’s going on around you, get on a complimentary call with me. In less than 30 minutes, you’ll get insight on any issue you’d like to bring to the table. And you’ll leave the conversation with clarity and renewed energy. Find the booking link HERE. Or text me at 571.317.1463.

And if you’re not into chatting just yet, you can go to ZenRabbit.com to find free resources, like meditations and articles.