103: From Shadows to Light: A Journey of Resilience with Emilie Faith

Welcome to Rock Your Shine: After you’ve been cracked wide open. On this show, I sit down with people from all over the world to hear their transformational stories on their deep grief and loss journeys. 

In this gripping and raw episode, we delve into the life of a courageous individual who endured the trials of being sexualized from a tender age, and how it intertwines with her creative and sexual energy. Join us as she candidly shares her battle with eating disorders and body dysmorphia, shedding light on the harrowing consequences of societal pressures.

Her story takes an unexpected turn as she meets her husband and begins a relationship that will alter her life forever. Tune in to discover how she gradually realizes the controlling nature of her partner, and the complex dynamics she encounters with his family.

As the narrative unfolds, she recounts a troubling episode involving arrest and manipulation, which pushes her to seek help through counseling and mediation. Surviving financially becomes a struggle, leading her to uncover new strengths within herself.

Amidst heartbreak and despair, an unexpected twist of fate leads her to find solace and joy in karaoke, where she crosses paths with her now supportive partner. Witness her incredible transformation as she evolves into the person she is today, embracing vulnerability and the permission of being seen.

Throughout this emotional journey, she defines what hope means to her and imparts powerful insights that resonate deeply with listeners. Prepare to be moved, inspired, and uplifted as we unravel the story of resilience and growth in this compelling episode.

**TRIGGER WARNING** This episode covers sensitive subject matter and is not suitable for all listeners. If this topic could be a trigger for you, listen to this episode with a friend, a sibling, a loved one or a parent so you can talk about any emotions that come up for you. The contents of this episode are not intended to replace therapy and should not be taken as such. If you need immediate help, please call the crisis hotline listed below in our resources.

Listen in as we talk about:

[1:00] Being sexualized from a young age 

[2:50] The synergy between creative and sexual energy

[3:40] Developing eating disorders and body dysmorphia

[5:20] Meeting her husband and how the relationship changed

[7:40] Realizing her husband was controlling 

[10:10] Her relationship with his family

[13:30] Getting arrested and then being manipulated by him

[16:45] Choosing to hire a mediator and go to counseling 

[22:40] How she is surviving financially

[24:05] Her breakdown before leaving her relationship

[32:15] Getting into karaoke and meeting her partner

[40:05] Transforming into the person she is today

[45:10] The permission of being seen

[46:25] Hope is…

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Rock-Mining-River-Sibling-Grief/dp/1732888892/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Rock+On%3A+Mining+for+joy&qid=1570199126&sr=8-1 

L.E.A.P 6 week virtual course: https://rockyourshine.com/l-e-a-p-into-light-and-healing-6-week-virtual-course/

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