🎬 From Hollywood to Healing: Lindsay Abernathy's Real-Life Fight for Survival
You may know her from The Walking Dead, but actress and advocate Lindsay Abernathy faced a real-life apocalypse that no script could prepare her for. In this powerful episode, Lindsay opens up about surviving years of domestic abuse—both inside the relationship and long after it ended through relentless post-separation abuse.
Now the host of the acclaimed podcast Bitch Is a Bad Word, Lindsay uses her voice to shatter stigma and empower survivors to reclaim their stories. We dive into how she went from TV screens to trauma recovery, the psychological warfare of leaving an abuser, and what true healing actually looks like on the other side.
This conversation is raw, real, and necessary. If you’ve ever felt isolated in your experience or unsure if you could survive what feels unsurvivable—Lindsay is living proof that you can.
🎙️ Learn more about Lindsay’s community on Patreon and why reclaiming the word “bitch” is part of taking your power back.
Bitch is a Bad Word Podcast
Bitch is a Bad Word Community
**DISCLAIMER:**
THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS PODCAST IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED LEGAL ADVICE OR A SUBSTITUTE FOR THE GUIDANCE OF A LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL. EACH INDIVIDUAL’S CIRCUMSTANCES ARE UNIQUE, AND ANYONE SEEKING LEGAL ADVICE SHOULD CONSULT A QUALIFIED ATTORNEY. IF YOU ARE IN NEED OF MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT, PLEASE REACH OUT TO A LICENSED THERAPIST OR COUNSELOR.
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🔟 From Pain to Purpose: 10 Ways to Reclaim Your Power with Hope Rose
In this powerful episode, I sit down with Hope Rose—a movement born from one woman’s battle through the family court system and the fire of custody struggles. Her story is one of turning deep pain into undeniable purpose.
Together, we explore 10 transformative ways you can start taking back control, even in the face of chaos. From mindset shifts to daily practices, we unpack simple but powerful tools that help you make meaningful changes and start designing a future you're proud of.
If you're ready to rise, this conversation will light the way.
Hope Rose Website
Hope Rose Instagram
A Transformed Life Podcast
Recommended Reading: (earns commissions)
The Belief Equation
The Source
Atomic Habits
Let Them
Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself
Other items mentioned:
Magnesium Soak
Mendi Device
My favorite Journal
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🔥 Forged by Fire: Emily's Journey
Leaving a narcissistic, addicted, and high-conflict partner isn’t just a breakup—it’s a battle for survival. In this episode, I sit down with Emily, a survivor who endured a brutal divorce and custody fight against a mentally unstable and addicted ex. She shares her raw, unfiltered journey from the depths of magical thinking to the reality of fighting for her child’s safety, testifying in court, and losing everything—only to discover true freedom on the other side.
We dive into:
🔥 Breaking free from the illusion that things will get better
🔥 The lowest point and how she clawed her way out
🔥 The shift from victim to survivor and learning to self-advocate
🔥 Fighting for custody, documenting abuse, and keeping her child safe
🔥 Finding financial freedom after losing everything
🔥 Rebuilding her life, career, and relationships with a new, fearless mindset
Emily’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and ultimate victory. If you’re in the trenches of a high-conflict divorce or still tangled in a legal battle, this episode is your battle cry. You can get through this—and come out stronger than ever.
Tune in now, and let’s navigate the road to freedom together. 🎧✨ #OutOfCrazyTown #DivorcingANarcissist #SurvivorToThriver
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👉AI Breakthrough: Aimee Says Empowers Survivors
In this episode, Anne Wintemute, CEO and co-founder of Aimee Says, unveils a groundbreaking AI tool designed to revolutionize how victims and survivors of domestic abuse navigate their journeys to safety and recovery. Anne shares the powerful story behind Aimee Says and its mission to help survivors communicate effectively, document critical information, strategize for the future, and validate their experiences. Tune in to learn how this cutting-edge technology is empowering individuals to break the cycle of abuse and reclaim control over their lives. Don’t miss this inspiring and eye-opening conversation!
Aimee Says
**DISCLAIMER:**
THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS PODCAST IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED LEGAL ADVICE OR A SUBSTITUTE FOR THE GUIDANCE OF A LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL. EACH INDIVIDUAL’S CIRCUMSTANCES ARE UNIQUE, AND ANYONE SEEKING LEGAL ADVICE SHOULD CONSULT A QUALIFIED ATTORNEY. IF YOU ARE IN NEED OF MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT, PLEASE REACH OUT TO A LICENSED THERAPIST OR COUNSELOR.
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☀️The Answer To A Happy Life: THE BELIEF EQUATION
In this episode, we explore "The Belief Equation" by Dr. Peter Salerno, author of The Belief Equation and The Nature and Nurture of Narcissism. Dr. Salerno breaks down the powerful formula T+E = Beliefs, where our thoughts plus emotions shape the beliefs we hold about ourselves and the world around us. Often, abuse and trauma leave us with limiting beliefs that keep us from living a joyful, fulfilling life. Dr. Salerno explains how understanding and transforming these beliefs can help us reclaim the life we deserve. Tune in to learn how to rewire your mindset and embrace the future you were meant to live.
The Belief Equation
Nature and Nurture of Narcissism
Dr. Salerno's Website
Dr. Salerno's Instagram
DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS STATED ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL OR PSYCHOLOGICAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD CONTACT AN ATTORNEY OR MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL IN YOUR STATE TO OBTAIN ADVICE SPECIFIC TO YOUR SITUATION.
About Out of Crazytown: Your Guide to Divorcing a Narcissist
Divorce is scary. It can be even more so when the person you are divorcing has a Cluster B personality disorder like Narcissistic Personality Disorder. This podcast will host experts from varied backgrounds to offer their insight and advice to help guide you through Divorcing a Narcissist.
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