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\u201cWhen things are in your head, you're thinking about them. You know, you come to conclusions about things, but when it's outside of you and you're looking at it, it becomes more objective.\u201d \u2013 Dana Diaz

Today\u2019s featured bestselling author is a mom, wife, speaker, and survivor of different types of abuse, Dana S. Diaz. Dana and I had a chat about her book, \u201cGasping for Air: The Stranglehold of Narcissistic Abuse\u201d, finding peace and acceptance after leaving her abusive 1st husband, the benefits of journaling, and more!!

Key Things You\u2019ll Learn:

What it was like to have a traumatic upbringing only to get into an abusive marriage

The dynamics of narcissistic abuse and its effects on self-worth and perception

The crucial role that Dana\u2019s faith and church community played in her healing process

The challenges of writing and publishing her first book

Dana\u2019s Site: https://danasdiaz.com/

Dana\u2019s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0C82VKHQX/allbooks

The opening track is titled "Heatsource" by the magnanimous chill-hop master, Marcus D (@marcusd). Be sure to visit his site and support his craft. https://marcusd.net/

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