In this deeply moving episode of Dishing on Divorce, Mandy and Deanna sit down with the extraordinary Poonam Bhuchar, an attorney, mediator, TEDx speaker, divorce coach, and award-winning author of Saved From the Pain. With raw honesty and profound grace, Poonam shares her personal story of trauma, cultural stigma, loss, and, ultimately, radical healing.
Poonam introduces listeners to her transformative SAFE Method—Stop, Accept, Forgive, Embrace—a practical and soul-centered process born from her journey through emotional pain, chronic stress, divorce, and spiritual awakening. From surviving sexual assault and an abusive marriage to rebuilding her life after health crises and financial collapse, Poonam's story is a testament to the power of taking responsibility, releasing victimhood, and reclaiming joy.
Together, they explore what it means to forgive others—and ourselves—while discussing divorce's lasting impact on children, how emotional mastery influences legal outcomes, and why embracing our entire story (flaws and all) is essential to true self-love and growth. Whether you’re navigating a divorce, healing from past wounds, or simply seeking hope, this conversation is a beacon of light.
Tune in for insights, laughter, and inspiration—and be reminded that wherever you are in your journey, you are not alone.
Contact Poonam
Email: poonam@emotionallysafe.com
Website: https://www.emotionallysafe.com/
You can order her book on her website.
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