S2:E3: From A Tragic Beginning to A Fearless Ending: Maria Olsen Shares Her Story of Conquering Fears and Fulfilling Dreams

You don't want to miss today's guest lawyer and author, Maria Olsen! Maria shares her story of triumph over childhood abuse and trauma, alcoholism and the loss of her marriage, family and career. She shares how the weight of the secrets and lies kept her entangled in destructive behaviors and how the fear of being discovered as a fraud haunted her.

Maria took a leap of faith, sought help and worked to overcome her addiction and her fears. Take a listen to this riveting tale of resilience, courage and fearless living.

To discover more about her journey of living courageously after the age of 50, read her book, 50 After 50: Reframing the Next Chapter of Your Life . 

And if you find yourself hurting, hopeless and in a state of despair, please know that there is help. 

Alcoholics Anonymous - https://www.aa.org/  

Sober Sisters Society - https://sobersisterssociety.com/ 

Al-anon for Family Groups - https://al-anon.org/ 

988 - suicide hotline 

This episode continues our focus on the stories of women who have shed the WEIGHT that has held them down and are living in the freedom of God's plans and purposes for their lives.

We hope you'll join our WEIGHT Loss Program as we strive together to lose the effects of:

Worry (Fear, Anxiety)

Ego (Pride, Self)

Ideas (negative thoughts and attitudes)

Gift of Gab (our words and messaging)

Heaviness (burdens, and busyness)

Trauma (conflict, disorder)

To support your journey of overcoming worry and fear, use our Daily Affirmation to Overcome Fear as a reminder of God's protection and peace or engage in 30 Days of Meditation to Overcome Fear .

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Annie and Davenia

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