S10E192-1 Transforming Pain into Power: A Deep Dive into Healing and Self-Discovery with Lori Pappas
Have you ever wondered how the shadows of your past can shape your future? In this heartfelt conversation with Lori Pappas, we unravel the haunting effects of psychological abuse and the journey toward reclaiming self-worth. Lori shares her powerful story of overcoming childhood trauma and the pivotal moments that led her to embrace a new path. This conversation is a compassionate reminder of resilience, empowerment, and the transformative power of acknowledging our experiences as we break the silence around abuse.
What you’ll learn
- Uncover the surprising ways trauma impacts adult relationships and parenting styles.
- Explore strategies for breaking cycles of generational trauma and reclaiming your self-worth.
- Discover the long-lasting effects of childhood psychological abuse on your identity.
Timestamped overview
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:39 The Impact of Lori's mother's religious fanaticism
00:03:42 Lori defines disassociation during childhood
00:05:50 Institutionalization experience
00:07:04 Conflict between personal needs and family dynamics
00:09:27 Challenges of parents being emotionally unavailable from a child's perspective
00:12:17 Insights on parenting and generational trauma
00:15:58 Multiple pivotal moments shaping Lori's journey
00:17:07 Transformation through therapy and self-awareness
00:20:35 Somatic therapy used for trauma processing
00:21:18 Creating a safe space through visualization
00:25:02 Changing narratives of trauma experiences
00:26:00 Shifting focus from doing to being
Lori Pappas' Bio
Lori Pappas is a humanitarian, entrepreneur, and survivor who has turned adversity into a source of wisdom and inspiration. From a traumatic childhood to the heights of success in the tech world, Lori has navigated a life filled with extraordinary experiences and profound lessons.
As a teenager, Lori faced a turbulent upbringing, including being committed to a mental institution by her parents. Escaping those challenges, she built a successful career in the male-dominated tech industry, becoming an award-winning and nationally acclaimed businesswoman. But her personal life was a different story, marked by difficult relationships and the struggles of balancing motherhood, marriage, and a demanding career.
After selling her company for millions, Lori could have settled into a comfortable retirement. Instead, she embarked on a new adventure, founding a non-profit organization and moving to Ethiopia to help marginalized communities.
Lori's journey has been one of resilience, self-discovery, and a relentless pursuit of purpose. Her experiences have given her a unique perspective on the power of saying “yes” to new opportunities, embracing change, and living a life aligned with one's values.
In her book, The Magic of Yes: Embrace the Wise Woman Within, Lori shares her story and the wisdom she has gained, offering readers a path to overcoming challenges, finding inner peace, and living a more fulfilling life.
Connect with Lori Pappas
by email: lori@loripappas.com
"Let's Connect" button on Lori's website: http://loripappas.com
Subscribe to Lori's newsletter: https://loripappas.substack.com/?r=16nzfb&utm_campaign=referrals-subscribe-page-share-screen&utm_medium=web
Join Lori's FB group: http://facebook.com/groups/wisewomanorg
About the host and the podcast
Learn more about and connect with Gemma Serenity Gorokhoff, the host of Real Talk Real Women Breaking the Silence Around Abuse
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Original speaker page with pictures:
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