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September 23, 2025 24 mins
Connected Leaders Academy At just 13 years old, Maria Carrion was removed from the school system and placed into a relationship with a 21-year-old man who subjected her to years of emotional and physical abuse. As a non-English speaker and the eldest daughter of a mother struggling with heart issues and four other children, Maria’s life took a turn few could imagine. Her mother, believing she was protecting Maria, unknowingly placed her in harm’s way. Tragically, her mother passed away at the age of 41, and Maria was never allowed to return to school. Despite the trauma and isolation, Maria became a mother of four—three daughters and one son—with her abuser. Through resilience and a deep desire to change her life, she turned to books, psychology, and self-education. With no guidance but her will to survive, she taught herself English, earned her GED, a degree in Occupational Studies, and a Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in psychology. Today, Maria Carrion is a domestic violence advocate, certified life coach, speaker, and author of Fighting All Battles Into Success. Through her brand, Maria Carrion Authors Services, she offers coaching programs focused on empowerment, goal-setting, money management, mindfulness, and healing. Her message is one of hope, transformation, and reclaiming your voice—even in the face of unimaginable adversity. This talk is for survivors, students, professionals, and anyone who believes in the power of second chances and self-determination. Maria’s story proves that no matter how deep the pain, there is always a path forward—and sometimes, the most powerful education is the one we give ourselves. Maria Carrion is a transformational life coach, domestic violence advocate, speaker and author of Fighting All Battles Into Success. As a survivor, Maria began her journey of healing trough self-education after experiencing abuse at the age of thirteen. Today she empowers others to reclaim their voice, regognize their strength and break free from the cycle of abuse and trauma. Through her brand, Maria Carrion Authors Services, she offers one on one coaching, and educational events focused on mindset, wellness, medication, healthy relationships, and fiancial management. Maria's personal story serves as a powerful foundation for the work she does, inspiring others to transform their pain into purpose. She is dedicated to rasing awareness, creating safe spaces for healing and helping individuals discover the supower within them. Her mission is to lead by example and guide others toward a path of transformation, self-love, and success. carrionmaria619@gmail.com https://www.mariacarrion.com/ https://www.facebook.com/maria.carrion.904?mibextid=JRoKGi https://www.instagram.com/writer_mariac/profilecard/?igsh=MWJ5aXBvOGpuZ2h0NQ==   ~ More About The Connected Leaders Academy ~ Connected Leaders Academy is Elevating Entrepreneurs for Success Learn from Global Experts: The world of entrepreneurship is vast, but we bring you closer to the wisdom of global experts. From diverse fields and industries, these thought leaders provide valuable insights to drive your growth. Growing Archive of Video Content: Unlock a treasure trove of videos designed to guide you through the challenges of scaling your business. With new content added regularly, you're always one step ahead. One-on-One Coaching with Jose Escobar: Connect with Connected Leaders Academy's founder, Jose Escobar, for tailor-made strategies and solutions to your entrepreneurial challenges. jose@connectedleadersacademy.com https://www.connectedleadersacademy.com/ Sponsors Let's Break the Silence with Angeline LLC   https://letsbreakthesilence.com/     Burba Designs   https://www.burbadesigns.com/     Evolve Human Potential  https://evolvehumanpotential.co/   To get more of Connected Leaders Academy, be sure to visit the podcast page for replays here: https://www.inspiredchoicesnetwork.com/podcast/connected-leaders-academy/
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