In this raw and inspiring episode of Taboo Talks with Krystal, host Krystal Casey sits down with Dina Lantzer—coach, author, speaker, and survivor—to explore the profound journey of healing and transformation. Dina’s story is one of resilience and self-discovery, as she opens up about overcoming an abusive childhood, battling addiction, navigating spiritual deconstruction, and finding her true potential after a life-changing injury.

Through her powerful memoir, Breaking to Breakthrough, Dina encourages others to release limiting beliefs, heal from spiritual abuse, and embrace the process of rewriting their story. This conversation is packed with insights on personal growth, emotional healing, and the courage it takes to truly break through life’s challenges.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Dina’s journey of surviving an abusive childhood and overcoming addiction.
• How a life-changing injury became the catalyst for transformation.
• The process of spiritual deconstruction and finding new paths to healing.
• Insights into emotional and spiritual healing for personal growth.
• How to let go of limiting beliefs and step into your true potential.

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to Taboo Talks
00:14 Meet Dina Lancer: A Journey of Healing
01:36 Early Life Struggles and Spiritual Awakening
04:13 Deconstructing Religion and Finding New Paths
05:53 The Power of Emotional and Spiritual Healing
06:47 Breaking to Breakthrough: The Story Behind the Book
10:47 Personal Growth and Trusting the Process
18:16 Embracing Change and Letting Go
23:26 Conclusion and Free Gift

Resources Mentioned:

• Dina’s Book: Breaking to Breakthrough
• Free Gift from Dina: https://b2bbook.justdina.com/preorder-today

Connect with Dina:

• YouTube

• TikTok

• Facebook

Connect with Us:
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⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions about domestic abuse, emotional manipulation, and healing from trauma.

In this raw and powerful episode of Taboo Talks with Krystal, host Krystal Casey sits down with Michelle Spexarth, a trauma-informed coach who has turned her experience of surviving 18 years of narcissistic abuse into a mission to inspire and empower others.

For nearly two decades, Michelle appeared to live a conventional life as a homeschooling mother of five. Beneath the surface, she was enduring the emotional manipulation and trauma of a narcissistic relationship—a reality she only fully understood after finding the courage to leave.

Episode Highlights:

• The journey of recognizing and leaving an abusive relationship
• Rebuilding self-worth and identity after narcissistic trauma
• Practical strategies for healing and empowerment
• Why leaving is just the beginning of the recovery process

📱 Connect with Michelle:

• Michelle's Free Facebook Support Group
• 90-Day "Heal You, Heal Your Kids" Course
• Trauma-Informed Coaching Services

🔗 Support Resources:

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please reach out:

• National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
• www.thehotline.org

This episode is a reminder that healing is possible and that you don’t have to go through it alone. Tune in for Michelle’s heartfelt story and her empowering advice for anyone navigating life after a narcissistic relationship.

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In This Episode

Krystal Casey engages in a transformative conversation with Tammy Cox, CEO of Reclaim Your Marriage. Tammy shares her personal journey from overcoming childhood trauma to becoming a certified trauma and stress coach. She discusses her innovative approach to helping women save their marriages, even when their spouses are not on board, by focusing on inner healing and personal growth.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Personal Transformation: Tammy's journey from trauma to empowerment and how it led her to create the Reclaim Your Marriage program.

• Inner Healing: The importance of addressing personal trauma and its impact on relationships.

• Empowering Women: Strategies for women to take control of their happiness and influence positive change in their marriages.

• Breaking Negative Patterns: How to identify and transform detrimental cycles within relationships.

• Innovative Healing Approaches: Tammy's methods rooted in neuroscience and the importance of self-awareness in creating fulfilling relationships.

About Tammy Cox:

Tammy Cox is a certified trauma and stress coach and the CEO of Reclaim Your Marriage. She specializes in empowering women to save their marriages by focusing on personal growth and inner healing. Tammy's approach combines her personal experiences with professional expertise to help clients break negative patterns and increase intimacy in their relationships.

Connect with Tammy Cox:

• LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/tammycox

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

Visit mamasonfire.com to access resources on personal development, healing, and relationship empowerment. Explore tools to help break generational cycles and connect with a community dedicated to growth and support.

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• Instagram: @flightofthephoenixcollective
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In this powerful episode of Taboo Talks with Krystal, we’re joined by Monique Cunningham, a survivor of sexual violence and the founder of WOW Toronto—a supportive space dedicated to empowering women-identified survivors. Monique’s journey is one of resilience, courage, and creating a path to healing for others. She shares her story of overcoming trauma and describes her mission to provide continuous support for survivors who often find themselves without resources once initial counseling ends.

This episode touches on sensitive subjects, including sexual violence, trauma, and recovery. Trigger Warning: If these topics are difficult for you, please feel free to pause or skip this episode and take care of yourself. Listen when you’re ready.

Monique opens up about the challenges she faced as a young survivor, how these experiences impacted her relationships, and what ultimately led her to create WOW Toronto. She shares the process of building a community-centered support organization, offers insights into her healing journey, and explains the services and ongoing workshops WOW Toronto provides.

If you or someone you know has experienced trauma, or if you want to learn more about supporting survivors, this conversation will resonate deeply. Monique’s story reminds us all that we are more than our past experiences and that healing is a continuous journey that’s always worth pursuing.

Key Discussion Points:

• Monique’s Journey: Her experience as a young survivor and the impact it had on her self-esteem and relationships.

• Creating WOW Toronto: How Monique’s personal healing journey and market research led her to create a safe, ongoing support network for survivors in Toronto and beyond.

• Myth-Busting: Why being a survivor is only a part of one’s identity, and how women can embrace their full selves beyond their traumatic experiences.

• Empowerment Workshops: Details on WOW Toronto’s 12-week workshop focused on trust and self-esteem, as well as other upcoming events.

• Advice for Survivors: The importance of community, continuous support, and finding joy and empowerment beyond survival.

Connect with Monique and WOW Toronto:

• Website: wowtoronto.org
• Instagram: @wow_toronto
• Email: monique.cunningham@wowtoronto.org

Free Resources and Upcoming Events:
Monique offers virtual workshops and programs to provide survivors with tools for healing and empowerment, with an upcoming 12-week workshop on trust and self-esteem. Reach out through WOW Toronto’s website or Instagram for more details and to join the next cohort.

Listener Note:
If you found Monique’s story meaningful, please share this episode with someone who might benefit from it. Conversations like these can be lifelines and help create change, breaking cycles of trauma and fostering support for those who need it most.

In this special interview, Krystal Casey sits down with Corrina, the real-life inspiration behind the character Charlotte in Netflix’s Ozark. Corrina shares her raw and inspiring journey of growing up in a criminal family in the Ozarks, navigating the trauma of her upbringing, and ultimately reclaiming her life. Today, Corrina is a certified trauma and stress coach, helping others break free from cycles of intergenerational trauma and unlock their full potential.

Corrina’s personal transformation is a testament to resilience and the power of healing. She overcame her own struggles with addiction, depression, and ADHD, delving into the science behind trauma to find a path forward. Through her work, Corrina empowers survivors to address Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), prioritize calm and safety, and strategically enter healing journeys without re-traumatization. As a coach and host of My True Crime Life podcast, Corrina myth-busts traditional therapy approaches and introduces innovative methods rooted in the neuroscience of flow.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• From Survivor to Coach: Corrina’s transformation over the past three years, shifting from addiction and depression to a life of purpose and healing.

• The Roots of Trauma: How Corrina discovered the impact of her childhood experiences in the Ozarks on her adult life and how she navigated her healing journey.

• Generational Healing: The powerful conversations Corrina has had with her adult children and the role her granddaughter plays in breaking her family’s trauma cycle.

• Myth-Busting Therapy: Corrina’s insights on why traditional therapy can sometimes re-traumatize and the importance of safe, strategic approaches to healing.

• Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs): Why ACEs matter for parents and survivors, and what they reveal about healing for both adults and children.

About Corrina:

Corrina is a true survivor who has turned her pain into purpose. Beyond her coaching work, she is certified in traumatic stress and has studied under leading experts such as Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, author of The Body Keeps the Score, and Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman, an expert in creativity and intelligence. As a mother, grandmother, and advocate, Corrina’s story is one of resilience, breaking cycles, and reclaiming life.

Connect with Corrina:

• Listen to My True Crime Life Podcast: My True Crime Life
• Follow Corrina on Instagram: @corrina_that_ozarks_girl

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⁠Visit ⁠https://mamasonfire.com⁠⁠⁠ to listen to my free story, When Happily Ever After Ends: How I Survived Childhood Trauma, My Husband's Betrayal and Becoming a Widowed Mom of 5. You'll also find healing resources and support, tools to help break generational cycles, and ways to connect with me.