That's Where I'm At

By: Laura Richards
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  • Welcome to "That's Where I'm At" with your host, Laura Richards! Join Laura Richards, a survivor of narcissistic abuse with 33 years experience, as she guides you through the journey of identifying, healing from, and thriving after emotional and psychological abuse. With a mission to raise awareness, foster emotional recovery, and empower you to love yourself, Laura brings honesty, compassion, and a touch of humor to every episode. Dive into deep, meaningful conversations, tackle tough topics, and uncover moments of hope and healing. Our supportive community is here for you, offering insights, support, and a shared path to recovery and empowerment. Subscribe now and be part of a transformative journey that’s messy, real, and truly inspiring!
    2023
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Hygiene & Healthy Living Personal Success Psychology
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Episodes
  • Overcoming Spiritual Abuse and the Church’s Stigma Around Divorce with Kristina Ravenhill

    Overcoming Spiritual Abuse and the Church’s Stigma Around Divorce with Kristina Ravenhill
    Jan 8 2025
    Spiritual abuse and the church’s stigma around divorce have silenced and shamed countless women, often leaving them trapped in cycles of pain and self-doubt. But it’s time to reclaim the narrative. Overcoming spiritual abuse means breaking free from manipulation cloaked in faith and recognizing your worth beyond judgmental doctrines. Divorce is not a failure; it’s an act of courage when choosing yourself and your well-being over harmful dynamics. In this episode of the That's Where I'm At Podcast, Laura Richards welcomes Kristina Ravenhill. Kristina or Tina as her Father nicknamed her, grew up in the South Pacific. The middle child of three sisters, she grew up as an MK (missionary kid) and a PK (preacher's kid). Eventually, the family moved back to the United States where she went to Bible School in Dallas, Texas, and ultimately met her husband. Together they served in ministry and also owned a successful international sales business. Twenty-two years and 4 children later, Tina filed for divorce after years of narcissism and abuse throughout the marriage. Now free, she spends her extra time helping others come out of spiritual abuse and wants the stigma of divorce from abuse to be changed in the church mindset. Her joy is spending time with her kids and exploring the world. Kristina shares her powerful journey of overcoming spiritual abuse and navigating the church’s stigma around divorce. Kristina candidly recounts the red flags she ignored, the manipulation she endured, and the spiritual abuse she experienced from her ex-husband. She discusses the struggle of leaving an oppressive marriage, the profound impact of trauma bonds, and the societal pressures women face when seeking freedom. Kristina also offers hope and practical steps for healing, including how she reconnected with her dreams, found forgiveness, and rediscovered God’s unconditional love. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about resilience, self-worth, and spiritual liberation. Timestamps [03:14] Signs Kristina saw before she was done [06:10] Spiritual abuse Kristina experienced from her ex-husband [10:06] Did Kristina have support when she decided to leave? [15:03] God loves you more than divorce [18:14] Narcissists have the inability to change [24:27] Things Kristina did to heal after divorce [30:53] How Kristina got rid of her oppression and started to dream again [33:50] The thought that things will be great when you leave [41:07] Waking up to the reality [43:24] Kristina’s trauma bond experience [48:44] How Kristina dealt with forgiving his ex-husband [51:55] Kristina’s final remarks Notable Quotes “We always have the thing about God hates divorce.”“It’s not about how long can a marriage last.”“Dream is to have your life back.”“Some of these things, they may not sound like they are terrible until it’s all the times.” RESOURCES: MARRIED TO A “NICE” GUY: GETTING OVER NARCISSISTIC ABUSE: SHOP HERE PRIVATE FACEBOOK SUPPORT GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/marriedtoaniceguy/ FOLLOW THE PODCAST: http://www.thatswhereimatpodcast.com BOOKS & JOURNALS: https://www.amazon.com/author/laurarichards RESOURCES FOR YOUR HEALING: https://www.thatswhereimatpodcast.com/resources FOLLOW KRISTINA: https://www.instagram.com/k.ravenhill/
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    56 mins
  • From Silence to Strength: How Jennifer Found Her Voice After Domestic Violence

    From Silence to Strength: How Jennifer Found Her Voice After Domestic Violence
    Dec 25 2024
    From the depths of silence, women who have endured domestic violence are rising to reclaim their power and find their voices. This journey of empowerment is not just about breaking free from abuse but about rediscovering one's strength, worth, and resilience. Through support networks, self-care practices, and advocacy, survivors are transforming their pain into purpose. They are learning to trust themselves again, make their own decisions, and rebuild their lives on their own terms. By sharing their stories, these women not only heal themselves but also inspire and empower others. In this episode of the That's Where I'm At Podcast, Laura Richards welcomes Jennifer Peterkin, an avid traveler, a lover and collector of stories, and the host of the podcast The Human Experience - a platform that seeks to elevate stories, empower the storyteller, and invite the listener into a place of validation, understanding, and compassion. Through her personal story, she illuminates the path from silence to strength, exploring how survivors of abuse can rediscover their worth and resilience. Jennifer discusses the crucial role of support networks, therapy, and self-reflection in her healing process, as well as the red flags she overlooked in her marriage. The conversation delves into societal conditioning that often silences women, the importance of telling one's own story, and the healing power of sharing experiences. Tune in to get insights on recognizing narcissistic abuse, the challenges of marriage counseling in abusive relationships, and practical steps toward healing and empowerment. Timestamps [02:13] Why Jennifer started her podcast [04:04] Were some of Jennifer’s friends sharing their experience of divorce? [08:52] Jennifer’s therapist and friends were her biggest validators through divorce [13:50] What made Jennifer wait before launching her podcast [18:10] Red flags Jennifer ignored in her marriage [19:25] Did Jennifer’s parents contribute to her being in this toxic marriage? [23:55] How Jennifer got some clarity of who she really was after her divorce [33:02] How young girls are trained not to ruffle up the feathers [36:04] The things that helped Jennifer heal [46:22] Marriage counseling and therapy Notable Quotes “When you are going through domestic violence, everything in your mind is turned upside down.”“Everybody deserves to tell their own story from their own perspective in their own voice.”“Most of the times narcissists are not going to leave because they have to play the victim.”“We all have moments in our lives that make us stop and do a 180.” RESOURCES: MARRIED TO A “NICE” GUY: GETTING OVER NARCISSISTIC ABUSE: SHOP HERE PRIVATE FACEBOOK SUPPORT GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/marriedtoaniceguy/ FOLLOW THE PODCAST: http://www.thatswhereimatpodcast.com BOOKS & JOURNALS: https://www.amazon.com/author/laurarichards RESOURCES FOR YOUR HEALING: https://www.thatswhereimatpodcast.com/resources FOLLOW JENNIFER: www.thehxpod.com THE HUMAN EXPERIENCE PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-human-experience/id1667193007
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    55 mins
  • Trusting Intuition and Embracing Your Calling: Ange’s Journey to Spiritual Empowerment

    Trusting Intuition and Embracing Your Calling: Ange’s Journey to Spiritual Empowerment
    Dec 11 2024
    Self-doubt can be a formidable obstacle for women on their spiritual journey, often hindering them from embracing their true calling. Many women struggle with feelings of inadequacy, imposter syndrome, and self-sabotage, which can prevent them from fully realizing their potential. By nurturing a strong spiritual foundation, women can tap into their inner strength, recognize their unique gifts, and courageously pursue their authentic calling. This process of spiritual empowerment enables women to rise above societal expectations and limitations, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling and purposeful life. In today's episode of the That's Where I'm At Podcast, Laura Richards is joined by Ange de Lumiere, a spiritual lawyer and mother of four children with autism. Ange, born in Paris and now residing in the UK, shares her unique path to becoming a spiritual lawyer and how she helps ambitious entrepreneurs trust their intuition for success. She talks about her initial hesitations about pursuing psychic work and the pivotal moments that encouraged her to embrace her spiritual calling. Ange discusses the impact of therapy on her childhood resilience, the importance of understanding our body's language, and strategies for dealing with energy vampires. Ange de Lumiere is the mother of four children with autism aged 28 to 12. Born in Paris, she now lives in the UK and helps ambitious entrepreneurs trust their intuition to make smart decisions in order to create success on their terms, rather than someone else's. She calls herself a Spiritual Lawyer and has authored two books and three podcasts, her latest being True Spirituality with Ange. Tune in and gain profound insights on overcoming self-doubt, the power of mindset in achieving success, and the significance of recognizing and trusting one's intuition. Timestamps [02:10] How Ange became a spiritual lawyer [08:02] How Ange works with her clients as a spiritual lawyer [12:06] What led Ange to become a spiritual lawyer [18:06] What happened after Barbra talked to Ange in the lecture [25:18] Why Ange was hesitant about doing psychic word [27:24] What really encouraged Ange to start doing spiritual work [34:35] The mindset of thinking you cannot go forward [41:20] How therapy made Ange so strong as a child [48:00] Our bodies have a language [55:30] How to deal with an energy vampire Notable Quotes “People can feel intuitively that you are hiding something. They just don’t know what it is.”“With psychic readings, if you get things wrong, you can really have a massive impact on someone’s life.”“Be careful what you think because it may not be your thoughts.”“Success is 50% mindset.”“What you are going through is in your body; you just don’t realize it.”“People don’t need to understand about energy or know about energy in order to use your energy.” RESOURCES: MARRIED TO A “NICE” GUY: GETTING OVER NARCISSISTIC ABUSE: SHOP HERE PRIVATE FACEBOOK SUPPORT GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/marriedtoaniceguy/ FOLLOW THE PODCAST: http://www.thatswhereimatpodcast.com BOOKS & JOURNALS: https://www.amazon.com/author/laurarichards RESOURCES FOR YOUR HEALING: https://www.thatswhereimatpodcast.com/resources FOLLOW ANGE: WEBSITE: https://www.angedelumiere.biz/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ange-de-lumiere-992545109 FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/AngedeLum THE FREEDOM PROGRAMME: https://www.freedomprogramme.co.uk
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    1 hr and 4 mins

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