Sally Kohn: When we're talking about abusive power, what we'retalking about is power over. We're using the power that we have to try to influence another person to get something that we want. And so that's a very specific type of power, but another type of power. She says one thing this situation did for her was it clarified who I am as a person in a way that I'm no longer afraid of that.Kohn: Being able to uphold truth in situations that are incredibly difficult can help us create real change and change in our communities.
If you have ever been in a situation where another was willing to harm you for their own benefit, then abuse has happened and that person has become an abuser. In this episode, we talk about the process leading up to this abuse, helping listeners to identify warning signs. We also offer practical advice that empowers survivors to take back control and find healing after abuse has occurred. In this second of a two-part conversation on abuse of power, join us to learn how to establish healthy boundaries, find supportive communities that enable growth, and reclaim your power. Listen to part 1 here.
In this episode, Ginny and Brandi help listeners to:
- Gain awareness of the impact that abuse of power can have on personal and societal well-being
- Examine the ways language is used to dismantle trust and identify techniques to counteract this
- Grasp the importance of setting boundaries to counter abusive behavior and promote healthier relationships
- Identify how surrounding yourself with supportive communities enables healing and positive growth
- Learn to reclaim your authenticity by overcoming the effects of abuse and cultivating self-empowerment
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