In this powerful episode, author and advocate Adrienne Spires shares her journey of surviving domestic violence and how she found the strength to leave and rebuild. We discuss why leaving abusive relationships is so difficult, the emotional and systemic barriers survivors face, and how Adrienne transformed her trauma into a life of service to others. Her memoir, Roaring Resilience: Finding Grit in the Lion’s Den, is a testament to courage, healing, and the power of voice. Whether you're a survivor, an advocate, or someone seeking to understand, this conversation is raw, inspiring, and deeply important.

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