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Jan 6, 2023

Cindy Benezra is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, sexual abuse advocate, and author of Under the Orange Blossoms book. She found trauma at a young age in the form of sexual abuse by her own father. This episode is one about overcoming and becoming more than your trauma. Cindy Benezra shares her sexual abuse story from her childhood, healing journey, and her passion for advocating for sexual abuse survivors. Her story is about surviving sexual abuse and how that shaped the resilient woman she is today.

Listen in to learn the importance of having discussions around sexual abuse so we can find a solution rather than ignoring that it exists. You will also learn how to use breathwork, meditation, journaling, visualization, and moving your body to connect with yourself and heal from your trauma.

Key Takeaways:

  • The importance of having discussions around sexual abuse and finding a solution
  • How to positively shift your mindset by telling yourself positive mantras and quotes
  • How to challenge yourself to heal by undertaking uncomfortable steps toward healing
  • How breathwork, meditation, and journaling allows you to connect with yourself and get perspective
  • The healing and grounding power of moving your body, especially in nature