How Abuse Changes the Way You Think About Yourself with Brooke Jones

Abuse doesn’t start with violence. It starts with control, fear, isolation, and slowly losing yourself. In this deeply vulnerable episode of Thinking That Matters, I sit down with Dr. Brooke Jones to discuss domestic violence, emotional abuse, trauma, healing, identity, and the long-term psychological impact of toxic relationships. Brooke shares her personal story of surviving severe abuse, rebuilding her life after trauma, and eventually founding Stronger Women, an organization helping survivors heal and rediscover their worth. Together, we explore: -why abuse is often misunderstood -how trauma rewires thought patterns -why boundaries feel impossible for survivors -the connection between shame and identity -how emotional abuse impacts leadership, confidence, and relationships -what healing actually requires This conversation is powerful, practical, emotionally honest, and deeply relevant for high achievers, leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone navigating fear, burnout, people-pleasing, or identity struggles. Sometimes healing begins when someone finally puts words to what you’ve been carrying. What thought patterns are shaping your life more than you realize? ⭐⭐⭐ Support Stronger Women! Help support survivors by sponsoring a woman's healing journey for $199, a Single Moms Event Night or Stronger Teens Program for $500, or by sponsoring a room in Stronger Women's new office. ⭐⭐⭐ About Dr. Brooke Jones Dr. Brooke Jones is a survivor, entrepreneur, and founder of Stronger Women®, a nonprofit helping domestic violence survivors heal through the Stronger than Espresso® Healing Model. She is also the author of Hiding Next Door, A Live Fret: 40 Days of Hope, and Stronger You. Connect with Stronger Women -Website: www.strongerwomen.com -Email: [email protected] -LinkedIn:   / dr-brooke-jones   -Facebook:   / brooke.jones.31521   Loved this episode? Follow, rate, and review the podcast. Because when you cultivate thinking that matters, you live a life that matters. ________ 💡 Join the Women Growth Group for live, in-person training that empowers your potential and connects you with a vibrant community of growth-minded women! https://linktr.ee/gowithelizabeth Stay connected with Elizabeth on social media: Facebook:   / elizabethbmahusay   Instagram:   / ebmahusay   Youtube:    / @elizabethmahusay   Website: https://elizabethmahusay.com/