EP259: Release the Shame and Rebuild Your Self-Worth with Dr. Rhonda James Woolard

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How do you begin to rebuild your self-worth when your childhood taught you that your needs didn’t matter?

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Rhonda James Woolard, a Certified Master Coach, international speaker, best-selling author, and social worker with more than 20 years of experience.

Rhonda shares her experience of surviving childhood sexual abuse and carrying shame that was never hers to bear. She speaks honestly about how feeling unheard affected her relationships and her ability to speak up within her family.

We talk about releasing self-blame, setting boundaries, and learning to recognize that your feelings and needs deserve care. Rhonda shares how faith, therapy, professional support, and the love of her grandparents contributed to her healing and helped her see her own worth.

She also reflects on forgiveness as part of her personal journey and how her experiences shaped her work empowering other women to find their voices. Each person’s healing unfolds differently, and Rhonda encourages listeners who feel stuck to begin with one small, manageable step.

Thank you, Rhonda, for sharing your story and reminding us that we are worthy of joy, hope, and peace.

Content note: This episode includes discussion of childhood sexual abuse, family responses to abuse, and mental health. Please listen at your own pace and take breaks as needed.

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