Living with chronic symptoms can be overwhelming - but it can also connect you to a deeper sense of empowerment and resilience than you ever knew you had.
In this episode, Cristabelle interviews Nia Renee, MBA, a 6x brain surgery survivor, model, motivational speaker, and the founder of "How To Love A Battered Woman," a coaching business dedicated to helping survivors of narcissistic abuse reclaim their lives. Nia Renee shares her journey of diagnosis with Chiari Malformation leading to multiple brain surgeries, and the challenges she has faced in navigating the medical system. The conversation delves into the impact of brain injuries on identity, the grieving process for the self that once was, chronic invisible disability, and the importance of advocacy and support in the healing journey. Nia Renee emphasizes that survivors are not burdens and deserve love and happiness, encouraging listeners to continue pushing forward and seek support in their own journeys.
00:00 Intro with Cristabelle
04:04 Introducing Nia Renee's Journey
07:00 Navigating the Medical Maze + Finding Answers
14:46 The Impact of Brain Surgery on Identity
22:57 Grieving the Old Self- A Continuous Process
33:48 Advocacy and Moving Forward
38:25 Words of Hope
ABOUT NIA RENEE:
Nia Renee is a 6x brain surgery survivor and the founder of "How To Love A Battered Woman," a coaching business dedicated to helping survivors of narcissistic abuse reclaim their lives. With a deep understanding of the emotional and psychological impact of toxic relationships, she guides her clients toward personal healing and empowerment. Through her coaching, Nia Renee provides practical tools and compassionate support for building healthy relationships and finding independence.
Connect: www.howtoloveabatteredwoman.com | @howtoloveabatteredwoman
ABOUT CRISTABELLE:
Cristabelle Braden is an award winning singer/songwriter, keynote speaker, podcast host, brain injury survivor & advocate.
Connect: @cristabellebraden | cristabellebraden.com
About This Podcast
Have you or a loved one experienced a traumatic brain injury, stroke, concussion, or ABI? This podcast is for you. Sharing hope, support, and education for brain injury survivors, caregivers, and families. Hosted by award-winning TBI survivor, advocate, and singer/songwriter Cristabelle Braden, this is an uplifting podcast to bring hope to your darkest days. Subscribe and stay tuned for messages of encouragement, interviews with professionals, and survivor stories.
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This podcast is for education and informational purposes only, and not intended for medical advice. If you need specific medical advice, please consult your physician.
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