BULLETPROOF WOMEN PODCAST

Podcast Description:In this heartfelt and long-awaited Season 2 premiere, Gwen returns to the microphone after a three-year break to share the honest, unfiltered story behind her absence from Bulletproof Women.From personal challenges, pandemic struggles, burnout, and business setbacks, Gwen opens up about the ups and downs that led to her time away—and the lessons that ultimately reignited her passion for this podcast.She also shares the exciting changes ahead for Bulletproof Women, including:Fresh new episode formatsInspiring stories from amazing women in historyPowerful interviews with women who turned challenges into triumphsQuick “Pod-Bite” mini-episodes with thought-provoking reflectionsPersonal stories from Gwen herself—and YOU, the listeners!If you’ve ever faced moments of burnout, self-doubt, or unexpected detours, this episode will remind you that you’re never alone—and that every setback can lead to a comeback.✨ Hit Play & Join Gwen on this new chapter of resilience, empowerment, and community. ✨Episode Show Notes:In this Episode:Gwen’s honest reflections on her 3-year podcasting breakPersonal stories of business loss, family stress, and pandemic burnoutHow tough times became a turning point for growth & clarityThe importance of boundaries and intentional livingExciting new direction for Bulletproof WomenWhat to expect in Season 2—new topics, formats, and guest featuresKey Takeaway:Tough times don’t define you—they refine you. Your story is yours to write, and every day offers a chance to begin again.Listener Challenge:Reflect on a recent challenge that helped shape your personal growth. How can you use it to empower your next chapter?Connect & Subscribe:Don’t miss upcoming episodes! Subscribe to Bulletproof Women and follow along as we explore powerful stories of resilience and empowerment.

Sorry for the Long Wait!! My guest today, is the wonderful Susan Omilian. Susan M. Omilian JD is an attorney, motivational speaker and award-winning advocate and author who has helped hundreds of women reclaim their lives after abuse by taking the journey from victim to survivor to "thriver!"  She is the originator and facilitator of My Avenging Angel Workshops TM based on the idea that "living well is the best revenge," now conducted virtually on ZOOM free-of charge for survivors of abuse (domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse).  Visit www.MyAvengingAngel.com <http://www.MyAvengingAngel.com>  for more information.  Susan's Thriver Zone books, including the motivational guidance she has successfully used with survivors over ther last 20 years, are available at www.ThriverZone.com/shop <http://www.ThriverZone.com/shop> .  The books, as well as ebooks, are also available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble websites. You can contact Susan for more information at [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]> .

Today's experience is from someone incredibly special in my life. One of my very close childhood friends who I've known for over 20 years now, Harsha. Harsha lives in Dubai and has built a wonderful life for herself. However, as wonderful as her life and school years were, Harsha has had to deal with a physical attribute that made her stand out among our peers.  Sometimes in ways that hurt. This is her story of living and dealing with scoliosis.

Today's episode, we will revisit my chat with my friend Melissa and will dive into the second part of her experience. In Part 1, she spoke openly about the struggles she faced with depression and raising her rebellious teen daughter V, who was struggling with her own mental health issues, unknown to Melissa at that time. We ended the last episode with Melissa finding out that  V was pregnant and she wanted to once again move out from her mother’s home and get her own place with her boyfriend to raise her baby. Melissa’s story today cover’s extremely sensitive topics such as Postpartum depression, Child Abuse, dealing with Foster care situations and navigating the convoluted Red Tape of  Children's Aid Society in Ontario or, CAS. This experience and content is very heavy and may be difficult to hear. For some, it may trigger painful emotions. Listener discretion is Advised.

This is the tough experience of my next guest, Melissa, who has so bravely shared with us, some of the most difficult and stressful times that a woman and a mother can go through. Melissa's story today is about the hardship she's faced dealing with a rebellious teen, the pain of watching her child make one mistake after another,  and the anguish of feeling helpless while this happens. This experience and content is quite heavy and may be difficult to hear. For some, it may trigger painful emotions. Listener discretion is advised.