At 35, Krista Dykes, a busy music industry publicist and new mom, often wished for support from another working mom who understood her struggles. Inspired by her own journey, she launched Secret Mom Hacks to be that resource for new parents.
A Phi Rho Pi Gold Award winner in Persuasive Speaking and a seasoned communications professional, Krista shifted in February 2023 from media relations to full-time mompreneur, officially launching her podcast on March 1, 2023.
Through her podcast, she aims to pay it forward to parents who feel like she did as a first-time mom.
In this episode, Krista shares her powerful story of betrayal, uncovering the double life her husband was living, and the emotional abuse she endured along the way.
She opens up about the shock of discovering his infidelity, the pain of realizing just how deep the manipulation and gaslighting went, and the impact this had on her sense of trust and self-worth.
Krista also dives into the hidden signs of emotional abuse, the complexities of relationships when deception is involved, and her journey to rebuild after betrayal.
This conversation sheds light on what it’s really like to face such heartbreak and why community and support are so essential in the healing process.
Krista’s story reminds us that even in the darkest moments, there’s a path forward—and with the right support, healing is possible.
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