{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"409: The Road to Empowerment","description":" In this powerful episode, we sit down with Kanchan Bhaskar, a woman who has truly experienced and overcome adversity. From growing up in a progressive family in India to enduring an abusive arranged marriage, Kanchan shares how she found her strength, reclaimed her identity, and built a new life for herself and her children.  Her journey is one of resilience, courage, and empowerment, and today, she shares the wisdom she gained along the way. If you\u2019ve ever felt trapped in a situation and unsure of your next step, this episode is for you.  What You\u2019ll Learn in This Episode:  \u2705 The reality of arranged marriages in India and the cultural expectations placed on women \u2705 How Kanchan navigated an abusive marriage and the challenges of leaving \u2705 The critical moment that changed her mindset and helped her reclaim her power \u2705 The importance of financial independence in escaping toxic situations \u2705 How she built resilience and mental strength to rise above her circumstances \u2705 The role of unexpected \u201cangels\u201d in guiding her to a new path \u2705 Why breaking free from limiting beliefs is key to transformation \u2705 The power of forgiveness, self-worth, and taking action  Key Takeaways & Quotes:  \ud83d\udcac \u201cWhen the pain of where you are becomes greater than the fear of the unknown, we jump.\u201d \ud83d\udcac \u201cI looked in the mirror and asked\u2014where is that confident woman? She is still inside me.\u201d \ud83d\udcac \u201cYou must have a safety plan in place\u2014your future depends on it.\u201d \ud83d\udcac \u201cThere are always people who will show up at the right time\u2014pay attention.\u201d  Resources & Links:  \ud83d\udcd6 Kanchan Bhaskar\u2019s Book: Leaving: How I Set Myself Free From an Abusive Marriage \ud83c\udf10 Website: KanchanBhaskarCoach.com \ud83d\udcf2 Follow Kanchan on Social Media: Instagram:  https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/coach_kanchan\/  \ud83c\udfa7 More Episodes: [Podcast Website\/Directory Link]  Resources & Connect with Dr. Debi\u202f  The PBT Institute: Break free from the pain of betrayal and find safety, love, and trust again.\u202f  For the betrayed \u2013\u202fReclaim: Heal from your betrayal and take your life back.\u202f  For the betrayer \u2013\u202fRebuild: Heal yourself and help heal the heart you broke.\u202f  Take the Post Betrayal Syndrome Quiz \u2013\u202fPost-Betrayal Syndrome Quiz\u202f  Want to become a Certified PBT Coach\/Practitioner?\u202fCheck out our FREE masterclass here.\u202f  Stay Connected Follow the podcast for more episodes designed to inspire and guide you through the healing process. Together, we\u2019ll move through the five stages of healing and beyond.\u202f  ","author_name":"From Betrayal To Breakthrough","author_url":"http:\/\/pbtinstitute.com","html":"