Episode 255

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3rd Sep 2026

From Pain To Pages: How Storytelling Heals Hidden Wounds

David Deane Haskell is Grace's guest in today's episode and the theme is deeply aligned with survival, truth-telling and emotional healing. - Perfect for creating a powerful, impactful conversation that resonates with listeners on a personal level.

QUOTES

“The pain we don’t face becomes the life we live.” — Dean Haskett

“Shame survives in silence, but it cannot survive truth.” — Dean Haskett

“Healing begins the moment you stop pretending you’re not hurt.” — Dean Haskett

“We carry the past not because we want to, but because we haven’t been shown how to let it go.” — David Deane Haskell

“Addiction is often the language of unspoken pain.” — David Deane Haskell

“Your story doesn’t end where the pain begins.” — David Deane Haskell

“What you totally avoid today will ask for your attention tomorrow.” - Grace Ovba

PODCAST KEY TAKEAWAYS

Unresolved pain doesn’t disappear—it transforms and resurfaces until it is acknowledged.

Addiction is often a symptom, not the root cause.

Shame thrives in silence but loses power when spoken.

Healing is not linear—it is a long, ongoing process.

Storytelling can be a powerful pathway to understanding and release.

Facing the truth is painful, but avoidance is often more destructive.

You are not defined by what happened to you—but by what you choose to do with it.

JOURNAL PROMPTS

What pain have I been avoiding, and why?

Where does shame show up in my life?

What patterns in my life might be rooted in past experiences?

When did I first learn to suppress my emotions?

What would it feel like to tell my story honestly?

What am I afraid will happen if I face my past?

How has silence shaped my life?

What does healing look like for me right now—not perfectly, but realistically?

What am I still carrying that no longer serves me?

If I could speak to my younger self, what would I say?

What does forgiveness mean to me—if anything?

Where in my life am I ready to begin again?

What support do I need to continue my healing journey?

What truth have I been afraid to admit?

How can I begin to release even a small piece of my pain today?

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About the Podcast

Rising Above Shadows Of Abuse
Society & Culture/Abuse
Rising Above Shadows Of Abuse Show with Grace Ovba, is about the topical issues of abuse prevalent in our society and culture. The impact on lives and possible reformation strategies. The show portrays real life stories of exceptional valiant women, who suffered pain, shame, trauma and guilt. Some of these individuals, used the tools of healing, forgiveness and compassion to serve as a positive propellant to actualising their dreams and breaking barriers in their various fields of human endeavours.
Each episode showcases case studies, stories, inspirational talks; involving interviews, conversations, solo/panel sessions with survivors, everyday people, professionals, charities, thought leaders and notable guests(Celebrities)
KEY TAKEAWAYS
"Abuse changes your life... Fight back and change the life of your abusers by breaking your silence on abuse" - Patty Rase Hopson
''So many people suffer abuse and suffer alone'' -Pamela Stephenson
''To those who abuse: The sin is yours, the crime is yours and the shame is yours. To those who protect the perpetrators: blaming the victim only masks the evil within, making you as guilty as those who abuse. Stand up for the innocent or go down with the rest.'' - Flora Jessop
#I take back my power
#Voice for the Voiceless
#Resilience
#Courage
#Mental health
ABOUT THE HOST - GRACE OVBA
Grace is a survivor of Domestic Violence, who is passionate about using her experiences to pave the way for other victims who are stuck in any form of abusive situations. She is a transformational coach, mentor, author, inspirational speaker and mother. She has a background in education, law and psychotherapy. She's on a mission to bring healing and wholeness to bruised and broken women.
Registered member of BACP (British Association For Counselling and Psychotherapy)
Registered member of Law Society UK
Connect via email: risingaboveshadowsofabuse@gmail.com
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Grace Ovba

Grace is a Survivor of Domestic Violence, who is passionate about using her own experiences to pave the way for other abusive victims who are stuck in any form of abusive situations. She is a mentor, transformational coach, author, inspirational speaker and mother. She has a background in education, law and psychotherapy. She is on a mission to bring healing and wholeness to broken and bruised women. She is an accredited member of the British Association For Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the Law society United Kingdom.