Date of Award

2025

Document Type

Abstract

Degree Name

Doctor of Strategic Leadership (DSL)

Department

Organizational Leadership

First Advisor

Dr. Emile Hawkins

Second Advisor

Dr. Katherine Hutchins

Abstract

"Permission to Unpack: Releasing the Traumas from Toxic Relationships, One Brick at a Time" is a transformative manuscript designed to empower women to confront and heal from the traumas tied to toxic relationships. This book serves as a comprehensive guide, offering practical tools and insights to help readers engage in self-discovery and healing at their own pace. Central to the narrative are the principles of transformational leadership, guiding women on a journey of self-exploration and empowerment.

The text delves into critical themes such as Depression, Cycles, Love Bombing, Domestic Violence, Relapse, Sex, Narcissism, Trauma Bonds, Rebounding, Grief, and Forgiveness, providing understanding to process these hidden traumas. Each theme is presented with sensitivity and humor, accompanied by personal anecdotes and creative chapter titles that make challenging subjects more approachable. This unique narrative style fosters relatability, allowing readers to openly engage with their own challenges in a safe, non-judgmental space for discussion.

Throughout the text, reflective questions encourage active participation in the healing process, facilitating deeper self-reflection and empowering individuals to recognize and dismantle limiting patterns in their lives. Ultimately, "Permission to Unpack" is more than a manual; it is a call to action for women to reclaim their narratives and embrace a mindset that fosters growth and transformation, setting the stage for a healthier, more empowered future. By encouraging readers to confront their past, this transformational coaching resource paves the way for a healthier future, where true healing and personal empowerment are within reach.

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