Surviving Toxic Relationships Podcast
Deana and Lizzie are two women whose lives unexpectedly crossed through a shared past with the same emotionally abusive partner. From that pain came Surviving Toxic Relationships—a faith-based podcast about truth, healing, and empowerment after emotional and relational abuse.
Grounded in faith and guided by God’s grace, they share honest conversations about manipulation, betrayal, gaslighting, trauma bonding, and recovery. Their mission isn’t to label anyone—it’s to reveal the patterns of toxic relationships and show how healing and freedom are possible through faith.
Each episode invites listeners into a space of hope, restoration, and renewal—where women can rediscover their worth, rebuild their confidence, and walk boldly in freedom.
Their message is simple but powerful: Your past may shape you, but it doesn’t define you. Healing is possible.
New to the podcast? Start with our trailer to learn more about who we are and the heart behind Surviving Toxic Relationships.
Surviving Toxic Relationships Podcast
Episode #71: Sick, Stuck, and Still Worthy: Deborah Weed’s Powerful Midlife Comeback
In this inspiring episode, Deborah Weed opens up about her powerful transformation—from a high-achieving corporate career to becoming the founder of the Self-Worth Initiative and the Quills Up Movement. 💫
After a life-altering health crisis, Deborah began to reframe her understanding of value, moving from external validation to embracing her intrinsic worth. She shares how a simple 1943 copper penny sparked a personal revolution, leading her to create tools, stories, and a musical called Paisley to help women—especially in midlife—reclaim their creativity and self-worth.
✨ What you'll learn in this episode:
- The difference between self-esteem and self-worth
- Why creativity is a powerful force for healing and transformation
- How women can advocate for themselves in a broken healthcare system
- The emotional cost of disappointment vs. fear
- Why community and connection are non-negotiables for true resilience
🔑 Whether you're navigating midlife, recovering from burnout, or searching for a deeper sense of meaning—Deborah’s wisdom will remind you: You are valuable, even when the world tells you otherwise.
Deborah Weed
Founder of the Self-worth Initiative, LLC
Creator of Paisley The Musical
http://www.selfworthinitiative.net
http://www.paisleysfashionforest.com
https://deborahweed1.hopp.to/amazon
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