Aug. 5, 2026

ABOUT THIS EPISODE

In this episode, I sat down with Darlene Lekowski to talk about her courageous journey of surviving childhood sexual abuse and the path she has taken toward healing. Darlene shared how writing, therapy, and the support of others helped her confront her trauma and reclaim her voice. We talked about the importance of speaking out, breaking the stigma surrounding abuse, and creating spaces where survivors feel seen, heard, and believed. Darlene's story is one of incredible courage, resilience, and hope for anyone walking their own healing journey.
Connect with Darlene: www.darlenespeaksup.com
Instagram” @darlenelekowski
Darlene’s Book: Shattering Silence: A Story of Survival, Justice and the Power of Telling the Truth
https://www.amazon.com/Shattering-Silence-Survival-Justice-Telling/dp/1958472417/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2MVZ5JP75Q1J7&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.6oVjDeXVgeXn8kQok1ptlA.1StPPMQEs_qWD6k77NpFPWpSMPw23-RKoghoWHArbtk&dib_tag=se&keywords=shattering+silence+darlene+lekowski&qid=1783977530&sprefix=shattering+silence%2Caps%2C557&sr=8-1

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