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The Real Talk Real Women show is a valuable resource for individuals who have experienced abuse or toxic relationships and are looking for support and guidance on their healing journey. The show features strong and powerful women who have overcome their own challenges and are now helping others do the same. Gemma Serenity has a diverse and extensive background in education and personal development. She uses her experiences and expertise to help others build confidence, self-love, and success in various areas of their lives. The mission of this show is to raise awareness about abuse and provide support for individuals who have experienced it, by making a positive impact in the world. https://www.realtalk-realwomen.com
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Wednesday Apr 19, 2023
Wednesday Apr 19, 2023
Elizabeth’s first experience with abuse was at the age of 15 when she was with a 21-year-old. The abuse continued when they got back together at 18 and had a daughter together. The daughter's father was even more dangerous and left her partially disabled after an assault. He would torture her in the bathroom for hours, leading her to become addicted to the pain medication prescribed by doctors. He even choked her to the point where her windpipe would collapse, causing her to have difficulty breathing for a year after he left.
She sought help from a battered women's shelter, but they turned her away despite having two beds available after the police warned that her situation could put other women in danger. The bed was given to another woman who was not even physically abused but had her car kicked by a man.
She then turned to drug dealers for protection and encountered dangerous sociopathic predatory men. Eventually, she ended up in prison. She witnessed and experienced violence against women. Shockingly, 70% of women in prison have experienced some form of domestic violence or sexual assault before even going to prison.
This is the reality for many women in America after being failed by society, as the country has the highest rate of incarceration in the world, and the number of incarcerated women is constantly growing.
Despite all of this, she managed to find a way to heal and rebuild herself from scratch. She painted murals in prison and started an environmentally friendly clothing brand that features her artwork in plus sizes.
Elizabeth Mikotowicz’s mission is to make women feel stunning and empowered, so much so that they could face any challenge and come out victorious. Her brand represents her journey of self-healing, as she inspires other women who have been through similar struggles to prevail over abuse.
Connect with Elizabeth Mikotowicz
email address: epcmaineart11@gmail.com
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clothing website: https://www.legaleriste.com/en/elizabeth.mikotowicz
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