In this courageous three-part Rise & Thrive series, Dr. J. Nicole welcomes author, advocate, and survivor Sharon Gladney for a soul-shifting conversation on breaking free from toxic love, rediscovering your worth, and stepping into divine wholeness.
From trauma bonds to God’s promises, this series is a lifeline for anyone navigating emotional abuse, codependency, or the silent heartbreak of one-sided love. Sharon opens up about her personal journey of walking away from a toxic relationship that almost cost her everything—including herself.
Each episode builds on the last, offering spiritual insight, mental health clarity, and practical tools for:
Recognizing toxic patterns rooted in fear, fantasy, or familiarity
Releasing guilt, shame, and survival-mode behaviors
Reclaiming your identity and rebuilding with God at the center
Learning how to become whole without waiting on closure
Embracing the power of self-love, boundaries, and emotional healing
Choosing purpose over pain and peace over performance
Whether you’re in it, leaving it, or healing from it—this series is your reminder that God never called you to suffer for love.