Rising After Divorce with Counselor & Author Sonia Krishna Chand, LPC
In this powerful episode of Bent Not Broken, host Deborah Griffiths sits down with licensed professional counselor, podcast host, and author Sonia Krishna Chand. Together, they dive into the emotional challenges of divorce, the journey of rebuilding self-esteem, and the practical steps you can take to reclaim your sense of identity and self-worth.
Sonia shares insights from her counseling work and her own journey—reminding us that while divorce can feel like the end, it’s also an opportunity to rise, heal, and redefine your future.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
- The most common emotional struggles people face during and after divorce—grief, heartbreak, and loss of identity.
- How to recognize triggers and stop them from taking over your life.
- The truth about self-esteem—what it is, why it matters, and how to strengthen it.
- The power of positive self-talk and affirmations in rewiring your mindset.
- Why therapy, coaching, and group support are vital tools for healing.
- How to set and protect healthy boundaries in future relationships.
- Sonia’s key message of hope: “You may feel broken, but you are not broken—you are on the rise.”
About Sonia Krishna Chand, LPC
Sonia Krishna Chand is a licensed professional counselor, podcast host of On the Spectrum with Sonia, and author of the memoir Dropped in a Maze. Through her work, she helps individuals process trauma, build self-esteem, and navigate life transitions with courage and clarity.
- 🎧 Listen to On the Spectrum with Sonia on all major podcast platforms
- 📖 Get her memoir Dropped in a Maze on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Target, and Walmart
- 🌐 Learn more at soniakrishnachand.net
Key Takeaway
Your worth is not defined by your relationship status. Divorce may change your title, but it doesn’t erase your value, your gifts, or your purpose.
Resources & Links
- Sonia’s memoir: Dropped in a Maze
- Podcast: On the Spectrum with Sonia
- Website: soniakrishnachand.net
Episode Quote
“Every emotion in grief is a teacher. When we ask, ‘What is this trying to teach me?’—that’s when true healing begins.” — Sonia Krishna Chand
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