No More Hiding: From Trauma to Thriving in Recovery - Arleen - DA Speaker

Arleen, a grateful recovering Debtor and Under-Earner and business owner in Richmond, Virginia, shares their journey into DA, initially driven by extreme deprivation, unworthiness, and a profound fear of money rather than just debt, stemming from a challenging family background. Their recovery involved navigating a toxic work environment, experiencing divorce, and confronting deep-seated trauma that manifested as a struggle with hiding and receiving help. Through dedicated step-work, sponsorship, and fellowship, Arleen embraced vulnerability, found a new connection with a higher power, wrote two books, and now applies their lived experience to help other women overcome workplace bullying, embodying their commitment to ‘no more hiding’.