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Nov 2021
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#31: From Childhood Abuse to Olympics Go...

Gloria Zhang, MA
About this episode

Dana is an Olympic gold medalist and acclaimed Hollywood stuntwoman who's work includes Charlie's Angels, Mortal Kombat, Terminator 3, and the Avengers. Today she's here to talk about surviving childhood abuse and how healing her inner child led her to pursuing her wildest dreams. I am so honoured to be able to chat with Dana, who is a living embodiment of the healed High-Achiever, and I know you're going to get SO much out of this episode!

Episode Highlights

  • Dana's experience in choosing a thrilling Hollywood Stunts career despite physical challenges and risks
  • Dana's story of overcoming the struggles of childhood abuse and adversity and how it motivated her to DREAM BIG, pursue the career of her dreams, WIN an Olympic gold medal in Taekwondo
  • How taking one step with COURAGE helped Dana in healing and making peace with her dark past and how that pushed her to where she is now
  • Dana's advice for success for those who are working through trauma

Hey bestie! My mission is to help High-Achievers and people-pleasers heal their Inner Child and find healthy love, especially those who desire an extraordinary connection but often struggle in their relationships. 

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  2. Buy Dana's books here

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