Chauntal Lewis on Domestic Violence, Anxiety, and Learning to Survive

2026-03-19

Chauntal Lewis joins State of Mind again. This time, for a deeply honest conversation about surviving domestic violence, living with anxiety, and finding a way forward after trauma. In this powerful episode, she opens up about abuse, love addiction, grief, losing her hand in a devastating car accident, and the work it took to reclaim her life and sense of self. This is a raw, emotional, and ultimately hopeful conversation about what it means to tell the truth, get help, and keep going. Show your support:Follow SOM, tap 5 stars, & share this episode with someone who needs it.

Chauntal Lewis joins State of Mind again. This time, for a deeply honest conversation about surviving domestic violence, living with anxiety, and finding a way forward after trauma. In this powerful episode, she opens up about abuse, love addiction, grief, losing her hand in a devastating car accident, and the work it took to reclaim her life and sense of self.

This is a raw, emotional, and ultimately hopeful conversation about what it means to tell the truth, get help, and keep going.

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