Ep 33: From Survivor to Author: Navigating Spousal Addiction Through Advocacy with Kathryn M Lackey
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When Kathryn Lackey packed her bags and left Dallas for Nashville, she wasn't just moving cities—she was stepping into a new chapter of resilience and renewal. Her journey is a testament to the unpredictable twists of life, marked by the challenges of starting anew after confronting her husband's shocking secrets and tragic death. Through this episode, Kathryn shares her path from a flourishing career in interior design to becoming the author of a poignant memoir, "Letters from Love's Battlefield: Triumph in the Aftermath of a Spouse's Sexual Addiction," which helped her find healing and empowerment.
Kathryn's story confronts deep betrayal and the emotional turmoil that follows. Her story is a powerful reminder of the importance of addressing past traumas to foster personal growth and resilience.
Kathryn opens up about the lessons learned from self-publishing and the necessity of coaching for aspiring authors. Kathryn's insights encourage anyone seeking to share their truth through writing. As Shauna Lynn discusses her impactful book launch and its reception, she emphasizes supporting meaningful content and leaving reviews to aid creators. Join Shauna Lynn as she embraces Kathryn's message of hope and empowerment, encouraging listeners to spread positivity within their communities.
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American Addiction Center: https://americanaddictioncenters.org/sex-addiction
Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference: www.blueridgeconference.com/
Operation Underground Railroad: ourrescue.org/
Kathryn M Lackey:
Learn More About Kathryn: https://www.kathrynmlackey.com/
Heart Of The Home Styling & Designs: www.heartofhomedesigns.com/about
Letters From Love’s Battlefield Book Download: https://www.kathrynmlackey.com/
About Kathryn M Lackey
Kathryn Lackey is the founder of Heart of the Home Styling & Designs, a seasoned designer, entrepreneur, and author of Letters from Love’s Battlefield. With over 20 years of experience in design and renovation, Kathy's journey into this career began as a survival job following the devastating loss of her husband to sexual addiction. She turned her passion for design, particularly kitchen and bath design, into a thriving business, blending her real estate background with her deep understanding of creating “heart of the home” spaces that enhance property value. Kathy’s journey also includes years of caregiving, navigating divorce, and raising her children while managing her parents' real estate amidst her mother’s Alzheimer's.
In 2019, Kathy embraced her entrepreneurial spirit by launching her own solopreneur kitchen design and home staging business, and soon after she relocated to Nashville for a fresh start. Her personal story took a transformative turn following her former husband's death, which led her to rediscover a journal of unsent letters to him. These letters inspired her book, Letters from Love’s Battlefield, which became a #1 Amazon new release and a Foundations Award winner. Through her story, Kathy now empowers women who have experienced trauma from sexual addiction, helping them heal and discover their true potential.