Episode Summary
In this deeply moving episode, Dr. Debi Silber is joined by author and transformational guide Megan Walrod, whose debut novel It’s Always Been Me is not just a story—it’s a healing journey. What began as a personal process to move through her own betrayal turned into a breathtaking fictional narrative that reflects the five stages from betrayal to breakthrough.
Megan shares how writing the character of Sabina, a woman who loses herself while supporting her partner’s dream, became a powerful tool for reclaiming her voice and healing old wounds. Through this conversation, you’ll hear how creative expression, emotional release, and reconnection with intuition can become catalysts for transformation after heartbreak.
This episode is a powerful reminder: even when your life doesn’t look like the story you thought you’d live, you can write a new one and become the main character of your own life.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
- Why betrayal often invites us to reclaim buried dreams and lost parts of ourselves
- How writing can be a powerful tool for healing
- The difference between supporting others and losing yourself
- How to reconnect with your intuition after it’s been dismissed or doubted
- Why emotional expression (even messy or angry) is necessary for healing
- What it means to become the main character of your own life
- How Megan’s novel It’s Always Been Me mirrors the 5 Stages from Betrayal to Breakthrough
About the Guest
Megan Walrod is an author, speaker, and guide who helps women reclaim their voice, write their truth, and live a life aligned with their deepest desires. Her debut novel, It’s Always Been Me, is a fictionalized yet soul-baring exploration of healing after betrayal. The book includes free reflection questions and book group prompts, available at meganwalrod.com/book.
Resources
- Megan Walrod’s novel: It’s Always Been Me. Find it here: https://www.meganwalrod.com/book
- The 5 Stages from Betrayal to Breakthrough (learn more at thepbtinstitute.com)
- Painting, journaling, and creative expression as tools for trauma recovery