Breaking the Power: A Survivor's Guide to Reclaiming Your Voice

By April Benson

Power doesn't just exist in political offices-it lives in the ability to silence, to make others question their reality, to turn systems of protection into weapons of control. But power can be broken.

April Benson, a nationally recognized speaker and educator, provides an essential guide for survivors of power abuse, advocates, and professionals. Drawing from her experience as both an educator and survivor, she reveals proven strategies for:

Recognizing patterns of power abuse and manipulationCreating effective documentation systemsBuilding protective support networksNavigating compromised institutionsReclaiming voice and personal authorityTransforming survival into powerful advocacy

Written from both sides of trauma-as someone who taught others to advocate before having to advocate for herself-this groundbreaking book offers practical tools while illuminating the path from survival to strength. Whether confronting political influence, institutional power, or systemic abuse, readers will find crucial insights and actionable strategies for breaking free and reclaiming their power.

This comprehensive guide includes documentation templates, safety planning resources, and concrete steps for building resilience and creating change.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DTT5NQC6
• ISBN13: 9798307903827
• Release Date: January 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 62 Pages
• Weight: 0.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"