"If you have the guts to take the first step, the second step will show itself. You do not have to worry about the second or the third step; you will be on the path." - Johanna Crawford.

In this episode, I'm joined by the inspiring Johanna Crawford. Johanna is the Author of "It Takes A Woman To Empower Women" and the Founder of Web of Benefit (WOB). This non-profit operated from 2004 to 2016 and awarded over 2200 grants to survivors of domestic violence in Chicago and Boston. Johanna, a survivor of domestic violence, or as she calls it, intimate terrorism, connected WOB with over 120 agencies in the US, 18 private foundations, and a donor base of 500 individuals. Her work has been recognized by The Massachusetts Conference for Women in 2010, CNN Hero in 2012, and the Purpose Prize in 2013.

Throughout this episode, you'll learn more about Johanna's story and her passion for transforming the lives of thousands of survivors of domestic violence. Johanna also talks about how she helped women believe in their dreams, embrace their unique qualities, and build a life free of abuse.

Additionally, Johanna shares her thoughts on prioritizing self-care, boundary setting, celebrating small wins, crafting a dream proposal, and much more.

Tune in to Episode 165 of the Joy Found Here, learn more about Johanna's fascinating life, and discover why it takes a woman to empower women.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• You are already enough, don't be normal, be unique (2:50)
• The importance of taking the first step (8:00)
• Johanna talks about the three parts of a dream proposal (12:10)
• Survivors need a belief buddy and need to become someone else's belief buddy (16:50)
• Johanna talks about why she decided to retire from WOB (24:40)
• No is a complete sentence (32:10)

Connect with Johanna Crawford:

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Instagram
• Twitter
• Facebook
• Book: Johanna Crawford - It Takes a Woman to Empower Women: A Survivor's Guide to Creating the Life of Her Dreams

Let's Connect:

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