Adele takes us through her story with raw honesty, showing how a seemingly normal relationship slowly turned into something dangerous. It’s both gripping and unsettling, shedding light on how easily abuse can take hold. Her reflections on survival, instinct, and the emotional toll of domestic violence are eye-opening and deeply moving. What makes this book truly inspiring is her journey beyond trauma. Adele doesn’t just survive—she heals, forgives, and reclaims her life with a sense of purpose and spirituality. She shares hard-won wisdom—reminding us that every experience, even the most painful, shapes us, and can lead to transformation.

Healing from deep trauma is not just possible—it’s transformational. Courageous Healing shares the powerful journey of Adele M. George, a woman who faced unimaginable adversity and emerged stronger. Her story serves as inspiration for anyone seeking to overcome pain and reclaim their life.
About the Authors

Adele M. George is an experienced marketing executive with her own agency specializing in casino marketing strategy. Her passion is to be an advocate for victims of domestic violence. She is on a mission to bring awareness and healing to the millions of victims who suffer in silence. Her story is all the stronger for finding compassion for the victimizers and putting a human face to deeply damaged souls. She is a much sought-after speaker to victim rights groups and law enforcement. She lives in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Victor Escalante, co-author of Courageous Healing, is the creator of Escalante Mind Recode, a systemic methodology for fast generative change. He spent ten years working in the Texas Criminal Justice System with victims and offenders. He is the producer and the co-host of the “Courageous Healing Podcast” as well as a seasoned marketer. Based in Houston, Texas, he is dedicated to guiding others on their journey to transformation.
Adele George’s story is a powerful testament to the strength that lies within every woman who has faced fear, isolation, and abuse. Her journey from silence to empowerment is not just inspiring—it is a call to action. She bravely chose to step away from the shadows of pain and into a life of purpose, proving that courage is not the absence of fear but the determination to rise despite it. Through her words, she offers a guiding light to those still trapped in the darkness, reminding them that they, too, have the power to reclaim their lives
Adele bares her soul in this book and demonstrates the true definition of a domestic violence survivor, not that of a victim. She discusses how she came back from a horrendous and violent event that changed the core of her existence. Domestic violence and mental health need to be openly discussed and not hidden away anymore. This is the only way it can be met head on and Adele stresses the importance of this concept in this compelling nonfiction book.

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