Dr. Karla Hylton Dr. Karla Hylton, an esteemed educator and accomplished author with a wealth of knowledge cultivated over a 27-year teaching career, is a distinguished author, mentor, and educational consultant. Achieving a PhD in Biotechnology at the age of twenty-five, Karla embarked on a journey dedicated to both academia and mentorship. In 2012, Karla ventured into entrepreneurship, founding Your Empowerment Solutions (YES) Institute, a thriving tutoring company renowned for its 100% pass rate in CSEC, CAPE, and IGCSE examinations. Karla's dedication to education extends beyond the classroom.  As a contributing writer for the Jamaica Observer's Career & Education section, she imparts her insights on education. An accomplished author, she has penned two impactful books, 'Yes You Can Help Your Child Achieve Academic Success' and 'Complete Chemistry, a Revision Workbook.' Her literary prowess further shines through engaging children's books and a recent autobiography, 'The Unvarnished Truth: Purpose in the Pain,' delving into personal experiences, triumphs, and empowerment in the face of adversity. In addition to her literary pursuits, Karla offers professional writing services. Her expertise extends to mentoring and tutoring teenagers, fostering academic excellence and personal growth. Residing in Kingston, Jamaica, Karla finds joy in reading, watching movies, and indulging her passion for interior design. Her spare time is devoted to enhancing house interiors and exploring building design, showcasing her multifaceted talents. Summary Dr. Karla Hylton shares her transformative resilience journey, from enduring a traumatic childhood event to surviving a tumultuous 27-year marriage. She discusses the pivotal moment of accepting her adult children's estrangement and the personal growth that came with it. Dr. Hilton also explores the challenges she faced in her marriage, including the lack of emotional connection and the pressure to conform to societal norms. She emphasizes the importance of sharing personal experiences to inspire and uplift others. The conversation delves into signs of abuse and narcissism, as well as the process of getting to know oneself and finding purpose. Dr. Hilton highlights the issue of financial abuse and shares her contact information and book recommendations. Takeaways Acceptance is vital to finding peace within oneself.Recognize signs of abuse and narcissism in relationships.Getting to know oneself and finding purpose is a transformative journey.Financial abuse is a form of control that should be recognized and addressed. Dr. Karla's Links: https://www.instagram.com/karlahylton/ www.khylton.com Dr. Lauren's links: Discovery Call- Coaching- https://calendly.com/helloresilienceu... Discovery Call- Ed Therapy- https://calendly.com/helloresilienceu... Active Your Stem Cells - https://lifewave.com/2126820 The Serenity Suite- https://resilienceunliminited.myflode... 13 Must Ask Questions to Know if You Need an Ed. Therapist- https://resilienceunliminited.myflode... Join the podcast mailing list- https://resilienceunliminited.myflode... Support the show