We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Alana Sharps. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Alana below.
Hi Alana, so happy to have you on the platform and I think our readers are in for a treat because you’ve got such an interesting story and so much insight and wisdom. So, let’s start with a topic that is relevant to everyone, regardless of industry etc. What do you do for self-care and how has it impacted you?
I use time management skills to keep myself from becoming overwhelmed with work and managing three kids. I also walk, meditate, strength train and eat clean to combat brain fog, increase my energy levels and support my immune system.
Great, so let’s take a few minutes and cover your story. What should folks know about you and what you do?
I am a high conflict divorce and child custody consultant. I provide emotional and strategic support to survivors of abuse during their divorce and child custody legal battles. Most people think that abuse stops once you leave an abusive relationship; however, when you share children with your abuser, you encounter what is known as post separation abuse. Post separation abuse comes in the form of financial and legal abuse, harassment/stalking, using the children as pawns etc. I’m very passionate about what I do since I’ve been in those shoes. I wrote my best selling memoir, “Was it My Fault – An Abusive Survivor’s Story and Guide for Navigating Narcissistic Red Flags” to provide awareness and education on emotional and post separation abuse as well as it’s impact on survivors and their children. My second book, “Finding Peace – Becoming the Empowered Survivor” delves into rebuilding and healing after surviving an abusive relationship.
Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?
The three most important qualities for my line of work are being compassionate, having empathy for others, and having a desire to help those in need. Additionally, understanding how the family court system operates in divorce and child custody cases is an essential area of expertise.
Who is your ideal client or what sort of characteristics would make someone an ideal client for you?
My ideal client is an abuse survivor navigating a divorce or child custody dispute, feeling overwhelmed by the legal process and enduring ongoing post-separation abuse. They often feel isolated, believing that no one truly understands their experience or emotions.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.surthrivetribe.com
- Instagram: @alanasharps @surthrivetribe
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alanasharpsauthor/
- Twitter: @alanasharps
Image Credits
Kimberly Metz for photo with the red jacket.
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