Some losses are clean. Others dismantle you slowly – from the inside out, and in front of everyone.

This week, Sabrina is joined by Linda Magoon for a conversation about what it actually takes to rebuild a life after long-term control, public shame by association, and the kind of emotional collapse that leaves you questioning who you even are. Linda’s story is not one of slogans or easy reframes. It’s one of putting one foot in front of the other – literally – when everything else has fallen away.

What emerges is a grounded, honest account of recovery rooted in action: deliberate physical challenge, time in nature, professional support, and the quiet discipline of showing up for yourself when you have nothing left to prove and nowhere left to hide.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• What long-term control does to a person’s sense of self — and how disorienting it is to reclaim it
• How public shame by association compounds personal Grief, and what it takes to separate someone else’s choices from your own identity
• Why motivation alone is not enough in the aftermath of collapse — and what actually anchors recovery
• The role of deliberate physical challenge and time in nature as tools for rebuilding from the inside out
• Why professional support isn’t a shortcut — it’s part of the discipline
• What responsibility really looks like when you’re the one picking up the pieces

Resilience isn’t a mindset you adopt. It’s a practice you return to, every day, whether or not you feel ready. Linda’s website and resources: www.lindamagoon.com

Breen Time is hosted by Sabrina Brown MA – qualified coach, management consultant, and host of Breen Time on Brum Radio. With over two decades of experience leading large-scale transformation and advanced training in AI in Business Strategy from MIT, Sabrina brings structure, depth, and real-world insight to every conversation.

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Sabrina Brown The BreenTime Podcast

I’m someone who’s always loved learning, growing, and helping people navigate change. Over the years, I’ve built a career leading transformation and strategy work across healthcare and the public sector, but at heart I’m simply passionate about making a positive difference and supporting people to reach their potential.
I’m a proud mum to one daughter, and family means everything to me. I love travelling, keeping fit, meeting new people, and having meaningful conversations that inspire fresh ideas and new perspectives. I’m also passionate about coaching and personal development, and I’m always curious about what helps people grow and thrive.
Through my podcast and being part of this community, I hope to share real conversations, encouragement, and a reminder that it’s never too late to embrace change, try something new, and keep creating a life you love.