In this conversation, keynote speaker, recruiter, and author Katrina Collier shares her raw and transformative journey from childhood narcissistic abuse to becoming an internationally recognized voice in recruitment, leadership, and emotional healing with host, Erica Pasvar on The More Than Your Age Podcast.
Raised in a highly controlling and emotionally abusive environment, Katrina unpacks how early trauma shaped her identity, relationships, and self-worth—and how she ultimately broke free. Through therapy, spiritual healing, and deep inner work, she rebuilt her life, career, and confidence after 40.
Now a global speaker and author of The Damage of Words, Katrina is on a mission to help others recognize trauma patterns, heal emotional wounds, and step into their purpose at any age.
Key Topics Covered
Growing up with narcissistic abuse and emotional manipulation
The long-term impact of childhood trauma and gaslighting
Complex PTSD, self-hatred, and love addiction patterns
Breaking cycles of abusive relationships in adulthood
Starting a business at 39 during the global financial crisis
Building a global speaking career with no degree
Ageism in hiring and why experience is undervalued
Overcoming fear, self-doubt, and limiting beliefs after 40
Key Takeaways
Childhood trauma can silently shape adulthood decisions, relationships, and career paths
Narcissistic abuse often involves gaslighting, denial, and emotional control
Healing requires awareness, therapy, and rebuilding self-trust
You can reinvent your life and career at any age—even after 40
Experience, not credentials alone, creates real expertise
Your “limiting beliefs” are often inherited, not true
Purpose becomes clear when you follow what energizes you
About the Guest
Katrina Collier is a keynote speaker, recruiter, and author of The Damage of Words. She specializes in recruitment, hiring strategy, and emotional intelligence in the workplace. After overcoming a traumatic childhood and abusive relationships, she built a successful international career helping organizations improve hiring practices and human connection in business.
Listen If You’re Interested In
Personal development and trauma healing
Women’s empowerment and reinvention stories
Career transformation after 40
Psychology of abuse and recovery
Recruitment, hiring, and workplace culture
Inspirational success stories
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