In episode 14, I talk about a couple of incidences in which I had panic attacks - what I was feeling and how it impacted relationships with acquaintances. I also discuss the support that I wish I would have received from those around me. As the

Episode 13: Regrets and Renewal

Jun 10th, 2019 20m 24s

In Episode 13, I discuss a couple of things that I did right after the bomb drop that I now regret. Let's just say that agreeing to buy a motorcycle probably wasn't one of the best decisions I made. I also examine the "why" behind doing what I

Episode 12: Interview with Vikki Stark

Jun 3rd, 2019 55m 37s

In this episode, I interview Vikki Stark, author of Runaway Husbands: The Abandoned Wife's Guide to Recovery and Renewal. Vikki shares her own story of being an abandoned wife and what led her to researching and then writing the book. She discu

Episode 11: Interview with Regina Gulbinas Part 2

May 20th, 2019 30m 22s

This is an episode which discusses domestic violence. If you are triggered by this, you may wish to skip this episode. Domestic violence can happen to anyone. No body deserves to be physically, emotionally or psychologically abused. That's why

Episode 10: Interview with Regina Gulbinas (Part 1)

May 13th, 2019 21m 22s

Regina Gulbinas is my first interview for the Overcomer podcast. Regina is a successful businesswoman who helps turn around and reorganize companies. She has managed to turnaround over 100 companies in the past 17 years. Regina discusses her ma

Episode 9: Mother's Day

May 11th, 2019 13m 37s

Mother's Day may be difficult for some if this is the first (or second or third) one you are spending without your husband. For me, this is my second Mother's Day that I'm spending on my own. I share thoughts about this holiday when I was with

Episode 8: Decisions

May 5th, 2019 21m 16s

Episode 8 covers decisions I had to make as I worked through the end of the marriage. The first decision I discuss is what I did after the ex said that we were done. I discuss turning to websites that cover reconciliation in the face of infidel

Episode 7: Overcoming Challenges

Apr 28th, 2019 22m 21s

In today's episode, I share my tips on overcoming challenges that you are facing. The first part is dealing with getting through the early days after the bombdrop. It is easy to obsess over what the other person is doing, so I had to develop to

Episode 6: Trauma

Apr 20th, 2019 21m 11s

In Episode 6, I explore why abandonment creates trauma for the person experiencing it. I also discuss trauma bonding and why going no contact or gray rock is important in the healing process. I share my own experience with trauma and trauma bon

Episode 5: Eight Tips to Follow After the Bomb Drop

Apr 13th, 2019 17m 37s

You can be in a complete fog after the bomb drop. This podcast has 8 practical recommendations to follow right now to help you move through the process. The one thing I learned through all of this is that the more I took control of what was hap

Episode 4: What's an Overcomer?

Apr 6th, 2019 20m 58s

This episode provides an overview on how I came up with the name "Overcomer." It also discusses the Runaway Husbands group and why I shared the post that I did in the previous podcast and why I won't share other posts. Finally, I close with how

Special Episode 1 - Celebration!

Apr 3rd, 2019 6m 47s

Listen to today's special episode celebrating the first 100 downloads since launching this podcast just three days ago!My e-mail address is mschristal.hall@gmail for comments, suggestions, or questions.My blog address is It's Never too Late t

Episode 3: Don't Judge

Mar 31st, 2019 17m 29s

I discuss a post in one of the divorce groups that I belong to that was full of judgment. It seemed to place blame on the women in the group for not doing enough to save their marriage. I also share another post from Facebook by a man who exper

Episode 2: Transformation

Mar 30th, 2019 21m 31s

I discuss a little bit further more of the Runaway Husband's book by Vikki Stark. Vikki discusses eight stages that abandoned wives go through after receiving the news that their husbands are leaving the marriage. I share my journey through eac

Episode 1: Introduction to Overcomer with Christal Hall

Mar 29th, 2019 19m 37s

Listen as I share my story of an unexpected event - the sudden news that my husband wanted out of our 31 year marriage. This is an uplifting podcast that shares my struggles and triumphs after receiving the news along with practical advice to o

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