We had the good fortune of connecting with Ina Johnson Myers and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Ina, can you walk us through the thought-process of starting your business?
As an employee for many decades of multiple jobs (sometimes simultaneously), I have had an entrepreneurial heart for most of my adult life. I love to create, design, and figure things out. Although some jobs may give an employee some room to be creative, for the most part, employees are usually hired to repeat a set process determined by the organization that hired them. I’ve been starting businesses since the early 90s. I recently found an old business license for retail sales and mail orders of computers and accessories from the state of California while I was early in my military career. My computer business in 1991 was before the Internet was widely available or affordable to the average person. I was able to see the computing needs of the community around me and do something to fulfill them. Starting a business is about identifying the real needs of the community in which you will serve and being the best answer to those needs.

As the Founder of When She Rise, my goal was to provide education, support, and resources to the millions of women suffering from the effects of Narcissistic Abuse. The trauma of being abused mentally, emotionally, sexually, or financially is different from being abused physically. Physical abuse has evidence, whereas mental, emotional, sexual, or financial abuse isn’t as easy to identify or explain to people, and you know your health and well-being are negatively affected, but the abuser is charming, friendly, and a civil servant in public, often leaving victims nowhere to turn for help. Many times, the devastation of Narcissistic Abuse leads victims to suicide or alcohol and drug addiction because that is the fastest escape from their pain.

Alright, so for those in our community who might not be familiar with your business, can you tell us more?
Her company specializes in Narcissistic Abuse awareness, recovery, and victim prevention. She advocates for women to understand the difference between healthy and narcissistic love and relationships. She helps women develop the tools to spot those red flags during the dating phase, the not-so-obvious narcissistic personality traits, and mannerisms to recognize and avoid. She also helps them focus on the Christian approach to dealing with those personality traits as they walk out their healing journey from those toxic relationships so they can intentionally move from pain to divine purpose. Her own experiences with toxic relationships throughout her military career and beyond are why she advocates for women to be aware of whom they allow to sit at their table and not ignore the red flags they see and hear in their desire for a partner. Red flags do not turn green over time. Women birth generations. Broken and abused women raise broken and/or abused children, who, in turn, are very likely to repeat the cycle as adults. It’s imperative we do the heart work to heal and protect the generations to come.

Ina is a 24-year retired Army Combat Veteran with PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), a survivor of MST (Military Sexual Trauma) and Narcissistic Abuse. As a granddaughter of two WWI Veterans and the daughter of two WWII Veteran parents, resiliency isn’t just what she teaches……it’s all she knows.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
1. The Atlanta Botanical Garden is a must-see, especially if they are coming in December.

2. The Georgia Aquarium is another must-see. It’s a truly spectacular experience.

3. Postino West in Midtown for some great food, atmosphere, and live jazz music

4. Dekalb Farmers Market with the freshest fruits, vegetables, and seafood from all over the world

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
Before I recognize earthly people, I first have to recognize my Heavenly Father who, through all things He carried, supported, and provided for me. The devil thought he had the power to destroy me so that I would devastatingly fail, but my Father had Jeremiah 29:11 plans for me….and I am ever so thankful and grateful He did. Second, I have to shout out my incredible family of three children, six sisters, and two amazing parents. I have been supported and unconditionally loved all my life. As an Author, Resiliency Coach, and Speaker, I am surrounded by amazing women. I dedicate this shout-out to all the amazing women who have made it their life’s work to empower, educate, uplift, support, and pray for other women all over the globe.

Website: https://www.WhenSheRise.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whensherise1/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/whensherise1/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/WhenSheRise1

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WhenSheRise1.InaJohnsonMyers

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@whensherise1

Other: https://linktr.ee/whensherise1 https://www.RisingAboveNarcissisticAbuse.com/

Image Credits
Studio shots: photosbykori.com

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