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"Betrayal is not the end of the story. It is the barren soil from which something new and beautiful can grow."
— Susan Schleppegrell
ABOUT SUSAN
From a Garden of Shame to a Life Reclaimed
Susan Schleppegrell brings together personal experience, research, and a deep belief in the resilience of the human spirit. Her work centers on one truth: betrayal can be the beginning of a new story, not just an ending. Read her full story →
"A powerful page turner! I admit I couldn’t put it down. The emotion just kept building. A story that takes you on a gut-wrenching roller-coaster ride. I was so invested in what Susan was going through, willing her to survive. I felt like I was living every twist and turn wishing it would somehow stop if I just read one more page. Cruelty pitted against kindness. How can such purposeful evil exist? Susan makes it clear that it does. This is a must read for everyone; it can happen at any age. No one is immune."
— Laura Downey Hill, Former Mayor Southlake TX, Author
"A vicious spiral of lies, betrayal and deceit which only escalates when the rescuer becomes yet another villain even worse than the first. Susan breaks free of the destruction and finds her way out to a renewed sense of hope and resilience vowing to share her story and help others through awareness and a path to healing."
— Jana Fielder LPC
"Twice Betrayed is a raw and emotional exploration of being a victim of
fraud. Susan's account of the crimes committed against her and her
attempts to find justice are a window into how scammers operate and
exploit their victims. Noah, a pathological liar and criminal, drew Susan into
his reality where her decisions ran counter to her good judgment. If you
have ever wondered how smart women become victims, this story is
important reading."
— Kimberley W. Deras, Hestia Investigations, Southlake, TX
SPEAKING
Bring Susan to Your Audience
Susan is a motivational speaker focusing on the vital themes of betrayal, healing, resilience, and the psychology of trust. Through her keynotes, she blends research, storytelling, and practical tools audiences can apply immediately.
✦ Custom Speaking Engagements
✦ Podcast & Media Interviews
✦ Workshops & Retreats
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