Episode 70 | Escaping the Drama Triangle: From Reaction to Choice with Donna Zajonc

Mpowered Living with Ann Sheu · May 23, 2026 · 51m

In this episode of Mpowered Living, Ann Sheu sits down with leadership expert and co-creator of The Empowerment Dynamic, Donna Zajonc, to explore why so many of us get stuck in reactive patterns — especially in our closest relationships.

Donna breaks down the Drama Triangle framework, which explains the three common reactive roles people unconsciously fall into when triggered: victim, persecutor, and rescuer. She also shares how to shift into more intentional and empowered ways of relating through the creator, challenger, and coach roles.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Why reactive patterns…