Overcoming Guilt and Shame for Leaving
Abuse thrives on shame — but survivors are not to blame. If you’ve ever felt guilty for leaving, or ashamed for what happened, please know those feelings aren’t yours to carry.They come from manipulat...
15 Okt 202510min
The Dangers of Leaving
Leaving doesn’t always mean the danger is over, in fact, the first 72 hours after leaving an abuser can be the most dangerous. This isn't meant to scare you into staying but it is to prepare you for t...
14 Okt 202516min
Legal Options for Survivors
Leaving abuse is hard enough. Understanding your legal options shouldn’t have to be.Let's talk about Protective Orders, Custody, and more on today's episode. Links for websites mentioned are below in ...
13 Okt 202515min
What is Reactive Abuse?
Today, I'm diving into an often not understood. Survivors can be pushed to a breaking point to where they think they are the abuser, take the blame, and/or feel crazy! This can look like:The abuser us...
12 Okt 202512min
Why doesn't she just leave?!
It can be hard to understand why someone would stay in a toxic relationship. I have heard people say:She/he must like it! I don't understand why she/he won't just leave!How stupid is she/he for stayin...
11 Okt 20257min
Finding resources to help a Survivor
Today's episode is about finding resources, shelters, advocacy help no matter what part of the world you are in!Just know that you are not alone and help is available. Reaching out to any of these pro...
10 Okt 202514min
Technology and Safety
Abuse doesn’t stop when screens are involved.*Protect devices, passwords, location sharing, online privacy.*Digital safety equals personal safety.Remember to perform a digital safety check. This could...
9 Okt 20256min
How friends and family can offer support a Survivor
On today's episode I'll dive into how to help a Survivor. If you know someone being abused, how you respond matters. Here are a few tips:Believe them—don’t question or blame.Don’t pressure them to lea...
8 Okt 202515min
