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Why She Stayed

A podcast where we dive deep into what really goes on inside of domestic violence relationships that makes it so hard to simply "just leave". Through stories of survivors, and practical conversations with guests, I am going to put the microscope back on what the abuser is doing that causes us to become so trapped in the first place, and how each survivor was eventually freed. We will discuss what abusive relationships look like, sound like, and feel like for the purpose of educating and relating to

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1:19:53

Lauren's Story

Why She Stayed ·

2024/08/13

On this episode I am joined by my guest Lauren who shares her story of domestic violence and how she finally broke free from a powerful, addictive, and confusing cycle. TW: emotional abuse, physical abuse, descriptions of SAMy Instagram: @gracestuart26 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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55:44

How to Know if you're in an Abusive Relationship,...

Why She Stayed ·

2024/08/06

On this episode we will discuss more of your most commonly asked questions about how to know if it's abuse, how to reassure yourself that it is that bad, smear campaign tactics, coercion, and staying strong through it all. IG: @gracestuart26TikTok: @gracestuart Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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49:12

Coercive Control and being FRAMED by the Abuser in...

Why She Stayed ·

2024/07/30

On this episode I am joined by Dr. Christine Cocchiola & Amy Polacko to discuss what coercive control is and how it plays out in the family court system where women are often FRAMED by their abuser as being the one to blame and how education about the "abuser's playbook" can help speak real change.Their new book "FRAMED: Women in the Family Court Underworld" is available now for pre-order in the link below:https://www.amazon.com/Framed-Women-Family-Court-Underworld/dp/B0DB6MNR2WGuest Social

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48:10

Run Like Hell- with Dr. Nadine Macaluso

Why She Stayed ·

2024/07/23

As a 22-year-old, Nadine never could have understood what she was committing to when marrying Jordan Belfort, the fraudulent stockbroker infamously known as the Wolf of Wall Street. Through surviving her own trauma bond, she discovered the increasing need for therapists who are informed on domestic violence, trauma bonding, and so much more. She returned to school at the age of 39 to become a licensed Psychotherapist and now holds a PhD in Counseling and Somatic Psychology. Dr. Nadine has her own

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1:01:56

Overcoming Tragedy- with Stephanie J. Bond

Why She Stayed ·

2024/07/16

This week Stephanie will be sharing her story of how emotional and financial abuse escalated slowly over time and led to a violent attack in the home where she almost lost her life. We discuss the details of that day, what life looked like leading up to the tragedy, and how she is a survivor and an overcomer today.Stephanie's TikTok: @stephaniejbondWebsite: Stephaniejbond.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:08:15

Surviving Abuse: Red Flags, Triangulation & Escalation.

Why She Stayed ·

2024/07/09

On this episode I am joined by my guest Kia Lee where we will be discussing topics such as red flags, coercion, emotional abuse, escalation to physical abuse, and the mental turmoil/ cognitive dissonance involved in an abusive relationship.Kia's website is: https://kia-lee.com/Her Instagram is @lighthousesurvivorKia's book is "Lighthouse: Surviving Narcissistic Abuse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:13:10

Why is it so hard to leave?- My Experience & Mindset...

Why She Stayed ·

2024/07/02

In this episode I will be speaking about the tactics an abuser may use to get you to stay, as well as the healing and mindset tips that helped me to be successful in leaving my abusive relationship permanently. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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57:15

Q&A Part 2: Your Most Asked Questions

Why She Stayed ·

2024/06/23

On this episode, I am answering your most asked questions from Instagram about the cycle of abuse in an effort to bring you clarity and reassurance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:18:36

Financial & Emotional Abuse: Tanna's Story

Why She Stayed ·

2024/06/14

Tanna shares her story of the many years of financial and emotional abuse she endured within a marriage and how she eventually broke free from the cycle and found healing on the other side. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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55:08

Jordyn's Story

Why She Stayed ·

2024/06/07

Today I am joined by my guest Jordyn who will be sharing her domestic violence story and having an open discussion about the realities of the cycle of abuse and how she eventually found freedom. Jordyn's Instagram and Tiktok is @lemontreeliteracy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:01:58

Full Q&A Episode

Why She Stayed ·

2024/06/02

This is a Q&A style episode where I will be answering all of the questions you asked through Instagram. Any questions we did not cover, I will do in a part 2 episode at some point. All links discussed in the episode will be in my Linktree in my bio on both Tiktok and Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:04:08

Navigating the Court System & Post Separation Abuse:...

Why She Stayed ·

2024/05/24

On this episode, I have an in-depth conversation with Rachel, (a divorce and custody coach) about what it looks like to navigate pre-separation planning, as well as post-separation abuse while navigating the court system. Rachel shares so much valuable information on what you can practically expect, steps that can help you towards your desired outcome, and tips to stay strong & hopeful in the process.Below is the link for the Battered Women's Justice Project which is a FREE resource that you can

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47:45

Healing from Abuse: Rumination, Dissociation,...

Why She Stayed ·

2024/05/17

Today I am joined by my guest Pearl Velasquez (@resilient.therapy) where we will have an open conversation about healing from abuse. We cover topics such as rumination, dissociation, hypervigilance, building self-assurance, and more. Trigger warning- this episode also contains topics of SA and non-fatal strangulation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:08:28

"But he never hit me"- Part 2

Why She Stayed ·

2024/05/10

This episode is a part 2 from my story. Some details will be repeated as a recap, but we will discuss topics of infidelity, fear, and more about the turbulence of the cycle of abuse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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41:22

Inside the Abuser's Mind- with Eleni- Abuse Educator

Why She Stayed ·

2024/04/25

On today's episode, I'm joined by my guest Eleni who is a Certified Domestic Abuse Victim Advocate and author of the book "But They're So Nice: Unmasking Covert Abuse". Her Tiktok is @nonarcsense and Instagram is @no_narcsense. In this episode, we discuss topics such as why the abuser does what they do, do they believe their own lies, tips to break the trauma bond, does therapy help or hurt, and are they able to change? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:12:49

A burger at Disney World- Jubilee's Story

Why She Stayed ·

2024/04/18

This week we are hearing a survivor story from Jubilee. She will discuss how a "prophecy" lead her into an abusive relationship/ marriage with a man who had "2 sides" to him, how things escalated over time, and how she eventually escaped. Her Tiktok and IG are @magicwithjubilee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:20:35

"But he never hit me"- My Story

Why She Stayed ·

2024/04/12

This week is a solo episode where I will be sharing my domestic violence story with you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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41:18

More Than Bruises with- Dr. Jennifer Gardella

Why She Stayed ·

2024/04/03

Today I am joined by Jennifer Gardella who is a survivor of domestic violence, DV advocate, and author of the book "Listen for the Whispers of Abuse". On this episode we will discuss her journey before she realized what was happening, until her eventual escape and her current passion for DV advocacy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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