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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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1:11:41

How to Look Through the Lens of the Cycle of Abuse-...

Why She Stayed ·

2024/10/15

On this episode I'm joined by my guest Quinn Padilla where we talk about how to gain clarity by focusing on what the *cycle* of abuse really looks like and new perspectives to help you identify patterns and stay strong. We also discuss Quinn's personal story as a DV survivor. Quinn's Instagram: @itsquinnpadillaQuinn's Website: https://www.rellawellness.com/Article I cited: https://voicemalemagazine.org/abusive-men-describe-the-benefits-of-violence/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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1:14:13

Psychological Abuse, Blindness, & Resilience Through...

Why She Stayed ·

2024/10/08

On this episode, I am joined by Sherrie Lynn Lilley who is a DV survivor and owner of HEAL Creative Coaching. We speak about emotional & psychological abuse and how she navigated the trauma as a blind woman and as a mother of 5 amazing children. Sherrie's Instagram is @sherrielynnlilley Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:03:06

"Reactive Abuse", Abusers Who Discard, Hoover, &...

Why She Stayed ·

2024/10/01

On this episode we discuss topics of emotional & verbal abuse, abusers who initiate "breakups" as a form of manipulation, hoovering, anxiety they create, and how you can be pushed to a point of reacting to their mistreatment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:10:11

Abuse, Second Guessing Yourself, Withdraw, & The...

Why She Stayed ·

2024/09/24

On this episode we are talking about Claire's story and why it's so hard to break free from an abuser and then keep up the strength to stay gone. We also discuss projection, monitoring, accusing, and how they try to pull you back in and make you second guess your decision to leave at every turn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:02:15

The Insidious Nature of Abuse & Spiritual Abuse -...

Why She Stayed ·

2024/09/18

On this episode, Tatenda Mandingwa and I have an open conversation about the insidious parts of abuse, questions you can ask yourself to gain clarity, and what spiritual abuse can look like. Tatenda's IG: @tatendamandingwaMy IG: @gracestuart26 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:09:15

It's Not High Conflict, It's Abuse- Maureen's Story

Why She Stayed ·

2024/09/10

On this episode, I'm joined by my guest Maureen where we talk about her domestic violence story and the importance of calling abuse by name. We talk about the cognitive dissonance that happens when you are trapped in the cycle of abuse and how she eventually was able to identify what was truly happening to her. Maureen's Instagram: @themaureenmurphyTW: emotional abuse, SA, other sensitive topics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:02:34

Surviving an Abusive Marriage and Post Separation Abuse

Why She Stayed ·

2024/09/03

Savannah shares her DV story about emotional abuse, sexual abuse, substance use, and the escalation of physical abuse within a marriage. We also discuss post separation abuse, the challenges when a child is involved, and words of wisdom and hope for coming out on the other side. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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50:36

Inside the Abuser's Mind- Part 2

Why She Stayed ·

2024/08/27

Today I am joined by Abuse Educator and DV Advocate, Eleni. We discuss commonly asked questions to provide you with education, strength, and understanding.Eleni's Instagram: @no_narcsenseTiktok: @nonarcsense Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:12:17

Kidnapped by her Abuser: Lex's Story

Why She Stayed ·

2024/08/20

On this episode, Lex will be sharing her domestic violence story and how the early warning signs of control and manipulation escalated over time and lead to a kidnapping incident by her abuser that she survived. Lex now has a passion for DV advocacy and speaks out to help people recognize the signs.Her social media pages are:Instagram: @lexruhlenTikTok: @lexlittlepickleTrigger Warning: Physical abuse, language, emotional abuse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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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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