Mich and Nadine break down a heavy topic: abuse in relationships; the typical profile of an abuser/victim (hint: not what you think); how 'trauma bonds' can keep you stuck in the cycle; gaslighting; whether or not mutual abuse is possible; the cycle of abuse (the most important part of this episode); how to process and recover from an abusive relationship; Mich shares a Breakup Breakdown about how she finally left her abuser. 

*One thing left out of this episode: If you fear for your life or safety, please contact and stay with someone you trust or a women's shelter and alert the police*

If you or someone you know is in an abusive relationship, please head to TheHotline.org or call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233).