Trigger Warning / Content Disclaimer

In this powerful episode of When Dating Hurts, we interview Abe, now 20 years old. Before diving in, we strongly recommend listening to episodes 310 and 311 where Abe’s mother, Heather, shares her own harrowing story of serial narcissistic abuse, near-fatal domestic violence, and survival at the hands of her ex-husband Rick. Abe was also repeatedly emotionally and physically abused by Rick during those years.

Abe bravely opens up about his experience starting at age seven and lasting until he was thirteen. He paints a vivid picture of daily abuse in a home where a child feels powerless — and reveals how his own actions played a key role in helping his mother survive.

Heather and Rick were both deep in active addiction throughout this nightmare. While many assume drugs caused the abuse, Heather has always been clear: drugs do not cause narcissistic abuse or domestic violence — they make it far more dangerous and deadly. This episode drives that truth home through a child’s eyes.

In this episode you’ll hear:

It is nothing short of a miracle that both Heather and Abe are alive today.

If you or someone you love is trapped in narcissistic abuse, domestic violence, toxic relationships, or addiction-fueled trauma, this story delivers raw hope, validation, and proof that recovery and freedom are possible.

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💬 Share this episode with any survivor, friend, or family member who needs to hear they are not alone and it’s never too late to rebuild.

Don’t miss this unforgettable journey from rock bottom to redemption.

Thank you,

Bill Mitchell

NOTE:

If you are a survivor and want to share your story of abuse on the WHEN DATING HURTS Podcast, please email me:

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HELPFUL RESOURCES:

• National Domestic

• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LoveIsRespect⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – Call 866-331-9474

• RAINN (Rape Abuse Incest

• SUICIDE HELPLINE: Call 988

Thank you for listening to our WHEN

Bill Mitchell

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Thank you,

Bill Mitchell

NOTE:

If you are a survivor and want to share your story with us, please email me at [email protected].

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