Nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. During one year, this adds up to more than 10 million women and men.

Today we talk with Melissa Herndon. Melissa is a 38 year old mother of 4 and Domestic Abuse Survivor. She shares with us how her relationship quickly went from dream to nightmare. Melissa helps us understand what signs to look for in your own relationship or even spot red flags in the relationships of your loved ones. 

We discuss tips to formulate an escape plan, both physically and financially. And how you can be of support to someone during or recovering from an abusive relationship.

Melissa's brave story of survival and subsequent success is very raw and this episode could be triggering for some.

If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, please call The National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.

Email us at [email protected] with any questions or concerns you may have from this important conversation.

xo From our hearts to yours, we see you, we hear you. xo

Love, Elizabeth and Kathryn