Episode 26 - Melissa & Ashley are here to talk about what they've learned working with domestic violence survivors and why they love what they do. They also break down what a safety plan looks like, what family can do better to help and not giving advice but giving options.

Time Stamps:

00:00 introducing my special guests from House of Ruth

01:00 how and why Melissa & Ashley chose to help survivors of domestic violence

04:20 common misconceptions about domestic violence

18:25 Red flags that are overlooked

23:50 why is it so hard for survivors to leave and what can loved ones do better to understand

35:00 have a safety plan

42:00 resources and tips for someone who isn’t ready to leave yet

46:00 how you can get involved

47:00 one message to someone out there who feels hopeless