Hang In There

"I called lawyers for 15 years. I couldn't risk leaving my kids alone with him half the time."

This episode explores why leaving an abusive relationship is rarely as simple as walking out the door, and what keeps survivors trapped for years, sometimes decades.

It breaks down love bombing, the manipulative tactic abusers use to pull survivors back in, and explains the chilling statistic that 75% of domestic violence homicides happen when a victim tries to leave.

It also speaks directly to family and friends, how to support someone without judgment, how abusers use technology to monitor victims, and what safe escape planning actually looks like.

If you've ever wondered why someone you love went back, or if you've gone back yourself, this episode will help you understand why, and remind you there is no shame in it.

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The personal experiences shared in this podcast are the opinions of the individuals sharing them and are not intended to serve as professional advice or constitute accusations about any other person, organization, or group. We encourage you to seek professional support and assistance. 

The topics discussed in this podcast may be distressing and triggering for some listeners and could impact your mental health. 

The content of this podcast is intended for educational and awareness purposes only.

For more information and resources, please visit hanginthere.net.

"I wish he'd just hit me, because then I would have had proof."

This episode explores what years of non-physical abuse can actually look like, the patterns that repeat endlessly, the impossible expectations after every incident, and the invisible control that left no bruises and no proof.

It also walks through a powerful checklist of abuse warning signs, from tracking apps and financial control to gaslighting and isolation, and explains why these behaviors are just as serious as physical violence.

If you've ever wondered whether what you're experiencing is really abuse, this episode is for you.

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The personal experiences shared in this podcast are the opinions of the individuals sharing them and are not intended to serve as professional advice or constitute accusations about any other person, organization, or group. We encourage you to seek professional support and assistance. 

The topics discussed in this podcast may be distressing and triggering for some listeners and could impact your mental health. 

The content of this podcast is intended for educational and awareness purposes only.

For more information and resources, please visit hanginthere.net.

In this first episode of Hang In There, your host introduces herself for the first time - and it wasn't easy.

This episode explores what it can feel like to rebuild a life after abuse- and then discover, years later, that the body has been keeping score the whole time. It walks through what delayed onset PTSD can look like, how healing can begin through unexpected outlets like plant therapy, and what inspired this podcast to exist.

It also speaks directly to survivors who have gone back to their abuser- and why there is absolutely no shame in that.

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The personal experiences shared in this podcast are the opinions of the individuals sharing them and are not intended to serve as professional advice or constitute accusations about any other person, organization, or group. We encourage you to seek professional support and assistance. 

The topics discussed in this podcast may be distressing and triggering for some listeners and could impact your mental health. 

The content of this podcast is intended for educational and awareness purposes only.

For more information and resources, please visit hanginthere.net.

Hang In There is a powerful podcast shining a light on the often-overlooked realities of emotional and non-physical abuse. Through honest stories and heartfelt conversations, we raise awareness, break the silence, and build a supportive community for survivors. Whether you're on your own healing journey or want to better understand the hidden impact of abuse, this podcast offers hope, education, and the reminder that no one has to go through it alone. 

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The personal experiences shared in this podcast are the opinions of the individuals sharing them and are not intended to serve as professional advice or constitute accusations about any other person, organization, or group. We encourage you to seek professional support and assistance. 

The topics discussed in this podcast may be distressing and triggering for some listeners and could impact your mental health. 

The content of this podcast is intended for educational and awareness purposes only.

For more information and resources, please visit hanginthere.net.