From Trauma to Triumph: Confronting Domestic Violence

Have you ever wondered what happens when the system meant to protect us fails? In this powerful episode of Building Better Human's Project podcast, hosts Glenn and Mili Mayhem share raw, personal experiences with domestic violence and the flaws in how authorities respond. Their candid conversation reveals the often-overlooked reality many survivors face when seeking help.

Millie courageously opens up about a terrifying incident where her children's father choked her in front of their kids, and how police surprisingly sided with her abuser despite clear evidence of assault. The hosts also share a disturbing accidental voicemail from police officers dismissing a potential sexual assault victim as "proper nuts" - exposing troubling attitudes within law enforcement toward vulnerable individuals.

Timestamps and Key Takeaways:
- 06:30 - Lessons from Mount Kilimanjaro: Glenn reflects on his18th climb and observes how successful people handle discomfort
- 18:45 - Mili shares her harrowing domestic violence experience, including being choked in front of her children
- 28:20 - The police response: How officers sided with her calm abuser despite Mili's visible distress
- 36:15 - An accidental police voicemail reveals disturbing attitudes toward a potential sexual assault victim
- 48:30 - Discussion on how police training needs improvement for handling trauma victims
- 54:20 - Positive police stories that demonstrate compassion and connection

This episode highlights the critical need for better training in how authorities respond to domestic violence and sexual assault cases. The hosts emphasize that emotional reactions to trauma shouldn't determine credibility, and that systems designed to protect us must do better at supporting victims regardless of how they present.

Listen now to this eye-opening conversation that might change how you think about trauma response and the importance of believing survivors.

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