⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of domestic abuse, coercive control and violence.

In this deeply emotional, Brenda sits down with Eleanor Doyle, a woman many people will recognise from her positive, funny and uplifting social media presence.

But behind the smile is a story very few knew.

Eleanor opens up about years of domestic abuse, coercive control, fear and survival while trying to protect her three young children. She shares the reality of living in an abusive relationship, from physical violence and threats, to believing she was “nothing” and would never cope alone.

In this episode, Eleanor speaks about:

• Living with domestic abuse and coercive control
• Fear, court proceedings and raising children through trauma
• Her nine year old son trying to protect her during violence at home
• Feeling broken, isolated and unable to see a future
• Rebuilding her confidence and finding strength again
• Life after abuse and helping others who may be struggling

This conversation is raw, heartbreaking and at times difficult to listen to, but above all, it is a story of survival, resilience and hope.

If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode, support is available:
Women’s Aid 24hr National Freephone Helpline: 1800 341 900
Text service: 087 959 7980

In an emergency, call 999 or 112.

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