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  • Together Strong! Bringing New Hope for Survivors of Domestic Violence
    2025/02/18

    Julia Foos, a Community Education Coordinator from the North Shore suburbs of Chicago, discusses her role at Sarah's Inn, an organization dedicated to helping domestic violence survivors. Julia, who has a background in social work and gender studies, joined Sarah's Inn after discovering their podcast during COVID. She highlights Sarah's Inn's comprehensive services, including crisis lines, counseling, legal aid and the PAIP program which helps perpetrators of domestic violence unlearn toxic behaviors. Julia emphasizes the importance of addressing both survivors and perpetrators to prevent reoffending. She also mentions Sarah's Inn TV, a digital platform launched during the pandemic to reach out to survivors and educate the public. Julia describes methods to seek support and create safety plans for recovery from domestic abuse.

    KEY HIGHLIGHTS:

    1. Julia shares her background, education and her involvement in various volunteering and leadership opportunities.
    2. Julia discusses her internships in elder care, youth exploitation prevention, suicide prevention and emphasizes her passion for women's rights and domestic violence advocacy.
    3. Overview of Sarah's Inn's history and expansion as a critical Chicago resource.
    4. Julia explains the PAIP program for perpetrators of domestic violence to help unlearn abusive and toxic behaviors.
    5. Julia gives details about Sarah's Inn TV, a multi-media broadcasting resource for survivors of domestic violence.
    6. Julia discusses upcoming plans and events for Sarah's Inn during 2025.
    7. Julia gives advice to survivors of domestic violence who haven't left their relationship or have just recently left their abusive partnership.

    LINKS AND RESOURCES:

    Sarah's Inn Website

    PAIP Program at Sarah's Inn

    Sarah's Inn TV

    www.financialabusehelp.net

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    24 分
  • The Storms of Abusive Relationships: Finding Rescue
    2025/02/05

    Stephanie Russell, a Community Educator for The Ark Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Shelter in Central Texas, discusses her journey from a retired nurse to an advocate for survivors of domestic violence. She emphasizes the importance of individualized support, noting The Ark serves a diverse population including elderly and victims with pets. Stephanie highlights the comprehensive service needs each survivor can require including legal assistance, financial planning and even kennel accomodations. She emphasizes that victims of domestic violence need to prioritize safety and seek help, including post-separation support and community resources.

    KEY HIGHLIGHTS:

    1. Stephanie finds her passion for helping survivors of domestic violence.
    2. An internship at The Ark Shelter leads to becoming a Community Educator to spread awareness about domestic violence.
    3. Avoiding the one-size-fits-all approach in servicing a diverse population of victims with individual needs.
    4. The steps to contacting a shelter and finding immediate care and resources.
    5. Finding shelter when you own pets and don't want to leave them behind.
    6. The Ark's Start Believing Campaign and its importance in educating the community and removing the stigma of being a domestic violence victim.
    7. Upcoming plans for The Ark and Stephanie's professional goals.

    LINKS AND RESOURCES:

    The Ark Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Shelter, Brownwood, Texas

    The Ark Community Education & Prevention Toolkit

    Power and Control Wheel

    www.financialabusehelp.net

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    36 分
  • Lighting Your Own Path After Abuse & Betrayal
    2025/01/20

    Michela Giordana Castro, licensed clinical social worker and religious trauma specialist, discusses her journey from a fundamental upbringing to helping survivors of abuse and those navigating spirituality post-religious conversion. Michela emphasizes the importance of not staying silent and avoiding shame in trauma recovery. She discusses ways to seek diverse support for domestic abuse, including professional help and safe individuals, and to prioritize your own well being. Michela highlights the challenges faced by those in religious instititutions who are under relationship abuse and encourages seeking external resources and details how her business supports domestic violence survivors who are still committed to their beliefs or who are transitioning out of religous faith and looking for a new path.

    KEY HIGHLIGHTS

    1. Statistics of Protestant clergy mentioning domestic violence during service are low.

    2. An open minded approach may be required if under abuse and not receiving support from religious authorities.

    3. The internet as a significant tool in finding alternative answers when needing support.

    4. The detrimental effects of staying silent and being shamed during trauma recovery.

    5. Diverse support systems, including therapists and safe friends, as critical in recovery.

    6. The challenges faced by domestic violence victims within a religious community.

    7. Highlighting the role of self care and making even small changes to improve the situation.

    LINKS AND RESOURCES:

    Michela Giordana Castro YouTube Channel

    Michela Giordana Castro Instagram @michelasmindmunchies

    www.financialabusehelp.net

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    32 分
  • Get Strong, Learn to Thrive After Abuse!
    2025/01/06

    Sherry Lutz Herrington, founder of Strong Women Thriving and Sherrington Financial Fitness, shares her journey from a financially abusive relationship to becoming a financial expert and advocate. Detailing her experiences with abuse and subsequent financial disasters, Sherry empasizes the importance of financial education and support for women recovering from financial abuse. She highlights her efforts to create resources and courses to help women regain financial stability and confidence. Sherry advises women on how to seek support and financial literacy during and after financial abuse in a marriage or romantic relationship.

    KEY HIGHLIGHTS:

    1. Growing up in a financially unstable and abusive household.
    2. How your financial childhood affects your view of money as an adult.
    3. The challenges of recognizing and leaving an abusive marriage.
    4. The importance of financial education and support when starting over after abuse.
    5. The challenges of finding resources and starting Strong Women Thriving organization.
    6. How hard work and determination and bring around financial recovery.
    7. Tips for women still under financial abuse or starting over after financial abuse.

    RESOURCES AND LINKS:

    Strong Women Thriving Website

    Strong Women Thriving Video Interviews

    www.financialabusehelp.net

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    33 分
  • Unwrapping Betrayal Trauma
    2024/12/25

    Mr. Jay, betrayal trauma practitioner and interpersonal relationship coach, shares his challenging childhood marked by financial abuse and multiple relocations. Despite these hardships, he pursued education. earning several prestigious degrees and becoming a youth counselor and special education teacher. His father's death triggered a panic attack, leading him to focus on betrayal trauma, earning certifications and creating a TikTok following of nearly 25,000. Mr. Jay emphasizes the importance of self care, vision boards and re-framing negative self talk. He also discusses his efforts to raise awareness about betrayal trauma's impact on the workplace.

    KEY HIGHLIGHTS:

    1. Shifting your mindset to empowerment, from "Why me?" to "What now?"
    2. The commonality of financial abuse in dysfunctional homes and its long terms effects on how one views money.
    3. The importance of nurturing critical thinking in recovering from trauma.
    4. Managing the holidays when there's triggering questions and comments.
    5. Visualizing your goals and aspirations for the coming new year.

    LINKS:

    https://mrjayrelationshipcoach.com/

    https://www.youtube.com/@BetrayalTraumaPractitioner

    www.financialabusehelp.net

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    37 分
  • What's the Purpose of Money Anyway?
    2024/12/10

    Acquania Escarne, acclaimed financial coach and entrenpreneur, discusses her journey from learning finances at an unusually early age to her 15-year career in the Foreign Service and how she cleverly funded her own extensive travel experiences. Acquania emphasizes the importance of learning financial literacy no matter your age or circumstances and understanding the role of money as a tool for achieving your sometimes lost or broken dreams. Acquania shares her financial strategies for setting smart, realistic goals and also addresses the challenges women face with money, advocating for transparency and setting boundaries. Acquania encourages survivors of financial abuse to reclaim their financial power and pursue their true selves.

    KEY HIGHLIGHTS

    1. Parental Influence on Financial Perspective.
    2. Jump starting your dreams financially.
    3. Women and fear of money.
    4. Building generational wealth and education opportunities for descendants.
    5. Holiday spending and financial boundaries.
    6. Strategic planning of your money regardless of where you start.
    7. Financial advise for economic abuse survivors - how to get moving!

    LINKS AND RESOURCES:

    The Purpose of Money Website

    The Purpose of Money YouTube Channel

    The Purpose of Money Financial Blog

    The Purpose of Money Podcast

    www.financialabusehelp.net

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    36 分
  • From Devotion to Eviction: Terry's Story
    2024/11/27

    Terry, a social worker from Amherst, New York, now residing in Florida, shares her roller coaster journey of financial abuse in a relationship. She details how her partner, initially kind, later struggled with financial stability and drug abuse. Despite her efforts to support him, including lending money and providing a home, Terry faced repeated financial strain and evictions. She emphasizes the importance of seeking support, including therapy and legal resources, and advises others to protect their financial information and seek help from organizations like the Domestic Violence Coalition. Terry's story highlights the long-term impact of financial abuse and the importance of self-care and community support in recovery.

    KEY HIGHLIGHTS:

    • Seek support from a therapist or domestic violence coalition.
    • Protect your financial information, including passwords, bank accounts and credit cards.
    • Consider opening a PO box and have your mail delivered there.
    • Be patient and extend grace to yourself during the recovery process.
    • Focus on your own financial health and goals, even if it takes time.
    • Consider sharing your story and advocating for others who have experienced financial abuse.

    LINKS AND RESOURCES:

    National Coalition to End Domestic Violence

    www.financialabusehelp.net

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    53 分
  • Speaking Out on Financial Abuse
    2024/10/29

    Financial abuse can be a silent yet devastating form of domestic violence, often going unrecognized even by those experiencing it. In this inaugural episode of "Speaking Out on Financial Abuse", host Laurie G. sheds light on this pervasive issue that affects individuals across all demographics.

    Laurie introduces the concept of financial abuse, defining it as a behavior that seeks to control a person's economic resources and threatens their financial autonomy. She outlines various manifestations of this abuse, from forcing partners to miss work to controlling how money is spent.

    Drawing from personal insights, Laurie emphasizes that financial abuse can cause long-term damage, strangling choices and drowning option. She points out that many victims, and even some abusers, may not realize they're caught in a cycle of economic violence.

    This episode sets the stage for future discussions on financial abuse, promising to feature survivor stories and expert insights. Laurie's goal is to general more public awareness, probide resources for those affected, and ultimately help recognize, prevent, and overcome financial abuse in their relationships.

    By tuning in, listeners will gain valuable knowledge about this often-overlooked form of domestic violence and learn how to take steps towards financial safety and independence.

    Whether you're currently in a financially abusive situation, supporting someone who is, or simply want to understand more about this issue, this podcast offers practical insights and hope for a financially secure future.

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    6 分