{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/673d85a7ed940338805562f5/682badaae8a66fad6ddb0f6d?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Bitch Sesh: Beyond the Bruise - What Abuse Really Looks Like with Marcela","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/673d85a7ed940338805562f5/1747693118962-2964e592-861e-42c9-a409-153c020d9138.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>You don’t need a black eye to be a survivor.</p><p><br></p><p>In this raw and revealing episode, I sit down with Marcela, founder of&nbsp;<em>Beyond the Bruise</em>, to talk about what abuse really looks like — and why the healing journey isn’t one-size-fits-all.</p><p><br></p><p>Together, we dive deep into what happens&nbsp;<em>after</em>&nbsp;the leaving. The grief. The gaslighting. The shaky steps toward trusting yourself again. Marcela shares her own story of survival and how she now helps other women walk through the fire and into freedom.</p><p><br></p><p>If you've ever felt unseen, doubted your own experience, or wondered why you're still healing “so long after” — this episode is for you.</p><p><br></p><p>What to Expect in This Episode:</p><ul><li>The truth about abuse that doesn’t leave physical scars</li><li>Why survivors often miss the warning signs — and how to spot them</li><li>The emotional whiplash of loving someone who hurts you</li><li>How Marcela turned her pain into purpose with&nbsp;<em>Beyond the Bruise</em></li><li>Real talk on healing, self-trust, and reclaiming your voice</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Whether you're still processing or years into recovery,&nbsp;<em>Bitch Is a Bad Word</em>&nbsp;is your space to feel validated, empowered, and unshakably seen. We've got your back, bestie.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>FOLLOW Marcela</strong></p><p>IG: @beyond.the.bruise</p><p><br></p><p>If you or someone you know needs help, call the <strong>National Domestic Violence Hotline</strong> at 1-800-799-7233.</p><p><br></p><p>-----</p><p>Support our SPONSORS</p><p><br></p><p><em>Reality isn’t always what it seems…. it’s what you make it. </em></p><p><strong>PREORDER</strong> <em>\"THE LIGHTRUNNER\"</em> , Ally Walker’s (SONS OF ANARCHY) debut thriller!!! Comes out on Amazon and Barnes and Noble June 6th but is Available for preorder NOW! Go to www.allywalkerofficial.com for more info.</p>","author_name":"Lindsay Abernathy | Domestic Violence Survivor"}