In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, hosts Myra and Jamie Franklin-Lawrence, LMFT, open up about how abuse has shaped their lives. Jamie shares her story of a relationship that began like a fairy tale and turned into years of fear, protective orders and court battles. She talks about how getting sober, becoming a mother and receiving therapy helped her see a way out. Myra shares what it was like to grow up around a violent household, and how her faith helped her find safety. They also talk about how that hypervigilance can stay with you for years, and why leaving is never as simple as it sounds. Their message is that you're not alone, and you can get further and further away from it.
Content note: this episode discusses domestic violence, substance use and trauma.
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