{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/68deaccf965488b63a71d782/6a05947cd58f9c365b75cc8e?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Gwen Phelan “There’s life on the other side of abuse.”","description":"<p>*Please note this episode contains references to domestic abuse and sexual violence*</p><p><br></p><p>In an emotional and raw conversation, author Gwen Phelan talks about surviving domestic abuse and challenging misconceptions of violent relationships.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Gwen recently self-published a novel entitled ‘The Quiet Place’ inspired by her harrowing experiences. From losing her mother early and learning how to deal with low self-esteem, Gwen shares with Kathryn all about her journey to healing and acceptance.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Finally, Gwen shares her wisdom on how to live your life to the fullest and how to be present for her children despite all she endured.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>If you've been affected by issues raised in this podcast, please visit these sites for advice:</strong></p><p><br></p><p>https://www.gov.ie/en/victims-charter/publications/domestic-violence-support-services/</p><p>https://www.womensaid.ie/</p><p>https://www.safeireland.ie/</p><p>https://aoibhneas.ie/</p><p>https://domesticabuse.ie/</p><p>https://barnardos.ie/support-and-information/work-with-families/childhood-domestic-violence-abuse/</p><p>https://www.mensaid.ie/</p>","author_name":"Onic Originals"}