Trigger Warning: This episode contains financial, physical and verbal abuse. Listener discretion is advised.*If you have not listened to part 1 & 2 of Jennifer's story, stop here and go back and listen.*Jersey physically assaulted Jennifer when she told him she wanted to go back to college. It was at this point, Jennifer knew she had to leave to keep her and her baby safe. It was time to plan her escape. If you or someone you know is currently in a domestic violence situation, please...

Trigger Warning: This episode contains financial, physical and verbal abuse. Listener discretion is advised.Jennifer and Jersey had a toxic relationship that wasn’t getting any better. After gaining the courage to leave Jersey, Jennifer discovers she’s expecting.If you or someone you know is currently in a domestic violence situation, please use these resources to find help and guidance: https://www.thehotline.orghttps://ncadv.orghttps://www.safehorizon.org

Trigger Warning: Episode content contains adult language, physical abuse, substance abuse & verbal abuse. Jennifer needed a fresh start and moved to California. It wasn’t long until she met Jersey, a tall dark and handsome man who craved high adrenaline. Once the honeymoon phase was over, Jennifer started to notice red flags in Jersey’s behavior. If you or someone you know is currently in a domestic violence situation, please use these resources to find help and guidance: h...

Trigger Warning: Episode content contains adult language, physical & verbal abuse. Amanda and Chris did not have an easy start to their marriage. Arguments became more frequent and things started to get physical. It wasn’t long until Amanda was making her escape plan. If you'd like to learn more about Amanda, check out her IG and Podcast!https://www.instagram.com/back2burke/?hl=enPsych Junkie Podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0ga7XTvxpoAYg5hGM3Hk0B?si=xa9jWr01SyuH9OasUUFNZwIf you or s...

Trigger Warning: Episode content contains adult language, mental & verbal abuse. Amanda was in her junior year of college when she met Chris on a night out with friends. Chris was the ultimate love-bomber, and she quickly thought he was Mr. Right. Around 6 months into the relationship is when Chris’s true colors started to show. Ignoring warning signs and giving Chris the benefit of the doubt led Amanda further into the relationship and cycle of abuse. If you'd like to learn more about Am...

Trigger Warning: Episode content contains mental, physical and verbal abuse. After getting married and moving to Oregon, Emily and Todd are expecting their first child. Todd is not being a supportive partner and is jealous of the attention Emily is receiving. Todd's erratic behavior leads to physical abuse when Emily is 8 months pregnant. After months of enduring Todd's abusive, Emily's best friends notice she needs help and act together to keep her safe. If you or someone you...

Trigger Warning: Episode content contains financial abuse, substance abuse, gaslighting and manipulation. Emily met Todd on a night out in LA. They seemed to connect on many levels and quickly entered a relationship. Ignoring red flags and rationalizing Todd's behavior led Emily further into a relationship that would be hard to escape. If you or someone you know is currently in a domestic violence situation, please use these resources to find help and guidance: https://www.theh...

Trigger Warning: Episode content contains adult language, substance abuse, financial abuse and physical abuse .Tensions are high after a trip to Mexico doesn't go as planned. Breeanna starts looking for a way out and Chad can feel her pulling away. After several encounters with the police, Breeanna still struggles to find the help she needs to get away from Chad for good. If you or someone you know is currently in a domestic violence situation, please use these resources to find help and...

Trigger Warning: Episode content contains adult language, substance abuse, financial abuse and physical abuse Breeanna moves to Florida and starts going to a new high school. She soon meets, Chad, a bad boy who she quickly becomes attached to. Once Chad had Breeanna in his grasp, he planned to never let her go. If you or someone you know is currently in a domestic violence situation, please use these resources to find help and guidance: https://www.thehotline.orghttps://ncadv....

Lora and Mason had court on April 11th, 2023. Mason pled guilty to all charges (burglary, breaking & entering, stalking) and is sentenced to 25 years. 10 years in prison and 15 years on probation.

This week, Rachel sits down with Lora to discuss how the past year of her life has been since her season of the podcast came out. We discuss why women go back to abusive relationships, and if their abusive partner is capable of change. Lora hopes that this episodes finds anyone who is contemplating going back to a toxic relationship. If you or someone you know is currently in a domestic violence situation, please use these resources to find help and guidance: https://www.theho...

Lora files a victims protection order against Mason after receiving texts and calls. Mason continues to breaks the protection order and is arrested. If you or someone you know is currently in an abusive relationship, please visit the National Domestic Violence Hotline for support: https://www.thehotline.org

TRIGGER WARNING: This episodes includes details of domestic violence. Listener discretion is advised:Mason contacts Lora to try and repair their relationship. Lora decides to see Mason on 4th of July weekend, but it ends with a violent attack. Lora seeks help from a justice center. If you or someone you know is currently in an abusive relationship, please visit the National Domestic Violence Hotline for support: https://www.thehotline.orgDiscussed in this Episode:The Untethered Soul, by Micha...

TRIGGER WARNING: This episodes includes details of domestic violence. Listener discretion is advised:The police are called for a domestic dispute and Lora's family finds out that she's in an abusive relationship. If you or someone you know is currently in an abusive relationship, please visit the National Domestic Violence Hotline for support: https://www.thehotline.org

TRIGGER WARNING: This episodes includes details of domestic violence. Listener discretion is advised:Lora breaks her lease to put space between her and Mason. Tensions continue to escalate and Lora's co-workers get a glimpse of what's really happening in her relationship. If you or someone you know is currently in an abusive relationship, please visit the National Domestic Violence Hotline for support: https://www.thehotline.org

TRIGGER WARNING: This episodes includes details of domestic violence. Listener discretion is advised:Lora and Mason’s get deeper into their relationship and the first incidents of abuse occur.If you or someone you know is currently in an abusive relationship, please visit the National Domestic Violence Hotline for support: https://www.thehotline.org

Shortly after separating from her ex-husband, Lora started dating a man who had just been released from prison. While it seemed like things were going well, Lora started to notice red flags. If you or someone you know is currently in an abusive relationship, please visit the National Domestic Violence Hotline for support: https://www.thehotline.org

Shortly after Lora married Peter, she started to see red flags. After years of suspicion she finally uncovers the truth of her husbands double life. If you or someone you know is currently in an abusive relationship, please visit the National Domestic Violence Hotline for support: https://www.thehotline.org

After 3 years of highs and lows in the relationship, Kayla knew she needed to leave Mr. Wannabe. Unfortunately, cutting all ties would be harder than she thought. If you or someone you know is currently in an abusive relationship, please visit the National Domestic Violence Hotline for support:https://www.thehotline.org/support-others/

Mr. Wannabe emails Rachel in an attempt to apologize for recent events. Covid-19 hits the US making it difficult for Kayla to leave Mr. Wannabe.In this episode we discuss:To Be Magnetic:https://www.howtomanifest.com/p/free-exercise-get-clarityThe Kaivalya Yoga Method 200hr Yoga Certification:https://alannak.com/online-yoga-teacher-training-courses/If you or someone you know is currently in an abusive relationship, please visit the National Domestic Violence Hotline for support:https://www.the...