Join us for the second half of our conversation with Dr. Chris Wilson. We recommend you go back and listen to Pt. 1 from last week before diving into this episode.

Here are some takeaways from this episode:

• Victimization is not a result of seeking out abusers, but rather abusers taking advantage of vulnerabilities.

• Apologies should involve accountability, awareness of impact, openness to coaching, and self-reflection.

• Psychological violence has a long-lasting impact and should be addressed alongside physical violence.

• Vulnerability, support, and understanding are essential in relationships.

• Recognizing patterns and prioritizing long-term goals of feeling loved are important for healthy relationships.

• Past trauma can create sensitivity and insecurity, making it difficult to identify grooming behaviors.

• Neglect and cultural misogyny can contribute to unhealthy relationship patterns.

• Challenging societal norms and beliefs is crucial in preventing and addressing abuse.