In this week's episode, I’m joined by my friend Hope as she shares her story of surviving domestic violence. This is a deeply personal topic for both of us—Hope’s journey of resilience and strength echoes so much of what I went through in my own life.
We originally filmed this episode for Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October, but the message is always important to amplify. Together, we discuss the warning signs of abuse, the emotional and physical toll it takes, and how to find hope and healing on the other side.
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please know there is help available. You are not alone.
National Domestic Violence Hotline (USA):
Call: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
TTY: 1-800-787-3224
Text: Text "START" to 88788
Website: thehotline.org
Love Is Respect (For Teens and Young Adults):
Call: 1-866-331-9474
Text: Text "LOVEIS" to 22522
Website: loveisrespect.org
RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network):
National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
Website: rainn.org
StrongHearts Native Helpline (For Native Americans):
Call: 1-844-7NATIVE (1-844-762-8483)
Website: strongheartshelpline.org
Women's Aid (UK):
Website: womensaid.org.uk
Live Chat: Available through the website
Refuge (UK):
National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247
Website: refuge.org.uk
1800RESPECT (Australia):
Call: 1800 737 732
Website: 1800respect.org.au
Canadian Women's Foundation (Canada):
Website: canadianwomen.org