Best Traumarecovery Podcasts (2025)

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025. Impact of CPTSD On Relationships 45:23

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Why do relationships hurt so much for me? If you are asking this question as a childhood trauma survivor who ended up with CPTSD, this episode will help you feel seen and understood. I share how, at both the micro and macro level, complex trauma shapes the way we interpret other peoples behavior, how we respond during interactions, and how repeated…

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My Wife Left Me. Here's Why I Thank Her Now 13:06

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I asked him what was different now– (After the somatic work, after facing what he'd been avoiding his whole life.) "I believe in myself now. I feel stronger inside. I love myself." He'd never been able to say that before. But here's what got me: His daughter is 11. Before the work, if you asked her to look in the mirror and say "I love you" to hers…

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From Loss to Leadership | Resilience, Standards and the Making of a Royal Marines Commando 56:54

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Before joining the Royal Marines, Lee Drinkwater endured devastating personal loss — his son, his brother and his nana all passed away within a short period of time. The grief and confusion left him without identity, direction or purpose. For four years he asked himself one question every night — “Have you been your best today” — and for four years…

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EP13: MYTH BUSTERS - Exposing Blocks to Betrayal Recovery 39:03

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In this practical episode of Ask The Betrayed, Sharon and Rae tackle some of the most common and destructive myths that keep betrayed partners trapped in confusion, guilt, and fear after infidelity. From "This pain will last forever" to "If I can keep them from acting out, I'll be safe" they dismantle the cultural and emotional myths that block hea…

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024: Pushing People Away 37:50

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Unresolved CPTSD creates internal pressure that often shows up as pushing people away, even when you desperately want closeness. When your nervous system is running trauma energies, it interprets connection as danger. You flip between caretaking and harsh judgment because your original attachment loop was never closed. The result is confusion, sham…

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Christian Counseling | Holiday Visits and Boundaries (BONUS) 4:02

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Some tips and strategies for managing family visits over the holidays. This interview also discusses:Ways to Avoid ConflictWays to Manage StressHow to take control of a conversation✅ Important Links: 🎧 Audio Books on Amazon: https://bit.ly/48x5M2V👉 Books on Amazon: https://bit.ly/48x5M2V📌Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drtonicooper🌐 Website: h…

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Why You Silence Your Emotions (And How It’s Holding You Back) 2:57

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Think back to childhood. Recall if you’ve ever been told: "Don’t cry," or "Stop being so sensitive"… Maybe even, “that didn’t happen.” It’s a subtle, but deeply painful cut to a sensitive soul. Many high achievers I work with grew up in family systems where certain emotions— like anger, sadness, or vulnerability— were basically off-limits. So they …

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023. Understanding Why You Feel Hard to Get Along With 33:43

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Unresolved CPTSD shapes what you might believe is your personality. When you are running trauma energies, your nervous system does not yet believe you are safe. That present sense of constant danger drives continued action, but those patterns are not fixed. What appears as a rigid personality is actually survival programming that can be unlearned a…

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Exiled Emotions: The Hidden Relationship Saboteurs 3:00

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After attending events over the last year meeting some of the most successful entrepreneurs, one thing has become painfully clear: Success in your career doesn’t make us good with intimacy. It’s often quite the opposite. Many high achievers I work with grew up in family systems where showing anger, sadness, or vulnerability was basically off-limits…

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I Witnessed the Murder of My Mother | True Resilience with Dave Pounds 54:17

19d ago54:17

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⚠️ Warning: Contains discussion of extreme violence, sexual assault and trauma. Listener discretion advised. At just 12 years old, Dave Pounds woke in the night to face the unimaginable. He witnessed the aftermath of his mother’s brutal murder — an experience that changed the course of his life forever. The next morning, he went to school as if not…

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Communication & Boundaries in Romantic Relationships #161 #healthyrelationships 41:20

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This episode covers the topics of Communication and Boundaries in Dating. This episode also discusses:How to Communicate CalmlyHow to Recognize Boundary ProblemsHow to Recognize A Bad Partner Sooner✅ Important Links: 🎧 Audio Books on Amazon: https://bit.ly/48x5M2V👉 Books on Amazon: https://bit.ly/48x5M2V📌Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drtonic…

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022. Creating The Love You Deserve 35:32

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Many complex trauma survivors find themselves in relationships that feel consuming, confusing, and hard to let go of. Create the kind of love that feels safe, steady, and real. How can I start to learn that I am worthy of the kind of love I want? How can I do better recognizing red flags in relationships before I give my heart? When should I leave …

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EP 12: Big Fat Lies We Tell Ourselves in Betrayal Recovery 31:33

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In this powerful episode of Ask the Betrayed, Sharon and Rae expose the Big Fat Lies that keep betrayed partners trapped in pain and confusion after infidelity. From the cultural myths of "Good things happen to good people" to the heartbreaking belief that "Once a cheater, always a cheater," this conversation dismantles the false stories that sabot…

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021. Overcoming Fear Of Abandonment 28:04

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Why do I have the fear of abandonment? When we experience overwhelming fears that we will be left, or are being left, by another human, this kind of attachment threat can feel as if we might not survive the pain. It is a very common, deeply uncomfortable, and frightening experience. What are the signs of abandonment issues? How do I heal my fear of…

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020. Identifying A Career Built In Survival Mode 48:18

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Am I recreating my trauma in my work life? Trauma can shape our professional success through fear, shame, and survival patterns driving impressive achievements. Reclaim your work as a reflection of your True Self instead of your trauma. Is my productivity a coping response to unresolved CPTSD? Is my entire personality a trauma response? Have I used…

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EP 11: Spot the 7 Traps That Stop Infidelity Recovery In Its Tracks 49:01

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When infidelity shatters a relationship, recovery doesn't fail because of one event—it stops because of the traps that keep couples' relational recovery stuck. In this powerful episode of Ask The Betrayed, Sharon and Rae expose the seven relational pitfalls that derail healing after betrayal. They share raw personal stories, real client examples, a…

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019. Being More Confident 42:53

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How do I become more confident? Learn what confidence feels like in the body, how to recognize the trauma patterns that disguise themselves as humility or caution, and how to rebuild trust in your own strength and perspective. How to deal with low confidence? What steps can I take to be more confident in myself? Confidence Self Energy MasterClass I…

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Mental Health Muscle Nearly Broke Me 52:03

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When Helping Others Breaks You – Aaron Clark’s Burnout Story Aaron Clark built something powerful a not-for-profit organisation called Mental Health Muscle that was changing lives across the UK. What started as a mission to support others quickly exploded beyond anything Aaron imagined. At its peak, Mental Health Muscle was impacting tens of thousa…

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Christian Counseling | Do You Have Spiritual Discernment? #160 #christianpodcast #spiritualdiscernment 18:08

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018. Trusting Yourself 40:20

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What are the trust issues with C-PTSD? Three ways to begin rebuilding that trust today. These practices will help you move from confusion and self-doubt into clarity and confidence. Do people with C-PTSD self-sabotage? How to trust myself? How do you overcome trust issues? HELP WITH HEALING CPTSD Can't stop fighting in your relationship? → Follow t…

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017. Deciding To Stay or Go 43:46

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How do I know when it is time to call it quits in a relationship? Five powerful inquiries to explore before you make the choice to stay or go. These practices will help you pause, contain the intensity of your emotions, and bring discernment into a decision that could shape the rest of your life. How to know whether to stay or go in a relationship?…

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EP 10: FROM SILENCE TO STRENGTH: FINDING YOUR VOICE AFTER INFIDELITY 38:15

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Have you ever felt like no matter how loudly you speak, your unfaithful partner still doesn't hear you? In this episode of Ask the Betrayed, Sharon and Rae explore what it means for betrayed partners to find their voice after infidelity. 👉 Betrayal trauma often silences partners. Years of being dismissed, gaslit, or ignored leave many questioning w…

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Understanding Trauma and Childhood Abuse (Bonus) 30:55

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This interview was on Overcomers TV where I talk about the impact of trauma and abuse from a faith-based perspective. ✅ Important Links: 🎧 Audio Book Reduce Self-Criticism: https://bit.ly/48x5M2V 📘 Anxiety, Depression & Helplessness on Amazon: https://a.co/d/992J13l 📝 Life Without Baggage workbook with prayers https://a.co/d/8Gbhg11 📌Pinterest: htt…

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016. Resolving Relationship Problems 31:30

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Is it impossible to create or keep close relationships with CPTSD? Common missteps people make when trying to make a relationship work include over-functioning and people-pleasing, to ignoring your own body signals, to staying stuck in survival mode dynamics. These missteps can keep you locked in patterns of pain instead of moving toward connection…

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015. Getting Honest About What Hurts 29:58

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Why is CPTSD so hard to live with? Evaluate your past relationships (and even the present ones, too) to build healthy love from a place of strength. Why does complex PTSD hurt so much? How to comfort someone with CPTSD? HELP WITH HEALING CPTSD Can't stop fighting in your relationship? → Follow the Fight Smarter Field Guide — a self-guided learning …

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EP 9: Is The Unfaithful Really Sorry of Just Sorry They Got Caught 38:03

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Are they truly sorry—or just sorry they got caught? In this powerful episode of Ask the Betrayed, Sharon and Rae unpack one of the most pressing questions betrayed partners ask after infidelity. Together, they explore how to recognize genuine remorse versus surface-level regret and why that distinction matters for recovery. You'll learn: ✅ The diff…

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014. Fostering Resilience 38:36

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How to calm down during a trauma response? Grounding techniques can make the difference in healing through something or acquiring more trauma. But many techniques are oversimplified and don't address the level of fear actually in your body. Learn a grounding technique that makes you stronger not better at survival. How to release fear from trauma? …

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013. Making Therapy Better 39:17

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How to make the most out of a therapy session? Help for you get the most out of every 1:1 session whether you're meeting with a therapist, a coach, or another guide, these practices bridge the gap between intellectual wisdom and embodied healing. Move forward in your CPTSD Resolution journey. What are tips for making my therapy more effective? How …

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A Call to Action: Pioneering New Ways to Keep Victims Safe 34:02

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In this episode, Deb and her guest Deborah Alderson discuss the importance of preventing domestic abuse through innovative solutions. Deborah shares her extensive background in policing, particularly her focus on public protection and addressing domestic abuse. They delve into various projects, including educating children about healthy relationshi…

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Blacked Out for Days – The Hidden Cost of Policing | Zane McCormack 46:52

2M ago46:52

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Zane McCormack knows what it means to hit breaking point. Raised in New Zealand, Zane moved to the UK to play rugby before joining the UK Police. For years he faced the relentless strain of frontline policing — trauma, stress, and pressure few outside the uniform ever see. Eventually, it caught up with him. Zane suffered a severe health crash, blac…

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012. Reducing Feelings of Guilt 32:45

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What is it called when I constantly feel guilty? CPTSD makes clarity so elusive, because Protective Parts confuse wise decision-making and trauma responses. Reclaim your inner compass so you can make choices with confidence. How do I stop feeling guilty all the time? Why do I feel like I am always about to get into trouble? HELP WITH HEALING CPTSD …

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011. Exploring Effective Treatment 30:48

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What is the best thing to do for C-PTSD? Implement some fixes in your own CPTSD healing journey. Help with healing your CPTSD smoother and faster. How to overcome complex PTSD? What has worked for CPTSD healing? What kind of treatment works for complex trauma? HELP WITH HEALING CPTSD Can't stop fighting in your relationship? → Follow the Fight Smar…

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EP 8: Feeling Stuck After Betrayal? Here's What to Do. 45:32

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Feeling stuck after betrayal? You're not alone. In this episode of Ask the Betrayed, we unpack what it really means to feel "stuck" in your healing journey—why it happens, what it looks like, and most importantly, how to move forward. We explore: ✅ The signs of being stuck (numbness, looping thoughts, discouragement, going through the motions) ✅ Wh…

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Faith-Based Coping Skills for Anxiety & Depression #159 #anxietyrelief #doctoradvice 26:49

3M ago26:49

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In this interview for 52 Authors with Dr. Lisa Campbell, we discuss tips and strategies from my book 📘Anxiety, Depression & Helplessness :Keys to Break Free. We focus on:2:25" Roots of Anxiety, Helplessness and Depression5:00" The need to address limiting beliefs and establish self-care12:00" General coping skills17:30" Coping skills to reduce anxi…

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The Embodied Self: Healing Trauma Through Somatic Internal Family Systems 6:57

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Have you ever felt emotions not just in your mind, but deeply woven into your physical self? What if the path to profound healing lies in truly bringing mind and body together?This episode dives into Somatic Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, a groundbreaking approach that bridges traditional talk therapy with body-based healing. We explore how…

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Unlocking Rapid Healing: A Deep Dive into Short-Term Trauma Therapy 5:48

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Imagine for a moment, carrying a weight you can’t quite put down. For so many, the journey through trauma has felt like an endless path. But what if healing doesn't have to take forever? In this episode, we dive into the groundbreaking world of short-term trauma therapy, revealing how rapid, evidence-based interventions can offer significant relief…

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Episode 14: A Future Built on Hope 3:47

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Karen Anderson closes this series of Conversations of Hope with a reflection on the power of envisioning a better future. She encourages survivors to embrace hope as a foundation for growth, reminding listeners that healing is possible and that brighter days are ahead. This episode is an invitation to believe in new beginnings. For more resources, …

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Episode 13: Overcoming Shame and Guilt 4:36

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Shame and guilt are powerful emotions that often keep survivors from moving forward. In this conversation, Karen Anderson addresses how these feelings take hold and shares ways to release them. Her message is clear: abuse is never the survivor’s fault and letting go of shame is a vital step towards healing and freedom. For more resources, support g…

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Episode 12: The Role of Community in Recovery 3:05

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Recovery from domestic violence extends beyond the individual. Karen Anderson explores how communities can step up to support survivors, break the cycle of silence, and create safer environments for everyone. This episode underlines the truth that real change requires compassion, awareness, and collective responsibility. For more resources, support…

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Episode 11: Rebuilding Life After Leaving 2:03

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Leaving an abusive relationship is just the beginning of a new chapter. In this episode, Karen Anderson speaks about the challenges and opportunities that come with starting over. From finding stability to rediscovering purpose, she highlights the importance of patience, resilience, and surrounding yourself with people who want to see you thrive. F…

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Episode 10: Hope as a Source of Strength 1:37

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Hope can often feel distant during times of abuse, yet it remains one of the most powerful forces for change. Karen Anderson reflects on how hope has sustained countless survivors and how it can provide courage in the darkest moments. This episode is a reminder that hope is not just an idea but a strength that can guide you forward. For more resour…

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Episode 9: Healing Beyond Survival 1:27

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Leaving an abusive relationship is not the end of the journey, but the beginning of healing. Karen Anderson speaks about life beyond survival, offering insights into how survivors can rebuild trust, find peace, and rediscover joy. This episode is about moving from simply existing to truly living again. For more resources, support guides, and inform…

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Episode 8: Creating a Safe Path Forward 3:07

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Safety planning can be the difference between feeling trapped and moving towards freedom. In this conversation, Karen Anderson outlines practical steps that can help survivors prepare to leave abusive environments while minimising risk. She reinforces that no one should walk this path alone and that support is available at every stage. For more res…

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Episode 7: Finding Hope Through Shared Stories 4:38

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Hearing the experiences of others can be a lifeline for those who feel alone. Karen Anderson highlights the importance of shared stories in breaking down stigma and fostering connection. This episode encourages survivors to know that their story matters and that hope can be found in both speaking and listening. For more resources, support guides, a…

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Episode 6: The Power of Self-Worth After Abuse 2:32

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Abuse often strips survivors of their confidence and identity. Karen Anderson explores how rebuilding self-worth is one of the most powerful steps in the healing journey. Through practical reflections and words of encouragement, this episode reminds listeners that they are worthy of respect, love, and a future free from violence. For more resources…

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Episode 5: Building Support Networks That Last 1:12

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Recovery from domestic violence is not something to face alone. In this episode, Karen Anderson explains why strong support networks are essential and how survivors can find the right people to lean on. She shares insights into the role friends, family, and community services can play in creating a foundation for lasting safety and healing. For mor…

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Episode 4: The Journey from Fear to Freedom 5:29

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Escaping an abusive situation is rarely simple, but it is always possible. Karen Anderson speaks about the fears that hold people back from leaving and the hope that awaits beyond those fears. With compassion and honesty, she outlines how the journey towards freedom can begin and why every small step forward matters. For more resources, support gui…

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Episode 3: Recognising the Signs of an Unhealthy Relationship 1:47

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Many people struggle to identify the early warning signs of an abusive relationship. In this episode, Karen Anderson highlights behaviours and patterns that often go unnoticed, from subtle control to emotional manipulation. By shining a light on these red flags, Karen equips listeners with tools to recognise unhealthy dynamics and reinforces that a…

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Episode 2: Breaking the Silence Around Abuse 1:51

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Karen Anderson discusses the courage it takes to speak out about domestic violence and the freedom that comes when silence is broken. She reflects on the emotional barriers survivors face and the importance of safe, supportive spaces where their voices can be heard. This conversation offers reassurance that sharing your story is not only a step tow…

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Episode 1: Finding Strength in the Midst of Domestic Violence 2:20

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In this opening episode of Conversations of Hope, Escape to Better Foundation founder Karen Anderson shares her perspective on the realities of domestic and family violence and the importance of speaking out. Karen explores how fear and silence often keep survivors trapped, and why taking even the smallest step towards safety can be life-changing. …