What does it take to recognize you're in an abusive relationship when denial feels safer than truth? When someone finally told Tiffiny Newton she was being abused, she refused to believe it—even as her partner controlled every aspect of her life.
This powerful conversation takes us through Tiffiny's journey from victim to survivor to advocate, revealing the subtle warning signs of abuse that often go unnoticed. She candidly shares how manipulation disguised as love kept her trapped in a cycle she attempted to escape five times before finally breaking free.
"Trauma bonding is like a tornado," Tiffany explains. "You see the destruction, you feel the destruction, but you can't pull away because of the gravitational pull." Her description of how abusers need only show kindness one day a month to maintain control illuminates why leaving becomes so difficult, especially for women in midlife already navigating identity challenges.
Tiffiny has transformed her painful experience into purpose through her book "Behind the Smile," designed specifically to help loved ones support someone trapped in abuse. For anyone who suspects they or someone they care about is in an unhealthy relationship, this episode offers validation, understanding, and a path toward freedom.
Check out Tiffiny's book on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other retailers, and visit our show page for all her social media links. Your journey to healing and empowerment begins with recognizing the truth of your situation.

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