When a relationship turns abusive, it is one of the most devastating experiences. Shame, embarrassment, and self-blame often keep victims from seeking help. Abuse, also known as domestic violence, when in a household and/or intimate partner violence when within a couple, can come in varying forms; physical, emotional, verbal, sexual, and financial. Regardless of the type, domestic violence can have life or death consequences for the victim as well as for the children in the home. To help unpack this topic, I brought on licensed professional counselor, Natalia Garcia-Moreno. Natalia worked in a domestic violence shelter for women and children, helping them to restore peace after violence in the home.

Key Takeaways

Abuse can happen to anyone. You are not alone and there is help for you.
Learning to identify red flags in relationships can save you from getting caught up in the cycle of abuse. Getting out of an abusive situation is possible. Your past does not have to define your future.

Episode Moments/Quotes

12:50 - What is the cycle of abuse?

19:35 - “They feel that they deserved the abuse, that no one else can love them because of what they have been through, they think it’s okay to be treated that way” -Natalia

26:40 - What to do if you feel that you are in an abusive situation, how do you protect your children?

Want More?

Check out episode 71: Dealing With Boundary Breakers and episode and 45: Self Esteem - Let’s Tackle This Monster

Resources/ Things Mentioned During the Show:

1. Natalie Moreno Garcia www.neelycounseling.com/counselors / 210-523-4200
Domestic Violence Website: https://www.thehotline.org/
2.Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
3.Crisis hotline in SA TX- 210-733-8810 Family Violence Prevention
4.Services
5.Local shelters in your area for resources—albergues locales en su area
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