Jan 22 2025 27 mins 1
Abusive relationships rarely start abusive. Instead, they build up over, slowly, over time, gradually changing the survivors perception of reality and sense of self.
As our guest for this episode, domestic abuse expert and coach, Caron Kipping says: “If someone punched you in the face on your first date, would you go back for a second date?” The answer is an obvious no, but domestic abuse slowly draws in survivors, leaving them trapped, isolated, confused and abused.
Would you know the early signs of an abusive relationship? Take a listen as Caron explains what the red flags are and what you can do if they are there.
00:00 Introductions
01:53 What is domestic abuse?
05:00 How can you spot the early red flags of domestic abuse?
11:15 What can you do if you have concerns that your relationship is abusive? 14:16 The tactic of isolation, and its impact
17:22 What happens as the relationship progresses?
18:02 What can family and friends do if they have concerns?
20:47 What is the cycle of abuse and stages of change?
24:02 How does the cycle get worse?
25:00 How do you leave an abusive relationship?
26:00 Make a plan, with professional help
Additional resources
- Surviving economic abuse - https://bit.ly/3v7uAA4
- Divorcing or separating from a narcissist - https://bit.ly/3ROxpyQ
- Domestic abuse - how can a family lawyer help? https://youtu.be/bto4CXasGz0
- Dealing with post-separation abuse with Caron - https://bit.ly/3veGwzR
- Taking control of your finances on separation - https://youtu.be/CIp6n4pgd9k
If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2
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