Finding Me - Rebuild YOU and your life after domestic abuse
Finding me is a bi-monthly podcast helping women transition from barely surviving to truly thriving after escaping domestic abuse. The cases of domestic abuse is rising at an exponential rate, much of the effort by the police and civil agencies and charities is focused on getting women and children out of immediate danger, whilst it is of course the right thing to do, it is not where the story ends. A woman who has experienced domestic abuse, will often suffer the ramifications of that abuse for years to come, if not for the rest of their life, with most destined for a life of poverty. It takes years to rebuild their lives and there is little support, advice and guidance available to help women on that journey. Alongside sharing my own experience, I’ll be talking to a range of experts and professionals providing insight and advice that women need to supercharge their recovery and move their life to a more positive place faster. This podcast is for every women across the world, who...
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Saturday Sep 16, 2023
Saturday Sep 16, 2023
Natalie and Relationship Counselor Elaine Conway discuss strategies for domestic abuse survivors to help prioritize their health and well-being, no matter where they are in their journey. Support the Show.
Wednesday Aug 16, 2023
Wednesday Aug 16, 2023
After an extended break our hosts come together to discuss what has kept them busy over the last 18 months and what they plan to cover in the second series of Finding Me: Rebuild You and Your Life After Domestic Abuse. Support the Show.
Monday Jul 25, 2022
Monday Jul 25, 2022
In this series, we are hearing direct from survivors who have experience abuse, in today's show I am talking to Pippa. Pippa lived in an abusive relationship for five years before escaping, taking 13 years to fully get her life back on track. Support the Show.
Saturday Jun 04, 2022
Saturday Jun 04, 2022
You've been in a relationship for many years, many of which have been characterised by abuse. You have finally found the strength to leave and move on. Nevertheless, you must co-parent with the person who caused you so much pain and anguish. In today's episode, we discuss some essential tips for co-parenting with an abusive ex.Support the Show.
Sunday May 08, 2022
Sunday May 08, 2022
We are discussing the different phases of breakup and how to deal with them. There are all these feelings of loss that women can't handle, and this can lead people to return to a relationship no matter how bad it is. Knowing and understanding the phases means you are more likely to successfully advance through each stage and not go back to an abuser. Support the Show.
Monday Apr 04, 2022
Monday Apr 04, 2022
After experiencing abuse, women often put themselves and their own self care last on their list of priories, especially when children are involved. The reality is, if you don't look after yourself and spend time on your positive inner voice, your ability to look after anyone else's needs is greatly reduced. In today's show, our special guest is Michelle Reese, Michelle is a is a wellness therapist, running her own holistic business for the last 15 years; Be Well With Shell. Michelle explains what self care really is, and the importance of daily affirmations.Support the Show.
Wednesday Mar 16, 2022
Wednesday Mar 16, 2022
The terms 'Narcissist' or 'Narcissism' is being used with increasing frequency in recent times. With guest and resident Relationship Councillor, Elaine Conway we discuss what the term really means, and whether women can have a successful relationship with someone who is on the narcissist spectrum. Support the Show.
Friday Feb 25, 2022
Friday Feb 25, 2022
In this series, we are hearing direct from survivors of abuse. Today's show we hear from Diem Mooney. Diem is a male survivor of abuse, from a relationship which lasted seven years. Diem found the courage to get out, with his young son, in 2019, we will hear about how Diem rebuilt his life and the advice he offers to others in the same situation.Support the Show.
Sunday Feb 06, 2022
Sunday Feb 06, 2022
Coming out of any relationship requires a period of readjustment, never more so than when the relationship has been characterised by abuse - the old principle of changing one thing at a time is more important now more than ever.In today's show we discuss the issue of constructive dismissal with Jessy Gomez, Jessy is studying for her Phd and working at the same time in a very male dominated sector, we are going to hear Jessy's experience of unfair treatment in the workplace and what she did to overcome it. Support the Show.
Sunday Jan 16, 2022
Sunday Jan 16, 2022
Finding Me - Rebuild YOU and your life after domestic abuse is by women for women, designed to help women rebuild their lives faster and more effectively after escaping domestic abuse. In today's show we will be talking to Elaine Conway contact@elaineconway.co.uk relationship counsellor and psychotherapist, about the role that therapy can play in supporting the recovery process for domestic abuse survivors.Support the Show.