Hope when there was none

Well, this is a bonus episode. After a long conversation with Miss Alex and her way to work we were talking and a memory was triggered for me. I'm sharing that and a lot more in today's episode. Thanks for listening.

These are things you can look out for: ⛈️ Gaslighting ⛈️ Someone that's projecting ⛈️ Making you feel guilting ⛈️ Playing the victim and more. Have you experienced any of these?

Many Survivors find their circle doesn't quite understand what they are going through. It can be an emotional rollercoaster and lonely time. In today's episode I'm sharing thoughts that women would like others to know about trauma, grief, toxic relationships. Tune in for more!

Know you are not alone in your struggle. If you need to talk feel free to message me privately. For support and for encouragement after you have experienced emotional trauma for women only check out The Survivors Cafe . Find me here- https://linktr.ee/melindakunst Shelters and Resources- The Hotline - 1-800-799-7233 1-800-787-3224 (TTY) En Español Safe Horizon -1-800-621-HOPE (4673) NCADV - Resour...

It can be really hard to stay motivated while you're healing. What can you do? Here are some tips that you can start today: 🩷 Create a list of your goals 🩷 Find a support group, trusting friend, or licensed professional 🩷 Take a break if things get too heavy and more on today's podcast.

So what does survival mode look like? Do you notice physical symptoms? 😔 Do you feel physically sick around, near your abuser or at the thought of being around this person? 😔 Are you anxious or nervous around this person? You aren't alone! You are not alone! Listen to today's broadcast.

So what are boundaries and why do we need them? I'm gonna dig in to what these are and examples of what you can do to start using them in your relationships today.

What is gratitude and what does it have to do with self-love? Gratitude is defined as: The quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness. Practicing the "Art of Gratitude" can be a game changer! Developing finding thankfulness can impact your overall health by raising your sense of value especially when the world around you feels draining. I know those moment...

Replay- Tips for staying safe from domestic violence during the holidays!*I didn't mention the use of drugs or alcohol as an added factor for increased violence at this time as well! And by "exchanges" I meant visitation exchange.* Could you take a minute to visit and "Like" my page Hope when there was none or join The Survivors Cafe . Find help and info here-National Domes...

*Trigger warning* October is Domestic Violence Awareness month and I will be sharing stories from courageous Survivors to educate, empower, and inspire others to know they are not alone. Each of these stories is unique but the message is the same. Abuse is abuse no matter if someone lifts a hand, plays mental or emotional games, or calls you names. Abuse does not discriminate. This can happen to y...

Using Letter writing is a great way to help with closure and to heal old wounds. This has been a great healing tool for myself. Check out Charmaine here- https://instagram.com/faceofhopeandbeauty?igshid=MzMyNGUyNmU2YQ==

This was totally unscripted and off the hip today! What does that mean? Lots of deep thoughts, truth telling, and bits of my healing journey. Know you are not alone and if you need to talk don't hesitate to message me privately.

Trigger warning. I'm not getting into too many details but don't listen with wee ones around. This is a tough one! It looks like: 😢 Harassment 😢 Degrading 😢 Withholding birth control or forcing birth control and more!

What is BDSM? It should be an consensual act between adults. It looks like: 🔥 Understanding boundaries 🔥 Trust 🔥 Understanding limits and more...

*Trigger warning and explicit conversation* October is Domestic Violence Awareness month and I will be sharing stories from courageous Survivors to educate, empower, and inspire others to know they are not alone. Each of these stories is unique but the message is the same. Abuse is abuse no matter if someone lifts a hand, plays mental or emotional games, or calls you names. Abuse does not discrimi...

Emotional abuse target's feelings. It's used to punish, control, and scare a victim. It looks like: ⛈️ Threats ⛈️ Insults ⛈️ Making you the punchline in jokes and more!

Have you heard of Spiritual Abuse or Religious Abuse? Like any form of abuse it is going to look different. Here is a few things that someone may experience: 🔥 Abuser may use practices or beliefs as an excuse to abuse. 🔥 Abuser may deny medical care or medication. 🔥 Abusers may force victim to change beliefs and more!

Many Survivors find themselves in need of rebuilding their finances or learning how to budget after leaving an abuser. Here are somethings to look out for: ⛈️ Bills aren't being paid ⛈️ You aren't allowed to have any money ⛈️ You have to give an account for what you spend These are a few things and more that I hadn't mentioned. Have you experienced this?

What is Immigration Abuse? It looks like: 💥 Intimidation 💥 Control 💥 Threats and more! Tune into the Hope when there was none Podcast for further details. #domesticabuse #domesticviolencesurvivor #immigrationabuse

When does abuse stop after leaving an abuser? This is tough! It looks different for so many people. There are also different circumstances that may make a big difference in if that toxic person still tries to engage with you! Have you had this issue? More on the Hope when there was none Podcast. #domesticabuse #domesticviolencesurvivor #toxicrelationships

What do you think about when you hear about Domestic Violence? Some common mists are that victims are passive, they have no job, they must like the abuse. These are just a few stereotypes that people believe.

Abuse can take many forms and can be used against someone you love. That someone may be your pet. Abusers know how to get to you and harming or threatening something you love is usually the number one weapon used to keep you in line. On today's #TeachableTuesday I dive into the topic of animals and abuse. Here are links that I referred to in this video- https://awionline.org/content/safety-plannin...

Why does she stay?! One comment I see and hear often is, "Why Does She Stay?!" or "I would have left after the first punch!" There are many personal reasons a victim stays and these include in random order: 1) Fear- Of change or fear of the abuser 2) Guilty- Maybe she didn't try hard enough to work on the relationship 3) Lack of resources- No job, car, money, or even a lack...

*Trigger Warning* Survivor stories *Replay* October is Domestic Violence Awareness month and I will be sharing stories from courageous Survivors to educate, empower, and inspire others to know they are not alone. Each of these stories is unique but the message is the same. Abuse is abuse no matter if someone lifts a hand, plays mental or emotional games, or calls you names. Abuse does not discrimi...

*Trigger warning* October is Domestic Violence Awareness month and I will be sharing stories from courageous Survivors to educate, empower, and inspire others to know they are not alone. Each of these stories is unique but the message is the same. Abuse is abuse no matter if someone lifts a hand, plays mental or emotional games, or calls you names. Abuse does not discriminate. This can happen to y...