Episode 17
In this week's episode, we will be joined in by Kim, one of my good friends, as she talks about her dysfunctional situation and the things she learned after leaving her abusive relationship.
HIGHLIGHTS
00:17 Something about our guest, Kim
01:02 Kim’s dysfunctional situation: religious and emotional abuse
03:18 More context on Kim’s situation: her children
04:17 The need for a “rescuer,” a damsel in distress
05:23 Expounding more on Kim’s first marriage and kids
06:10 Using religion/God to harm
07:39 Buffers and Kim’s behavior as she coped
08:22 Normalizing
09:56 Kim’s verbal degradation
10:36 Kim’s conflict resolution with her abuser
11:45 What are some other things that led to buffering?
14:26 Kim’s growth and development after leaving her situation
17:17 Creating a level of honesty and peace
18:57 Getting out, healing, and putting yourself in a healthy relationship