38-Domestic Violence SURVIVOR: Viv's Battle with Legal Abuse

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How does one navigate a flawed legal system while trying to protect oneself and one's children from an abusive partner? Join us as Viv shares her compelling story, a courageous survivor of domestic violence and legal abuse, who opens up about the emotional manipulation and rapid escalation that left her feeling isolated and shamed. Through Viv's eyes, we examine society's troubling tendency to blame victims instead of abusers, and underscore the essential role of validation and support from those who have walked a similar path.
This episode dives deep into the complexities of the family court system and its often frustrating inability to shield survivors and their children from further harm. We uncover the dual personas abusers can present, making it challenging for courts to discern the truth, and discuss the critical need for better training and education for judges. Viv's insights reveal the profound emotional and financial toll that these legal battles impose on survivors, highlighting the importance of systemic change and advocacy for more responsive legal frameworks.
We also shine a light on the unique challenges of protecting children caught in the crossfire of domestic and legal abuse. From maintaining honesty with children to shielding them from harsh realities, Viv's testimony underscores the exhausting and re-traumatizing nature of navigating an unstable family court system. This episode calls for solidarity, hope, and collective action to support survivors and create a safer environment for all. Remember, warriors, you are not alone.

1 in 3 is intended for mature audiences. Episodes contain explicit content and may be triggering to some.

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Cover art by Laura Swift Dahlke
Music by Tim Crowe

Chapters

1. Surviving Legal Abuse and Control (00:00:00)

2. Untangling Family Court System Abuses (00:13:51)

3. Protecting Children in Family Court (00:22:06)

4. Navigating Unstable Family Court System (00:38:43)

5. Recognizing and Addressing Legal Abuse (00:49:03)

6. Challenges in Family Court System (01:00:05)

7. Supporting Survivors of Legal Abuse (01:06:59)