Connected By Stories

Biased Studios

TRIGGER WARNING! Abuse is a word that has become very commonplace in society as a whole. Unfortunately a high number of people experience some form of abuse and these experiences can feel very lonely for some. On the #ConnectedByStories Podcast, I speak to Abuse Survivors as they share their personal stories of abuse. Hopefully these stories act as a beacon of hope and empowerment to anyone in a similar situation. Please know you are never alone 🤎 Welcome to the Connected By Stories Podcast. Host: Allwell Instagram: @connectedbystories

Episodes

  1. Chapter 8: "I didn't want to feel like a failure..."

    14/08/2020

    Chapter 8: "I didn't want to feel like a failure..."

    [TRIGGER WARNING!] On today's episode, Enasha shares her heartbreaking story of abuse. After enduring virtually all types of abuse from her partner, she was finally able to break free. Enasha also answers the popular question people always tend to ask abuse victims, "Why didn't you just leave". Tune in to this episode as it is not one you want to miss. ---If you have found Enasha's story inspiring, you can find her on Instagram @laughlovelive_again. Enasha also works as a behaviour specialist and life coach and uses her skills and experience to help others in similar situations.--- If you have a story you want to share, please reach out to me through the website (https://www.biasedstudios.com/connected-by-stories). Alternatively you can reach me on instagram @connectedbystories Host:AllwellInstagram: @fourrell Website: https://www.biasedstudios.com/connected-by-storiesEmail: connectbystories@gmail.com HELPLINES: If you are ever in this situation and you don't know where to look for help, below are some good resources: 1800RESPECT - 1800 737 73224 hour national sexual assault, family and domestic violence counselling line for any Australian who has experienced, or is at risk of, family and domestic violence and/or sexual assault. Lifeline: 13 11 14Lifeline has a national number who can help put you in contact with a crisis service in your State. Anyone across Australia experiencing a personal crisis or thinking about suicide can call. National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 White Ribbon Domestic Violence SAFE How to Disappear online: Go ask Rose

    1h 4m
  2. Chapter 7: "I was not myself by the time I finally left..."

    16/07/2020

    Chapter 7: "I was not myself by the time I finally left..."

    [TRIGGER WARNING!] On today's episode, Aisha talks to us about how a long term abusive relationship completely changed her into someone she could not recognise. After another abusive experience, she had to pack up and move countries to help her heal. This was a really insightful conversation and I am grateful to Aisha for sharing her story ---If Aisha's story has inspired you, you can find her on instagram @aishasetipa. Aisha also runs a story blog @storiesbyblck where she encourages the black community to share their stories.--- If you have a story you want to share, please reach out to me through the website (https://www.biasedstudios.com/connected-by-stories). Alternatively you can reach me on instagram @connectedbystories Host:AllwellInstagram: @fourrell Website: https://www.biasedstudios.com/connected-by-storiesEmail: connectbystories@gmail.com HELPLINES: If you are ever in this situation and you don't know where to look for help, below are some good resources: 1800RESPECT - 1800 737 73224 hour national sexual assault, family and domestic violence counselling line for any Australian who has experienced, or is at risk of, family and domestic violence and/or sexual assault. Lifeline: 13 11 14Lifeline has a national number who can help put you in contact with a crisis service in your State. Anyone across Australia experiencing a personal crisis or thinking about suicide can call. National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 White Ribbon Domestic Violence SAFE How to Disappear online: Go ask Rose

    30 min
  3. Chapter 3: "Part of me wanted to believe it...because I just felt so lonely"

    21/05/2020

    Chapter 3: "Part of me wanted to believe it...because I just felt so lonely"

    TRIGGER WARNING! At the young age of 6, Vodka had to experience what no child should ever have to go through. Living with this experience for years had numerous effects on him and in today's episode he shares this story with us---For privacy reasons, today's guest has chosen to use the codename, Vodka. We hope his story has inspired you. And to male survivors out there, please know you are not alone. Please know that your stories are valid and we hear you.--- If you have a story you want to share, please reach out to me through the website (https://www.biasedstudios.com/connected-by-stories). Alternatively you can reach me on instagram @connectedbystories Host:AllwellInstagram: @fourrell Website: https://www.biasedstudios.com/connected-by-storiesEmail: connectbystories@gmail.com HELPLINES: If you are ever in this situation and you don't know where to look for help, below are some good resources: 1800RESPECT - 1800 737 73224 hour national sexual assault, family and domestic violence counselling line for any Australian who has experienced, or is at risk of, family and domestic violence and/or sexual assault. Lifeline: 13 11 14Lifeline has a national number who can help put you in contact with a crisis service in your State. Anyone across Australia experiencing a personal crisis or thinking about suicide can call. National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 White Ribbon Domestic Violence SAFE How to Disappear online: Go ask Rose

    16 min
  4. Chapter 2: "I'm going to have a child, things have to change"

    07/05/2020

    Chapter 2: "I'm going to have a child, things have to change"

    TRIGGER WARNING! Separated from her parents at a very young age, Rose thought she would be safe living with her uncle, after all that is family. But she came to find that abusers come in different forms and sometimes it can be your own family members. On this episode, Rose takes us through her experience with sexual abuse.---If Rose's story has inspired you, you can find her on instagram @rosekoroma_ & @rosehairand_style.--- If you have a story you want to share, please reach out to me through the website (https://www.biasedstudios.com/connected-by-stories). Alternatively you can reach me on instagram @connectedbystories Host:AllwellInstagram: @fourrell Website: https://www.biasedstudios.com/connected-by-storiesEmail: connectbystories@gmail.com HELPLINES: If you are ever in this situation and you don't know where to look for help, below are some good resources: 1800RESPECT - 1800 737 73224 hour national sexual assault, family and domestic violence counselling line for any Australian who has experienced, or is at risk of, family and domestic violence and/or sexual assault. Lifeline: 13 11 14Lifeline has a national number who can help put you in contact with a crisis service in your State. Anyone across Australia experiencing a personal crisis or thinking about suicide can call. National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 White Ribbon Domestic Violence SAFE How to Disappear online: Go ask Rose

    32 min
  5. Chapter 1: "If I could be better, I could earn the love I wanted"

    23/04/2020

    Chapter 1: "If I could be better, I could earn the love I wanted"

    Miracles do happen, and that was certainly the case with my guest today. On this episode, Emmy takes us through her experiences with Abuse and how after a long time of dealing with sexual and emotional abuse, one incident changed everything for her. ---If Emmy's story has inspired you and you would like to learn more from her, you can find her on instagram @blooming_forward. Emmy has been on a mission to empower others and educate about trauma, and you can also learn more through her blog bloomingforward.blog--- If you have a story you want to share, please reach out to me through the website (biasedstudios.com). Alternatively you can reach me on instagram @connectedbystories Host:Allwell Instagram: @fourrell Website: www.biasedstudios.comEmail: connectbystories@gmail.com HELPLINES: If you are ever in this situation and you don't know where to look for help, below are some good resources: 1800RESPECT - 1800 737 73224 hour national sexual assault, family and domestic violence counselling line for any Australian who has experienced, or is at risk of, family and domestic violence and/or sexual assault. Lifeline: 13 11 14Lifeline has a national number who can help put you in contact with a crisis service in your State. Anyone across Australia experiencing a personal crisis or thinking about suicide can call. White Ribbon Domestic Violence National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 SAFE How to Disappear online: Go ask Rose

    41 min

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TRIGGER WARNING! Abuse is a word that has become very commonplace in society as a whole. Unfortunately a high number of people experience some form of abuse and these experiences can feel very lonely for some. On the #ConnectedByStories Podcast, I speak to Abuse Survivors as they share their personal stories of abuse. Hopefully these stories act as a beacon of hope and empowerment to anyone in a similar situation. Please know you are never alone 🤎 Welcome to the Connected By Stories Podcast. Host: Allwell Instagram: @connectedbystories

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