5 episodes
Elastic Bands Juliana Shiel
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- Society & Culture
This podcast is a platform for Irish women to share their personal stories of intimate relationship abuse. We discuss what they were met with when they shared their stories, what they have learned from their hardships, advice on healing, and exploring the light in what seems like a hopeless situation. *Topics of violence against women discussed, listener discretion is advised. If you have been affected by any of the topics discussed in this podcast contact Women's Aid 1800 341 900 Men's aid (01) 554 3811. If you would like to learn about warning signs of abuse and what constitutes an abusive relationship, visit TooIntoYou.ie.
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Fiona Brady
On this episode I talk to talented artist Fiona Brady about her experience with an abusive relationship that lasted 5 years. Fiona bravely talks about the night she was raped at age 16, and how her abuser held it over her for years. She talks about her experience with coercive control, getting out of the relationship and learning to be in a healthy relationship again through therapy and patience. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/elastic-bands.
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Megan Byrne
On this week episode I speak to Megan Byrne about the abuse she experienced in a queer relationship, which started at just age 14. She shares her story about abusive friendships, sexual coercion, the importance of adults intervening on these kinds of situations among young people, and how experiencing this at such a young age still effects her mindset on love and relationships today. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/elastic-bands.
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Aoife Anon
On this weeks episode, Aoife (who wishes to keep her second name anonymous) tells her story of an abusive relationship for the first time. Aoife shares her experience with social isolation, internalized misogyny and manipulation. She also shares the importance of friends and family in a time of mental struggle and how her healing journey has unfolded so far. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/elastic-bands.
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Grainne Binns
On this episode I speak to Grainne Binns who shares her experience with an abusive relationship. Grainne unfortunately experienced a four year abusive relationship. She has an extremely upbeat, body positive and social media presence that highlights the importance of taking care of your mental health. On this episode she shares things that help her in times of despair, and her advice for someone going through the same thing.
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Jordie Sheridan
I speak to Jordie Sheridan, another Irish woman I met after she made a video sharing her story of an abusive relationship online to promote awareness during our fundraiser for Womens Aid. She shares the early details of the relationship and when red flags started to show. We also discuss the discomfort that may be present after abuse around men and strangers, learning to trust in a new relationship, and experiencing triggering situations. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/elastic-bands.
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