Wellness By JF Podcast

Judy Faida

Wellness by JF is a weekly podcast that seeks to shed light in an otherwise dark world. It is a safe space where we go through the waves and tides of mental health, stress, relationships and wellness. We will cry, weep, break, laugh and in the end we will emerge together. Our rebirth begins right here, right now. ((Hugs)) Safe space| Light| Healing Follow us on social media @wellnessbyjfpodcast Email: wellnessbyjf@gmail.com PUSH THROUGH THAT

  1. It Didn’t Look Like Abuse” — Control, Isolation & Hidden Red Flags in Relationships- Episode 2

    6H AGO

    It Didn’t Look Like Abuse” — Control, Isolation & Hidden Red Flags in Relationships- Episode 2

    Emotional abuse doesn’t always leave bruises—but it leaves deep scars and wounds that can bleed for a lifetime if we do not tend to them.In episode 2 of Unmasking Abuse in Marriage and Relationships, we expose the hidden red flags of emotional abuse that are often normalized, excused, or misunderstood.We break down how control, constant monitoring, and isolation slowly strip away autonomy, confidence, and identity—often under the disguise of love, protection, or concern.If you’ve ever felt watched, restricted, cut off from others, or unsure of your own reality, this conversation is for you.🎧 Listen to learn: • The subtle signs of emotional abuse• How control differs from care• Why isolation is a powerful abuse tactic• How awareness is the first step toward healingThis episode is not about blame—it’s about clarity, validation, and empowerment.John 10:10 Then you shall know the truth, and the truth shall set you freeResources1. https://www.cdc.gov/intimate-partner-violence/about/index.html2.https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/daily-quotidien/251028/dq251028a-eng.html3. https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/gender-based-violence/intimate-partner-violence.html4. https://www.who.int/news/item/06-10-2022-preventing-intimate-partner-violence-improves-mental-health?5. https://www.cdc.gov/intimate-partner-violence/about/index.html6. Melkam, M., Fentahun, S., Rtbey, G. et al. Multilevel analysis of intimate partner violence and associated factors among reproductive-age women: Kenya demographic and health survey 2022 data. BMC Public Health 24, 1476 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-024-19012-9MusicMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/kevin-macleod/jaunty-gumptionLicense code: Y5WYNLMKDRGDFNRM🤍 Support & Help Resources (Please Read)If this episode brings up distress or you recognize yourself in these patterns, you deserve support.CanadaTalk Suicide Canada: 1-833-456-4566 (24/7)Text: 45645 (Evenings)Emergency: Call 911 if you are in immediate dangerKenyaNational GBV Hotline: 1195 (24/7)Emergency Services: 999 / 112When survivors speak and no one listens, the damage multiplies.

    30 min
  2. The Mask of a Good Husband: Gaslighting in Marriage | Unmasking Abuse - Episode 1

    JAN 15

    The Mask of a Good Husband: Gaslighting in Marriage | Unmasking Abuse - Episode 1

    What if the man everyone calls a good husband is the reason you feel constantly confused, silenced, or unsure of yourself?Welcome to Unmasking Abuse in Marriage.This episode marks my return to podcasting—and the beginning of a series that exists because too many people are suffering quietly behind closed doors.In Episode 1, I talk about the mask of a “good husband” and how gaslighting shows up in marriage. This is emotional and psychological abuse that is often dismissed, normalized, or spiritualized—especially when the abuser is respected, admired, or seen as responsible by others.As a wellness and mental health advocate who has lived across cultures—from Kenya to Canada—I’ve seen how marriage is often protected at the cost of individual wellbeing. How survivors are told to be patient, pray harder, communicate better—while slowly losing trust in their own reality.In this episode, we explore:* What gaslighting in marriage actually looks like (not the stereotype)* How “good reputation” can be used as a shield for abuse* Why you’re always apologizing but never understood* The quiet erosion of self-trust, confidence, and clarity* Why naming the abuse is not betrayal—it’s survivalThis episode is for you if:You feel confused more than you feel lovedYou’re told you’re “too sensitive” or “misremembering things”You sense something is wrong but can’t explain itYou’re tired of doubting yourselfThis is not about attacking men or marriage.It’s about truth, language, and liberation.Listen gently. Pause if you need to. And if something in you feels seen—trust that.🤍 Support & Help Resources (Please Read)If this episode brings up distress or you recognize yourself in these patterns, you deserve support.CanadaTalk Suicide Canada: 1-833-456-4566 (24/7)Text: 45645 (Evenings)Emergency: Call 911 if you are in immediate dangerKenyaNational GBV Hotline: 1195 (24/7)Emergency Services: 999 / 112If you’re outside these regions, please reach out to a trusted local crisis line or mental health professionals. 🫧𝓛𝓮𝓽𝓼 𝓬𝓸𝓷𝓷𝓮𝓬𝓽:Ig: https://www.instagram.com/wellnessbyjfpod/TikTok: wellnessbyjfpod ₊✩‧₊˚౨ৎ˚₊✩‧₊🧸 𝓯𝓪𝓬𝓽𝓼 𝓪𝓫𝓸𝓾𝓽 𝓶𝓮 I love podcastingMy channel is a safe space for anyone and everyone🪽𝓼𝓽𝓪𝔂 𝓼𝓪𝓯𝓮 ; 𝓵𝓸𝓿𝓮 𝓙𝓕 We are healing out loud!

    21 min
  3. Unmasking Abuse In Marriage Episode 1

    JAN 15

    Unmasking Abuse In Marriage Episode 1

    What if the man everyone calls a good husband is the reason you feel constantly confused, silenced, or unsure of yourself?Welcome to Unmasking Abuse in Marriage.This episode marks my return to podcasting—and the beginning of a series that exists because too many people are suffering quietly behind closed doors.In Episode 1, I talk about the mask of a “good husband” and how gaslighting shows up in marriage. This is emotional and psychological abuse that is often dismissed, normalized, or spiritualized—especially when the abuser is respected, admired, or seen as responsible by others.As a wellness and mental health advocate who has lived across cultures—from Kenya to Canada—I’ve seen how marriage is often protected at the cost of individual wellbeing. How survivors are told to be patient, pray harder, communicate better—while slowly losing trust in their own reality.In this episode, we explore:* What gaslighting in marriage actually looks like (not the stereotype)* How “good reputation” can be used as a shield for abuse* Why you’re always apologizing but never understood* The quiet erosion of self-trust, confidence, and clarity* Why naming the abuse is not betrayal—it’s survivalThis episode is for you if:You feel confused more than you feel lovedYou’re told you’re “too sensitive” or “misremembering things”You sense something is wrong but can’t explain itYou’re tired of doubting yourselfThis is not about attacking men or marriage.It’s about truth, language, and liberation.Listen gently. Pause if you need to. And if something in you feels seen—trust that.🤍 Support & Help Resources (Please Read)If this episode brings up distress or you recognize yourself in these patterns, you deserve support.CanadaTalk Suicide Canada: 1-833-456-4566 (24/7)Text: 45645 (Evenings)Emergency: Call 911 if you are in immediate dangerKenyaNational GBV Hotline: 1195 (24/7)Emergency Services: 999 / 112If you’re outside these regions, please reach out to a trusted local crisis line or mental health professional.🫧𝓛𝓮𝓽𝓼 𝓬𝓸𝓷𝓷𝓮𝓬𝓽:Ig: https://www.instagram.com/wellnessbyjfpod/TikTok: wellnessbyjfpod ₊✩‧₊˚౨ৎ˚₊✩‧₊🧸 𝓯𝓪𝓬𝓽𝓼 𝓪𝓫𝓸𝓾𝓽 𝓶𝓮 I love podcastingMy channel is a safe space for anyone and everyone. We are healing out loud!

    24 min

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Wellness by JF is a weekly podcast that seeks to shed light in an otherwise dark world. It is a safe space where we go through the waves and tides of mental health, stress, relationships and wellness. We will cry, weep, break, laugh and in the end we will emerge together. Our rebirth begins right here, right now. ((Hugs)) Safe space| Light| Healing Follow us on social media @wellnessbyjfpodcast Email: wellnessbyjf@gmail.com PUSH THROUGH THAT