Through the EYES of SURVIVORS

Break The Silence Against Domestic Violence Through The Eyes of Survivors
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"Through the Eyes of Survivors" is a podcast created by Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence, dedicated to amplifying the voices and stories of survivors of domestic violence. The podcast provides a platform for survivors to share their personal journeys, struggles, and triumphs, aiming to raise awareness about the issue and empower others who may be facing similar challenges. Each episode features firsthand accounts from survivors, offering insights into their experiences and shedding light on the complex issues surrounding domestic violence. Through storytelling and advocacy, the podcast strives to foster empathy, support, and understanding in the community, while encouraging dialogue and action to combat domestic violence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Sep 7

    The Hidden Injury: TBI and Domestic Violence

    In this episode of Through the Eyes of Survivors, Jen joins us to discuss the often-overlooked connection between traumatic brain injury (TBI) and domestic violence. We explore how repeated head trauma can impact memory, emotions, daily functioning, and long-term healing—and why greater awareness is so important for survivors, advocates, and professionals. This conversation sheds light on an injury survivors may be living with without even realizing it and reminds us why trauma-informed support must consider both the emotional and physical effects of abuse. BTSADV DONATIONShttps://breakthesilencedv.org/donate/ 🎬 OPUS CLIPShttps://www.opus.pro/?via=BTSADV25 POST WHEN: Amanda or Tara discuss podcasting, video editing, clips, or content creation. 🔎 TRUTHFINDERhttps://tracking.truthfinder.com/?a=1613&oc=27&c=404&s1= POST WHEN: Background checks, public records, or related safety topics are discussed. 💪 BUBS NATURALShttps://www.bubsnaturals.com/BTSADV26 POST WHEN: Amanda or Tara mention BUBS Naturals or related wellness topics. 🔐 SELF-DEFENSE KEYCHAINDISCOUNT CODE: BREAKTHESILENCE 10% OFF POST WHEN: The self-defense keychain is mentioned. 🍕Little Cesar Fundraiser https://fundraising.littlecaesars.com/products?support=5d747584-90b8-4a22-ab77-2de9d95e4685 Volunteer Applicationhttps://forms.gle/VVnuFc9BiKznv5cdA Partnership Applicationhttps://forms.gle/SzDHg8G8LT6hGJnb6 Podcast Guest Applicationhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdzYwqGNUfkGF3OYBpRpsi3syUmfbt8Iuuibbo4gqJIL30HaA/viewform?usp=header BTSADV SOCIAL MEDIAFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/btsadv Instagramhttp://instagram.com/btsadv LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/btsadv/mycompany/ YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@BTSADV TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@btsadv7 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  2. Aug 31

    Switching Cycles: From Trauma to Healing

    What happens when the abuse is over, but the trauma is still shaping the way you think, cope, and move through the world? In this episode of Through the Eyes of a Survivor, we sit down with Holly Corish, a domestic violence survivor, trauma and addiction recovery advocate, and creator of the “Switching Cycles: From Trauma to Healing” recovery model. Holly joins us for an important conversation about the patterns trauma can create, the connection between trauma and addiction, and what it can look like to move from survival into healing. We also explore the concept of “the predator seeking prey” — how abusive individuals may identify and exploit vulnerabilities, test boundaries, create dependency, and use manipulation to gain control. Most importantly, we discuss this without placing responsibility on survivors. Vulnerability does not cause abuse; the responsibility always belongs to the person who chooses to exploit it. In this episode, we discuss: Recognizing the trauma cycleHow abuse can continue affecting survivors after the relationship endsTrauma, addiction, and unhealthy coping mechanismsManipulation, boundary testing, and predatory behaviorRebuilding self-trust after abuseRecognizing red flags without blaming yourselfMoving from survival mode into a healthier healing cyclePractical steps survivors can take toward recovery and restorationHolly also shares insight from her work mentoring people in addiction recovery and providing peer support to domestic violence survivors. Healing is not always linear, and leaving an abusive relationship does not automatically erase what happened. But understanding the patterns trauma leaves behind can be a powerful part of learning how to break them. You survived the cycle. Now the conversation becomes: how do you begin building something different? 💜 Through the Eyes of a Survivor is a podcast from Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence. Support BTSADV: https://breakthesilencedv.org/donate/ Learn more and get involved: https://breakthesilencedv.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  3. Jul 27

    The Final Act of Control: When Leaving Turns Into Revenge

    Trigger Warning  In this powerful episode of Through the Eyes of a Survivor, Jacqueline shares the devastating reality of what happened after she left her abusive partner. In an act of revenge meant to punish Jacqueline, her former partner drowned her daughter, attempted to kill her young son, and then attempted to take their own life. They survived and are now serving life in prison. Jacqueline courageously reflects on the warning signs she did not fully recognize until after the tragedy—and the red flags survivors, loved ones, and professionals cannot afford to ignore. This conversation examines how leaving can trigger a dangerous escalation, why children may become targets of an abusive partner’s retaliation, and how threats of unaliving  ☎ 1-855-BTS-1777 Non-Crisis Support 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM EST Registration https://www.run4herchallenge.com/ Facebook Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/259793866705057 Donate / Create a Fundraiser https://givebutter.com/2026-run4her-54viui Facebook Fundraiser Challenge https://www.facebook.com/fundraiser/with_presence/create_dialog/?challenge_id=989406547132675&default_beneficiary_id=613793674271754&default_beneficiary_type=charity&prefill_type=fundraiser_for_challenge Scholarship Fund https://gofund.me/55e527c24 Store https://www.run4herchallenge.com/shop Volunteer Application https://forms.gle/JB2aiGoJCWs7tEZS6 Partnership Application https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc_17m9jO_0QZOZlJfiHnAsHn7ksgHih_nBtO-N3ux5K6TX3Q/viewform?usp=header Podcast Guest Application https://forms.gle/zqZY265877ieLrjRA Ambassador Program https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdn3J0C6UkT-VmULkskafj5jODeng14alO4WNZoDW5JJx24wA/viewform?usp=header Survivor Sister Retreat https://forms.gle/nmTGKD2m6Kbtqv1r7 Opus Clips  https://www.opus.pro/?via=BTSADV25 Post when Amanda or Tara discuss podcasting, editing, or content creation. TruthFinder  https://tracking.truthfinder.com/?a=1613&oc=27&c=404&s1= Post when background checks, safety planning, or public records are discussed. BUBS Naturals  https://www.bubsnaturals.com/BTSADV26 Post when Amanda or Tara mention wellness or BUBS Naturals. Self-Defense Keychain Use code: BREAKTHESILENCE for 10% OFF Post whenever the self-defense keychain is mentioned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  4. Jul 13

    Beyond the Bruises: The Hidden Health Risks of Abuse _Beyond the Bruises: The Hidden Health Risks of Abuse

    Not all wounds are visible. In this powerful episode of BSTADV, host Tara Woodlee sits down with HIV advocate and founder of the Bee HIV+ Foundation, Marie Niles, for an honest conversation about the often-overlooked health consequences of abuse. Together, they explore how domestic violence, sexual coercion, and trauma can increase a survivor's risk of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections, why stigma continues to silence so many, and how education can empower survivors to take back control of their health and their future. Through Marie's inspiring journey of resilience and advocacy, listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the connection between abuse and sexual health while discovering that healing begins with breaking the silence. Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of domestic violence, sexual violence, trauma, HIV, and other sensitive topics. Listener discretion is advised. Opus Clips : https://www.opus.pro/?via=BTSADV25 Self Defense Key Chain : Use code: breakthesilence for 10% off. Truthfinder : https://tracking.truthfinder.com/?a=1613&oc=27&c=404&s1= Bubs Natural  https://www.bubsnaturals.com/BTSADV26  Volunteer Application https://forms.gle/JB2aiGoJCWs7tEZS6 Survivor Sister Retreat: https://forms.gle/nmTGKD2m6Kbtqv1r7 Run4Her  Registration: https://www.run4herchallenge.com/ Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/259793866705057 Donate or Create a Fundraiser: https://givebutter.com/2026-run4her-54viui Facebook Fundraiser Challenge: https://www.facebook.com/fundraiser/with_presence/create_dialog/?challenge_id=989406547132675&default_beneficiary_id=613793674271754&default_beneficiary_type=charity&prefill_type=fundraiser_for_challenge Scholarship Fund: https://gofund.me/55e527c24 Store: https://www.run4herchallenge.com/sh Marie Foundation  https://beehivfoundation.org/about/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  5. May 4

    The Abuse Didn't End When I left- It Just Put on a Suit and Tie

    🎙️ New Episode of Through the Eyes of Survivors “The Abuse Didn’t End When I Left—It Just Put on a Suit and Tie” We often tell survivors, “Just leave.” And while leaving can be a critical step toward safety, it is not always the end of the abuse. For many survivors, it is the beginning of a different battle—one fought in courtrooms, through custody disputes, legal filings, financial strain, and systems that are meant to protect them. In this powerful episode, Tara sits down with survivor and single mother Melissa Issa to discuss the often-overlooked reality of post-separation abuse. Melissa shares her deeply personal journey of navigating litigation abuse, courtroom trauma, parenting under pressure, and the emotional toll of ongoing control after leaving an abusive relationship. This conversation shines a light on the ways abuse can evolve after separation—becoming quieter, more calculated, and often more invisible. It is an important reminder that leaving is not always the end of the story. Join us for this honest and eye-opening discussion about resilience, survival, and the urgent need for trauma-informed systems that truly protect survivors. 🎧 Listen now and help us amplify survivor voices. 💜 Share this episode with someone who needs to hear it. #ThroughTheEyesOfSurvivors #DomesticViolenceAwareness #PostSeparationAbuse #LitigationAbuse #SurvivorVoices #BreakTheSilenceAgainstDV #HealingAfterAbuse #CustodyAbuse #TraumaInformedCare #SurvivorStrong 📞 Need Support? If you or someone you know has been impacted by domestic violence, our Support Line is available to provide resources and guidance.  ➡ BTSADV Support Line: 1-855-BTS-1777 Non- Crisis 9am-9pm CST 💜 Want to Support Our Mission?  Your donations help us continue providing resources, support, and advocacy for survivors and families affected by domestic violence. Every contribution makes a difference!  ➡ Donate Here: https://breakthesilencedv.org/donate/ https://givebutter.com/LaSFFR https://www.patreon.com/c/BTSADV Affiliate Links :  Opus Clips : https://www.opus.pro/?via=BTSADV25 Self Defense Key Chain : Use code: breakthesilence for 10% off. Truthfinder : https://tracking.truthfinder.com/?a=1613&oc=27&c=404&s1= Partnership Application:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc_17m9jO_0QZOZlJfiHnAsHn7ksgHih_nBtO-N3ux5K6TX3Q/viewform?usp=header Current Events Links:  #Run4Her Scholarship https://forms.gle/M4eATZgDV9ZSgn1b7 Volunteer Application https://forms.gle/JB2aiGoJCWs7tEZS6 Survivor Sister Retreat: https://forms.gle/nmTGKD2m6Kbtqv1r7 Podcast Guest Applications https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc2tD659yUwq2FZBrAdOk6jP5FPcWGZER9_dcfoI6FGlx0cg/viewform?usp=header Narcissistic Book https://whop.com/checkout/plan_yBSzjY2mMYFyA?a=btsadv Instagram : http://instagram.com/btsadv Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/btsadv/mycompany/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BTSADV TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@btsadv7?_t=8mNQsrWxGeo&_r=1 Ambassador Program https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdn3J0C6UkT-VmULkskafj5jODeng14alO4WNZoDW5JJx24wA/viewform?usp=header Social Media Handles  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/btsadv Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  6. Mar 9

    You escaped but not free

    Leaving an abusive relationship is often seen as the end of the struggle—but for many survivors, the real challenge begins afterward. In this episode of Through the Eyes emotionally, legally, and through children — and discuss the emotional, mental, and physical toll this lingering abuse can take. If you or someone you know has left an abusive relationship, this episode offers insight, validation, and strategies to reclaim safety and peace — even when it feels like the abuser hasn’t let go. Opus Clips : https://www.opus.pro/?via=BTSADV25of Survivors, we’re joined by Mae Scott, a survivor and advocate, to explore the hidden realities of post-separation abuse. Mae shares her journey of leaving, only to realize that freedom doesn’t always mean safety. Together, we dive into the ways abusers continue to exert control — Self Defense Key Chain : Use code: breakthesilence for 10% off. Truthfinder : https://tracking.truthfinder.com/?a=1613&oc=27&c=404&s1= https://docs.google.com/forms/u/0/d/e/1FAIpQLSfWv28ryvn0Ol4yJvIp-tIhdDYZbSMIpgLvLOfowYkEw2O7Cw/viewform?usp=sf_link&pli=1&authuser=0 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  7. Feb 9

    The Survival Skills You Learn From Abuse (That No One Talks About)

    What if the very things that helped you survive childhood trauma could also help you heal—and thrive? In this powerful episode of Through the Eyes of Survivors, host Tara Woodlee, President & CEO of Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence, is joined by guest Shannon Brown for an honest and deeply reflective conversation about childhood trauma, survival mode, and the tools survivors carry into adulthood. Together, they explore how experiences of early trauma shape our nervous systems, behaviors, and coping mechanisms—and how skills like hyper-vigilance, adaptability, emotional awareness, and resilience, once necessary for survival, can be intentionally reframed and used to support healing and growth. This episode doesn’t minimize the pain of trauma or glorify survival—it honors it. It’s about recognizing how we adapted, understanding why those tools exist, and learning how to move from surviving to living with purpose and choice. A must-listen for survivors who are unpacking their past, reclaiming their strength, and learning to say: we were never broken—we adapted. Affliates:  Opus Clips : https://www.opus.pro/?via=BTSADV25 Self Defense Key Chain : Use code: breakthesilence for 10% off. Truthfinder : https://tracking.truthfinder.com/?a=1613&oc=27&c=404&s1= Apply to Volunteer : :https://docs.google.com/forms/u/0/d/e/1FAIpQLSfWv28ryvn0Ol4yJvIp-tIhdDYZbSMIpgLvLOfowYkEw2O7Cw/viewform?usp=sf_link&pli=1&authuser=0 Donate today : https://www.btsadv.org/donate  Shannon Book Because of Jane  https://www.amazon.com/Because-Jane-Shannon-Brown/dp/B0G58J9D5C Shannon Social Media Links  Linktree : https://linktr.ee/shannonbrownauthor Website : https://shannonbrownauthor.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonbrownauthor?igsh=ZzJjbXBwdW5rZnV3 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/17mt9eFgm2/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shannon.brown.aut?_r=1&_t=ZP-93cSPWBtDZu Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  8. Jan 12

    Abuse Has No Stereotype: Why Domestic Violence Doesn’t Discriminate

    n this powerful episode of Through the Eyes of Survivors, we are joined by Fenella Jefferson—a Kiwi living in Australia, a commercial pilot, a scientist, and a survivor of three domestic violence situations. Fenella brings a deeply personal and eye-opening perspective that challenges the harmful myth that domestic violence only affects certain “types” of people. Through her story, we explore how abuse can occur across backgrounds, careers, and levels of education, and why strength, intelligence, and success do not make someone immune. Fenella shares insight into the subtle dynamics of control and manipulation, the silence often shaped by shame and judgment, and what it truly means to reclaim your life after abuse. This episode is a conversation about resilience, courage, and breaking stereotypes—offering validation to survivors who may feel unseen and education for those seeking to better understand the realities of domestic violence. Opus Clips : https://www.opus.pro/?via=BTSADV25 Self Defense Key Chain : Use code: breakthesilence for 10% off. Truthfinder : https://tracking.truthfinder.com/?a=1613&oc=27&c=404&s1= Donate today"  https://breakthesilencedv.org/donate/ https://givebutter.com/LaSFFR https://www.patreon.com/c/BTSADV Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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"Through the Eyes of Survivors" is a podcast created by Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence, dedicated to amplifying the voices and stories of survivors of domestic violence. The podcast provides a platform for survivors to share their personal journeys, struggles, and triumphs, aiming to raise awareness about the issue and empower others who may be facing similar challenges. Each episode features firsthand accounts from survivors, offering insights into their experiences and shedding light on the complex issues surrounding domestic violence. Through storytelling and advocacy, the podcast strives to foster empathy, support, and understanding in the community, while encouraging dialogue and action to combat domestic violence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Break The Silence Against Domestic Violence Through The Eyes of Survivors
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    31
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    Explicit
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