EP#046 - Could you leave Your Children Behind? – Jan’s StoryEP#046 - Could you leave Your Children Behind? – Jan’s Story
Breakup Recovery Podcast
After fifteen years of physical and mental abuse Jan made the heart breaking decision to leave the family home without her children. The abuse and intimidation continued even after she left; he stalked her, slashed her tyres & made continual death threats
20:42•14 Sept 2016
Jan's Journey: From Domestic Abuse to Finding Strength and Love Again
“Perhaps my legacy is that I don't believe people should whinge and carry on when things go wrong. I believe you have to deal with the situation as they come up and then move on.”
Could you imagine leaving your children behind to escape a life of abuse? Jan did just that after enduring 15 years of physical and mental torment. In this gripping episode of the 'Breakup Recovery Podcast', Jan recounts her heart-wrenching decision to leave her family home without her kids. Even after she left, her abuser continued to stalk her, slash her tires, and make death threats. Despite these terrifying experiences, Jan refused to be a victim.
She rebuilt her self-esteem, launched a new career, and slowly mended her relationships with her children. But just when things seemed to be looking up, tragedy struck again as she lost her daughter. Jan's story is a powerful testament to human resilience. She not only survived but also thrived, eventually finding love once more. Host Barbara Stevens guides listeners through Jan's emotional journey, offering insights and strategies for anyone grappling with the aftermath of a breakup or separation.
This episode is more than just a tale of survival; it's an inspiring narrative of rebuilding life against all odds.
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