After 2 years of hosting The Deep and holding space for others, I'm ready to share with you one of the traumas that I lived through. When I was younger, I became a victim of domestic violence. I was manipulated, isolated, physically and sexually abused until I didn't know who I was anymore. But I got out. Somehow. And this is my story.Sean Szeps holds this conversation. Someone I trust and tell all my secrets to.Please note. During this chat I may sound guarded or at times unemotional. I know that this is still a trauma response. Because of legal reasons I can't reveal the identity of my abuser so some things need to stay private. It makes this a difficult conversation because I can't share everything that I want to. What I am doing is sharing the full extent of this abusive relationship for the first time ever.Content warning; This episode discusses domestic abuse, physical and sexual abuse, and suicide. Support resources are listed below...
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episode 1: The Terminal Parent
What would you do if you found out your life partner was doing meth, what if the lies didn't stop? What if after all that trauma and becoming a solo parent you get a terminal cancer diagnosis? No family around to help. No options. What would you do?
Kate is heroic, some may even say a little mad, because Kate thinks she can beat this death sentence and she even put a timeline on it. 365 days. Is this possible?What does it entail?
This is a conversation that covers trauma, how to deal with betrayal, fighting disease and the power of a mothers love.
Disclaimer: this podcast is intended for entertainment purposes and to share Kate's story, not to be taken as medical advice. For medical advice consult your doctor.
Find Kate: @its_not_kates_timeIf you want to support Kate head to @maisonandmaison and purchase a lovely item. This is how she raises money rather than a gofundme page.
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- Joanne Helder - Audio Producer
- Caleb Jacobs - Sound and Music
- AJ Davis - Comms Manager
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