#83 Sheree Schonian: The Lie of the Hopeless Romantic | 16 Years of Silent Abuse

In this raw and unforgettable episode, our guest Sheree Schonian shares her journey from observing domestic violence (DV) as a child, to finding herself trapped in a 16-year abusive relationship. She reveals the shocking truth about how emotional manipulation and a desperate need for love nearly cost her everything, and how she finally found the strength to declare: "It stops with me." Sheree Schonian's story is a powerful exploration of how childhood trauma can condition a person to accept the unacceptable. She delves into the psychological toll of being hyper-vigilant, the heartbreaking moment her young child was forced to confront the reality of abuse, and the final, violent escape that led her to rebuild her life with a white picket fence and a commitment to helping others. .................................. Disclaimer: The content presented in this Podcast may contain discussions of sensitive topics including but not limited to drug and alcohol abuse, mental health challenges, domestic violence, trauma, and other distressing experiences. These stories are shared with permission and aim to promote understanding, awareness, and respectful conversation. QLD International Women's Day - Parliamentary Breakfast Event https://www.eventbrite.com/e/qld-international-womens-day-parliamentary-breakfast-event-tickets-1458991194939?aff=oddtdtcreator WA International Women's Day 2026 - Leaders Breakfast Event https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wa-international-womens-day-2026-leaders-breakfast-event-tickets-1603592300739?aff=oddtdtcreator To know more, Follow Dev Singh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dev_singh_aus/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dev.singh.official Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dev-singh-aus-976923183/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DevSinghAus Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0VTaolqK4PAL1t1rLUoHnE Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dev-singh/id1812396601 Tap the Link. If you like what Dev is wearing, book an appointment with yourself. https://lnkd.in/gAY743-C