Ep 44: Nikkel's Personal Story: Finding women on social media that helped her recognize the abuse and kept her going

The Real Ex's special guest, Nikkel, whom Amy met on social media, talks about her story of leaving her abusive partner of 20 years. She had known him since she was 12, started dating at 17, and married him for 16 years! Nikkel shares her journey and wants to help others with the lessons and courage she found by meeting other women on social media. This is a 2 part series, stay tuned for Part 2 episode 45. Facts about domestic abuse: 1/4 of women and 1/7 of men in the US will experience domestic violence in their lifetime. (respondinc.org) It takes an average of 7 attempts for a survivor to leave their abuser. (respondinc.org) Each day in the US, three women are killed by current or former intimate partners (Bureau of Justice Statistics) Need help? National Domestic Violence Hotline: www.thehotline.org Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) Text "START" 88788 As always, keep an eye on our social media channels and website for updates. And if you have any topics you'd love us to cover or questions you'd like us to answer in future episodes, please feel free to reach out! ([email protected])  Subscribe to our podcasts, follow our latest on Instagram  and Facebook and don’t forget to join our new FaceBook Group “ Social Club PDX”. NEW! Subscribe to The Real Ex’s Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therealexs/subscribe $1.99 per month! -No Ads on all podcasts -Bonus unedited podcast videos -Subscription-only juicy podcasts -Bloopers Coming soon…The Real Ex’s AfterHours, Special Guests, and more! Follow us and let us know what you think about our podcasts: www.instagram.com/therealexsportland  https://www.facebook.com/theRealExs Email your stories or comments to:  [email protected] Share our podcast to your friends: (copy and send) “Hey Fabulous BFF!  I found this podcast you will love! Check it out -“The Real Ex’s of Portland” on: Spotify, Apple, iHeart Radio, Amazon Podcast, Audible” Follow us and let us know what you think about our podcasts: www.instagram.com/therealexsportland  https://www.facebook.com/theRealExs Email your stories or comments to:  [email protected] The Real Ex's of Portland Podcast Spotify | Apple | iHeart Radio | Amazon Podcast | Audible | Anchor.fm We would love your support as a new business!  Find us on Venmo @TheRealExs   So grab your wine because it’s “WINE WEDNESDAY”! Cheers, Heather, Sofie & Amy The Real Ex’s DISCLAIMER The Real Ex’s of Portland Podcast and content posted by Heather, Sofie and Amy are presented solely for general informational, educational and entertainment purposes. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk.  It is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist or other qualified professionals, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical or mental health condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professional for such conditions.