Episode 17: SODA - What it means to be a Survivor of domestic abuse

In this episode..I talk with Samantha Billingham about domestic abuse  How it is so easy to get sucked in by someone who is a serial abuser and knows exactly how to manipulate.  Its a tale of ignorant employers and a system that makes it really hard to escape what is happening behind closed doors.   Sam shares how she didn't even realise she was a victim of domestic abuse until she complete a questionnaire.  This is an important listen for people of all ages, genders and races - abuse can happen to anyone, but NO-ONE is talking openly enough about this stuff as there is still the idea that the victim 'must have done something' to deserve it... Sam busts that idea and many more.  She also talks about how you can get help and her amazing work taking SODA workshops into companies to start helping them be more aware of the signs and offer help and support.  Check out the links below for details and to connect with Sam Website www.sodahq.uk  Open page https://www.facebook.com/SODA-domestic-abuse-awareness-page-2061529664139505/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samantha-billingham-5943491a3/ ALCOHOL AND FOOD - are often used to help the abused cope with the anxiety of getting through each day, sometimes victims will overeat to feel 'safe' or undereat in an attempt to 'disappear'  Alcohol can often appear as a catalyst in the abuser and the abused may feel they need it to numb out, or make the pain go away.  If either or both of the above are resonating with you, please do reach out to myself or to Sam.  You can connect with me here:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vickymidwood/ Website: https://vickymidwood.com/ Email: [email protected]