Hidden Scars, Financial Courage: Amanda Thompson on Domestic Violence, Survival & Starting Again

What happens when survival becomes your default — until your body says “no more”?In this powerful episode of Suddenly Different, financial advisor and Ironman triathlete Amanda Thompson shares her harrowing and inspiring journey through domestic violence, financial trauma, and rebuilding from rock bottom.After collapsing during a morning run and waking up in a cardiac ward, Amanda discovered she had blood clots from a violent attack a year earlier — hidden scars her body could no longer carry in silence. What followed was a full-body reckoning: with trauma, with denial, and with a lifetime of endurance pushed to its limit.Amanda speaks with fierce clarity and compassion about:The different faces of domestic abuse — including coercive control and financial restrictionThe guilt, shame, and silence that keep women trappedWhy money is never just money — and how to reclaim your financial voiceHow to begin again — with courage, planning, and supportThis is a raw, wise, and deeply human conversation about turning survival into sovereignty.Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of domestic violence, trauma, and psychological abuse. Please listen with care.🎧 Guest: Amanda Thompson💼 Founder, Endurance Financial📘 Author: Financially Fit Women🌐 Website: www.endurancefinancial.com.au🔗 LinkedIn: Amanda Thompson📩 Speaking enquiries: [email protected]’s “suddenly different” moment and life-threatening collapseFinancial abuse and how it’s often disguised as “care”The impact of coercive control, gaslighting, and identity erosionWhat it means to become your own CFO: Confident, Focused, On top of your FinancesThe link between physical endurance and emotional resilienceWhy we need to teach our daughters — and sons — differentlyHow Amanda helps women step into financial autonomy without shameFrom silence to storytelling: the power of owning your truthIf you or someone you know needs support:1800RESPECT – 1800 737 732Lifeline – 13 11 14Financial Counselling Australia – 1800 007 007Women’s Legal Services – [Check your state directory]Share it with someone who might need itLeave a review or rating on your favourite podcast appConnect with us at leigh-annesharland.com or follow Suddenly Different on Instagram📌 Spotify Show Notes🔥 Topics We Cover:📞 Support Services (Australia)🗣️ If this episode speaks to you: