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Aug 1, 2025 49 min

No Excuse for Abuse

from The Vital Women Podcast Hosted by Conor Michael Walsh

In this week's episode of Vital Women of Washington Heights, Iris and Ivette dive deep into the sensitive but crucial topic of abuse. They discuss the different forms of abuse, how to recognize them, and share practical advice on how to navigate abusive situations. The hosts highlight the powerful survivor story of US gymnast Aly Raisman ✨, shedding light on the importance of speaking out and seeking support. Iris and Ivette also talk about the significance of setting healthy boundaries , protecting your peace ️, and equipping your children with the tools to understand and prevent abuse. In addition, they express their gratitude towards the podcast's sponsor, Andrew O'Grady from Mental Health America Dutchess County , for their incredible work supporting the community. Tune in for this important conversation—because there is no excuse for abuse , and your safety and well-being matter. #NoExcuseForAbuse #ProtectYourPeace #SetBoundaries #SurvivorStories #MentalHealthMatters #SupportAndHealing #PodcastCommunity #HealthyBoundaries #EndAbuse Chapters (00:00:00) - Vital Women of Washington Height (00:01:17) - No Excuse for Abuse (00:10:59) - What Is Domestic Violence? (00:17:46) - Domestic Violence affects anyone (00:23:43) - Forgiveness is very important for yourself (00:27:07) - How to Prepare a Woman for Abuse (00:32:43) - Teachers on Violence in the School (00:38:08) - Fearfully and wonderfully Made (00:44:12) - Dutchess County Dominicans talk to women (00:47:24) - A Taste of This: Our Third Episode (00:47:55) - Synchronicity in Menopause

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  1. 0:00 Vital Women of Washington Height
  2. 1:17 No Excuse for Abuse
  3. 10:59 What Is Domestic Violence?
  4. 17:46 Domestic Violence affects anyone
  5. 23:43 Forgiveness is very important for yourself
  6. 27:07 How to Prepare a Woman for Abuse
  7. 32:43 Teachers on Violence in the School
  8. 38:08 Fearfully and wonderfully Made
  9. 44:12 Dutchess County Dominicans talk to women
  10. 47:24 A Taste of This: Our Third Episode
  11. 47:55 Synchronicity in Menopause

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