Stolen but not Lost: How Lizbeth Meredith Escaped her Abuser and Saved her Children

Imagine the heartbreak of having your children kidnapped and taken overseas by an abusive ex-partner—and not knowing if you’ll ever see them again.In this powerful episode, Kerrie Atherton speaks with Lizbeth Meredith, whose two young daughters were abducted and taken to Greece in an act of calculated violence and control. For two agonising years, Lizbeth fought tirelessly to bring them home, navigating broken systems, international borders, and unimaginable emotional pain.But this is not just a story of loss—it’s a story of hope. Lizbeth shares how she rebuilt her life, how she found healing, and how the same strength that carried her through the darkest times has now become a beacon for others. With raw honesty and quiet courage, she reflects on forgiveness, resilience, and the unexpected beauty that can grow from devastation.Watch the film inspired by Lizbeth’s Story:“Stolen by their Father” (2022)***Thank you for listening to Stories of HOPE: Inspiring Humans with Kerrie Atherton.Kerrie Atherton is an Inspiring Speaker, Professional Counsellor and Mental Health Coach. To find out more about "Stories of Hope: Worldwide", head to https://storiesofhope.com.au/.Purchase books in the "Stories of Hope" series, written by Kerrie: https://storiesofhope.com.au/product/stories-of-hope-australia-books/.With thanks to:Music: "Pilgrims" by Daniel Pratt (artlist.io)Editing & Production: Matthew Bliss ([email protected])Mentioned in this episode:Kerrie Atherton Offers Counselling Sessions to Support YouIf the topics discussed in this episode resonate with you and you'd like to talk to someone, Kerrie Atherton is available for counselling sessions. Click the link to book a session with Kerrie today.Book a Session with Kerrie TodayAdvertise with Stories of Hope PodcastHere at Stories of Hope, Kerrie Atherton's mission is to give people a platform to share their stories of hope with the world and we also want to provide the same chance to businesses that are passionate about mental health and want to support the podcast. If you'd like to partner with Stories of Hope and advertise your services on this podcast, send a message to [email protected] with your details.