Why Don’t You Leave an Abusive Relationship? #abusiverelationships | Leslie Morgan Steiner, Author/Advocate | Ep.138-Doing it Right!

At 22, Leslie Morgan Steiner seemed to have it all: good looks, a Harvard diploma, a glamorous job in New York City. Plus, a handsome, funny boyfriend who adored her. But behind her façade of success, this golden girl hid a dark secret. She'd made a mistake shared by millions: she fell in love with the wrong person.In the beginning, Leslie and Conor seemed perfect together. Then came the abusive relationship she tried to ignore. He pushed her down the stairs, choked her during an argument, and threatened her with a gun. Several times, he came close to making good on his threat to kill her. With each attack, Leslie lost another piece of herself. Why didn't she leave? She stayed because she loved him.This gripping and utterly compelling episode takes you inside the violent, devastating world of abusive love. You’ll feel the power and powerlessness of abuse that can take place anywhere and toanyone.Listen to how Leslie answers my unhindered questions!Starting on Monday, 12:30PM Central.TPOV’S:-Break the silence. Tell everyone about your abusive relationship-Seek help.-People are there for you – even strangers.-Women do better when we put ourselves first.-Abuse happens in every community-it can happen to you-Be audacious-Invest in yourself-your education, career, and financial independence.-If you want to be happy, no one can stop youTo receive Valerie's Voice free monthly Leadership Tips and to learn more about her leadership programs and coaching, Visit her website: https://valerieandcompany.com/To receive Valerie's Voice free monthly Leadership Tips and to learn more about her leadership programs and coaching, Visit her website: https://valerieandcompany.com/Listen and watch Doing it Right the Stories that Make Us: https://bit.ly/2E483HxSubscribe, rate, and write a review on Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/2SHDDmoSubscribe on Google Podcast: https://bit.ly/2I8i6znLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerieso...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValerieAndCo...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_valeriesok...Building cultures through authentic leadership Your presence –– your communication — your brand#DoingitRight #podcast #ValerieSokolosky #ValerieandCompany #domesticviolence #abusiverelationships #victim #abusedwomen #crazylove #abusiveboyfriend #emotionalabuse #doingitrightpodcast #womenleadership #LeslieBooks