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#147 How Self-Love Helped Me Leave a Toxic Relationship | Dee May’s Empowering Story

In this empowering episode of the Healing Through Love Podcast, we welcome Dee May, a survivor of emotional, verbal, and physical abuse, who found the strength to break free through the power of self-love. Dee shares her harrowing journey—from enduring a 20-year toxic marriage to escaping two subsequent physically abusive relationships. She opens up about the emotional struggles that keep survivors trapped, including the heartbreaking reality that it takes an average of seven attempts to leav...
Broadcast on:
15 Feb 2025

In this empowering episode of the Healing Through Love Podcast, we welcome Dee May, a survivor of emotional, verbal, and physical abuse, who found the strength to break free through the power of self-love.

Dee shares her harrowing journey—from enduring a 20-year toxic marriage to escaping two subsequent physically abusive relationships. She opens up about the emotional struggles that keep survivors trapped, including the heartbreaking reality that it takes an average of seven attempts to leave an abuser for good.

A pivotal moment in Dee’s journey was the realization that self-love isn’t selfish—it’s survival. By changing her paradigm and embracing unshakable self-worth, she finally gained the confidence to leave for good and create space for healthy, fulfilling relationships.

Dee also discusses the painful loss of friendships and family support that often accompanies staying in an abusive relationship. She shares how finding inner strength and healing allowed her to rebuild connections with herself and others in a meaningful way.

Listeners will gain practical insights and inspiration from Dee’s experience, learning how to:
✔️ Cultivate self-love to break free from toxic cycles.
✔️ Overcome emotional obstacles that keep survivors stuck in abusive relationships.
✔️ Create space for healthy, loving connections built on mutual respect.

Dee’s story is a powerful testament to resilience and proof that transformation is possible when we choose to love ourselves first.

Key Points from the Interview:

1.     Self-Love as a Tool for Freedom: How valuing yourself gives you the strength to leave for good. 

2.     The Emotional Challenges of Leaving: Understanding why survivors often leave and return multiple times. 

3.     Creating Healthy Relationships After Abuse: How self-worth opens the door to true, lasting love.

Listen Now: Dee May’s journey will inspire, empower, and equip you with the courage to choose yourself, leave toxic relationships, and embrace a future filled with love and healing. 💜✨

Connect with Dee:

Website: https://eternalsoulevolution.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dee-may-0330a71b5/

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Healing Through Love is a social enterprise dedicated to raising awareness about domestic and family violence in the community. Co-founded by Rose Davidson and Sharlene Lynch, it aims to support survivors by hosting pamper day events that provide a safe space for healing, empowerment, and connection. The organisation also hosts the Healing Through Love Podcast, which shares inspiring stories, insights, and resources to help survivors rebuild their lives. Through compassion and community, Healing Through Love strives to create a world where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported.

In this empowering episode of the Healing Through Love Podcast, we welcome Dee May, a survivor of emotional, verbal, and physical abuse, who found the strength to break free through the power of self-love. Dee shares her harrowing journey—from enduring a 20-year toxic marriage to escaping two subsequent physically abusive relationships. She opens up about the emotional struggles that keep survivors trapped, including the heartbreaking reality that it takes an average of seven attempts to leav...