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When I was a victim of domestic violence, financial dominance was one of the toughest weapons my abuser had.

At first, it seemed like a dream—he suggested I quit working to help him with his start-up. I fell for the idea like a knight in shining armor. Slowly but surely, I relinquished control over our finances. Before long, I became a captive in my own home.

What is Domestic Financial Abuse?

We hear a lot about physical and emotional abuse, but financial abuse is a dark, sneaky creature wreaking havoc in countless homes.

• It happens in a vacuum, often starting subtly—little by […]
  

I can’t tell you how many times I’ve been asked why I stayed with my abuser. Everyone else had the simple answer: Just leave.

“Why didn’t you just leave?”

Well, duh. Of course, I thought about that—every time things got heated. But when the abuse turned physical, everything changed. I felt compelled to stay.

Ever heard of Stockholm Syndrome? It’s the term used to describe the bond kidnapping victims develop with their captors. You might be thinking, That’s interesting, but I’m never going to be kidnapped.

Well, guess what? A similar psychological response can happen in domestic violence situations. That’s what we’re diving into in […]

You know, life should be filled with love, warmth, and all the good stuff—but for some, relationships become a trap, a place of fear instead of safety. I know this because I’ve been there. I survived it. And now, I want to share my story in the hopes that it helps someone else find their way out. Leaving an abusive relationship takes courage—so much courage—but it is possible. And if you’re in that place right now, I need you to know: you are not alone.

At first, my partner seemed like a dream come true. He was charming, affectionate—I was sure […]