Ever wondered if what you’re experiencing is love or control? Therapist and dv survivor Kate opens up about the subtle, often hidden warning signs of an abusive relationship—signs that many overlook until it's too late. Kate’s journey from isolation and emotional manipulation to healing and self-discovery sheds light on the complicated emotions, the shame, and the silence that keep so many trapped.In this conversation, Kate breaks down the layers of abuse, from the impact of childhood experiences to how past relationships shape vulnerability. She shares insights into the abuser’s behavior, helping listeners understand the dynamics behind control and manipulation. For those questioning their own relationships or struggling with their past, Kate offers hope and a path forward, focusing on rebuilding self-worth, finding one’s voice, and choosing a healthier future.Rediscovering yourself after leaving an abusive relationship isn’t easy, but it’s possible. Join Kate as she reflects on her own healing, the strength it took to find love again, and the importance of knowing who you are after the chaos. For anyone caught between doubt and survival, this conversation is a reminder that you’re not alone, and that true healing begins with recognizing your own worth.👉🏽 Discover an interactive app where your story becomes a game & you explore who or what activates your nervous system, while learning exactly what to do about it. 📱Psychology App for Stress Regulation & Healing❗No more gatekeeping healing behind expensive costs, ‘experts’, workbooks, or coping skills that don't work or last. PS - You can’t ‘think’ your way to healing when your nervous system is running the show!📌If you experience any of the following, your nervous system needs healing - and its NOT your Fault!✔ Fight: You’re Reactive, Become Defensive, & Get Misunderstood✔Flight: You Overthink, Stay Busy & Can’t Rest Even When You’re Exhausted✔ Freeze: You Shut-Down, Can’t Make Decisions, Go Numb or Feel Stuck✔ Fawn: You People-Please, Burn-Out, Avoid Conflict, & Lose YourselfZaiyari Wellness was created as a gamified healing journey that helps you reconnect with your body’s natural rhythms and build authentic connection. 🎯 Take the Stress Response Quiz & get a free guide on how this stress response changes the way you think, handle conflict, experience emotions, and connect with others. LINK 👋🏽 I’m Joselyn Zambrana, LCSW, an Afro-Latina EMDR & Somatic Healing Therapist with PTSD. I combined psychology, neuroscience, and lived experience to build a gamified journey for healing.00:00 Introductions01:31 Passion for Advocacy04:38 Recognizing the Signs of DV09:43 Subtle Warning Signs in Relationships13:40 Impact of Childhood and Past Relationships21:46 Verbal Manipulation and Emotional Abuse25:33 Embarrassment and Shame36:23 Healing and Rebuilding After Leaving39:38 Rediscovering Self and Self-Exploration45:17 Learning Who You Are After the Chaos