When you recognise the red flags, you can break the cycle before it starts.

Hellllllllllooooo! Welcome back for Episode 3. I'm super excited for this one - I took a little longer to re-jig a few things and go back to the drawing board on others. I'm hoping this episode feels more cohesive (and less full of ums and likes lmao).

This episode takes a look at Social Isolation, Coercive Control, and Modern Slavery in the context of modern relationships. The real meat of the ep begins at 19:20 (with a yap session beforehand).

I'm undetermined on the topic for Episode 4 but I'm leaning towards doing something fun since the last few have been a bit heavier.

- Audrey xx

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When you recognise the red flags, you can break the cycle before it starts.

Love-bombing. *kaboom*

Like gaslighting, this is probably a common turn of phrase you've heard before... but what does love-bombing actually look like in the context of a relationship? In today's episode, we learn where love-bombing started, how to identify the signs of being love-bombed, and what to look for in a prospective partner.

I also tell the background story of my most insane abusive relationship... and how it began in a vacuum store (plus, part one of a totally f*cked submitted story!)

Next episode is on the topic of Social Isolation and how love-bombing ties in, so if you have any stories you want to share, please feel free to do so in the links below. 💖

- Audrey xx

📝 I'd love your feedback! Please let me know your thoughts by filling out this quick survey: https://forms.gle/h2nWMkSxoxRUYZYE8

💬 Share your story here: If you are interested in submitting your own red flag story, you can send me a voice note here: rbrthepodcast@gmail.com or you can submit a written story here: https://forms.gle/eHrxjNtAwkmNVMKc7

📢 You can follow & support the podcast here: 📲 https://linktr.ee/rbrthepodcast

⚠️ Need Support? If this episode brings up anything for you, support is available: 💜 1800RESPECT – 1800 737 732 | www.1800respect.org.au (National domestic, family, and sexual violence support) 💜 Lifeline – 13 11 14 | www.lifeline.org.au (24/7 crisis support) 💜 NSW Domestic Violence Line – 1800 65 64 63 💜 Safe Steps (VIC) – 1800 015 188 | www.safesteps.org.au (24/7 family violence response) 💜 DV Connect (QLD) – 1800 811 811 | www.dvconnect.org 💜 Sexual Assault Crisis Line (VIC) – 1800 806 292 💜 Men's Referral Service – 1300 766 491 (For men seeking help with violent behaviours) 💜 Kids Helpline – 1800 55 1800 | www.kidshelpline.com.au (For anyone under 25) 💜 Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636 | www.beyondblue.org.au (Mental health support)

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When you recognise the red flags, you can break the cycle before it starts.

We’ve all heard the term gaslighting, but where does it actually come from? In the first episode of the pod, I dive into the origins of one of the most manipulative tactics in relationships, its impact on women today, and a great story from a Queen who's survived it. I also give a short intro about who I am, what I want/plans for the pod, and some stories from my first abusive relationship.

(I'm so sorry if the audio is a little fuck-eyed by the way! This is my first time trying to make a podcast but I'm so sure it will be much better and clearer in time. I'm hopeful I'll be able to buy a better microphone ASAP. Thank you so much for listening!!) - Audrey xx

📝 I'd love your feedback! Please let me know your thoughts by filling out this quick survey: https://forms.gle/h2nWMkSxoxRUYZYE8

💬 Share your story here: If you are interested in submitting your own red flag story, you can send me a voice note here: rbrthepodcast@gmail.com or you can submit a written story here: https://forms.gle/eHrxjNtAwkmNVMKc7

📢 You can follow & support the podcast here: 📲 https://linktr.ee/rbrthepodcast

⚠️ Need Support? If this episode brings up anything for you, support is available: 💜 1800RESPECT – 1800 737 732 | www.1800respect.org.au (National domestic, family, and sexual violence support) 💜 Lifeline – 13 11 14 | www.lifeline.org.au (24/7 crisis support) 💜 NSW Domestic Violence Line – 1800 65 64 63 💜 Safe Steps (VIC) – 1800 015 188 | www.safesteps.org.au (24/7 family violence response) 💜 DV Connect (QLD) – 1800 811 811 | www.dvconnect.org 💜 Sexual Assault Crisis Line (VIC) – 1800 806 292 💜 Men's Referral Service – 1300 766 491 (For men seeking help with violent behaviours) 💜 Kids Helpline – 1800 55 1800 | www.kidshelpline.com.au (For anyone under 25) 💜 Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636 | www.beyondblue.org.au (Mental health support)

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