Ep 23: Grieving Abuse is Valid

In this episode of the Been There Done That podcast, host Angela Dunn-Cartledge interviews Marysol James, a romance writer who shares her journey from a small-town Canadian girl to a successful author living in England. Marysol discusses her early aspirations to write, her battle with cancer, and how she unexpectedly found her niche in romance writing. She also opens up about her experience in an abusive relationship, the red flags she missed, and her eventual escape, highlighting themes of resilience, hope, and self-discovery throughout her journey. Marysol delves into the complexities of abusive relationships, focusing on the importance of recognizing manipulation, planning an escape, and the psychological impact of such experiences. They discuss the subtle signs of abuse, the facade that abusers maintain in public, and the necessity of support systems for those affected.