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This episode is about hand-me-downs and the importance of family. I speak about how my older cousins would pass down clothing to me and how special that was for me. We also recognize the blessings we have today. Not the amount of clothing I had, but the love and wisdom that was bestowed upon me in my life.

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Hello everyone! In this episode, we discussed interpartner violence and child abuse prevention. WARNING. We may touch on some sensitive subjects, but this is all for growth and progress.

Thank you for listening, sharing, and engaging.

Ashanti Allen

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Recognizing intimate partner violence (IPV) involves identifying patterns of power and control, not just physical injury. Key signs include extreme jealousy, isolation from friends/family, controlling behavior (checking phones, controlling finances), verbal abuse, and intimidation. Threats to harm children, pets, or the self, alongside sudden personality changes in the victim, are urgent warning signs.

Common Warning Signs of IPV:

• Emotional & Psychological Abuse: Persistent put-downs, humiliation, insults, gaslighting, and intense possessiveness.
• Isolation and Control: The partner controls who the victim talks to, what they wear, where they go, or uses financial restriction to create dependency.
• Physical Warning Signs: Unexplained bruises, injuries, or wearing inappropriate clothing to cover them. This can include grabbing, slapping, or throwing objects.
• Coercion and Threats: Using threats to harm children, pets, or commit suicide to prevent the partner from leaving.
• Sexual Abuse: Sexual violence, forcing sex, or coercing the partner into unwanted sexual activities.
• Digital Surveillance: Violating privacy by checking phones, emails, or using technology to stalk.

Contextual Clues and Red Flags:

• Rapid Progression: The relationship intensifies and progresses quickly.
• Public Dynamics: A partner who controls another using only their eyes or behaves as if they own them.
• Social Withdrawal: The victim becomes isolated from friends and coworkers.
• Workplace Clues: Increased absenteeism, high emotional distress, or receiving excessive phone calls.

If you or someone you know is experiencing this, resources are available. Help is available 24/7 by calling the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233 or visiting their site for safe, anonymous advice.