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Scenario

How recovery from abuse gets weaponized in legal proceedings

I escaped an abusive marriage and rebuilt my life but my ex-husband's lawyer is using my new confidence against me in custody court.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Healing and empowerment can be reframed as evidence of instability, punishing survivors for overcoming trauma.

Your guide for this
Juana
Juana works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Adopted identity — chosen and given?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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