Every man that i have ever loved has used me: how poetry helped me find myself w/Emmy Sue

In this episode, i'm joined by Emmy Sue who shared how every man that she has ever loved used and took advantage of her. Emmy is a poet, survivor who spoke openly about growing up in a religious household, the childhood abuse that shaped her, and the toxic relationships and marriage that followed.

Emmy shares the moment that changed things. Her niece and nephew told her she no longer seemed like herself.

That started her journey back to herself through poetry, therapy, prayer and self-love. She also shares the warning signs she wishes she had seen sooner, and advice for anyone who suspects they're in an unhealthy relationship.

Emmy shares how poetry became her healing tool, and why she writes love poems to herself, she shares why abuse can feel "normal" when you're in it, and why hindsight is clearer. She also shared red flags to watch for: whirlwind romance, losing yourself, and a partner who wants you to shrink, she spoke about letting go of guilt that was never hers and what she'd tell her five-year-old self If you or someone you know is in an abusive situation, support is available.

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