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Why She Stayed

Grace Stuart
Domestic Violence
Emotional Abuse
Mental Health
Trauma Bonding
Gaslighting
Coercive Control
Abuse
Survivor Stories
Abusive Relationships
Manipulation
Relationships
Trauma Bonds
Domestic Abuse
Cognitive Dissonance
Psychological Manipulation
Abuse Recovery
Narcissistic Abuse
Addiction
Therapy
Infidelity

A podcast where we dive deep into what really goes on inside of domestic violence relationships that makes it so hard to simply "just leave". Through stories of survivors, and practical conversations with guests, I am going to put the microscope back on what the abuser is doing that causes us to become so trapped in the first place, and how each survivor was eventually freed. We will discuss what ... more

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If you never read another book, listen to another podcast, or consume another piece of content about abuse, there is one thing I want you to understand:

If you continue looking at your relationship through an incident-based lens, you will always end... more

In this episode, I sit down with Wednesday to talk about how the nervous system can become attached to predictability—even when that predictability is harmful—and how an abuser can become both the poison and the antidote, the distress and the comfort... more

Ali shares the brutal reality of trying to leave an abusive relationship and how, after leaving and returning over and over again, she began to lose trust in her own ability to stay gone.

In this episode, we talk about:

* Why repeated leaving and ... more

Everyone asks what happened the day Aubree’s husband shot her twice, murdered their nearly six-month-old son, Kymani, and then took his own life.

But the deeper question is: What happened long before that day?

While many people assume lethal domest... more

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Recent Guests

Lindsay Stoker
Author of The Control Code
The Control Code
Episode: Ep 92 Abusers Don't Lose Control- They Deploy It: with Lindsay Stoker creator of The Control Code
Anne Wintemute
Founder of AimeeSays, an AI platform for survivors of domestic violence
AimeeSays
Episode: Ep. 90: What if I'm Wrong About Everything?: Why AI Helps Survivors Feel Sane: Aimee Says
Lyndsey Hackford
Domestic violence survivor; board member at The Refuge Utah
The Refuge Utah
Episode: Ep. 86: What If I Ruin His Life?- The Fear, the Grooming, and the People Who Said She'd Destroy Him.
Stephanie Strickland
A survivor of domestic abuse and author of 'Finding Peace Within'.
Author
Episode: Ep. 80: When The Unknown Feels Scarier & The Courage To Leave What You Know | with Stephanie Strickland
Dr. Jaime Zuckerman
A licensed clinical psychologist and national expert in narcissistic abuse.
The Z Group
Episode: Ep. 76: Will The Abuser Change For The New Supply? | Dr. Jaime Zuckerman
Catherine Presley-Haring
Survivor sharing her story about emotional abuse and domestic violence.
Episode: Ep. 75: "He Poisoned Me With Abortion Pills" - Catherine Herring
Beverly Hallberg
President and Founder of District Media Group
District Media Group
Episode: Ep. 72: When Faith Is Weaponized: Naming the Abuse, Healing the Grief, Finding Hope Again | Beverly's Story
Lynn Strathdee
Licensed therapist and content creator
The Echo Chamber
Episode: Ep. 69: Sadistic Behaviors And The Normalization Of Boundary Pushing
Monica Moore Smith
Actor, producer, model, and singer advocating for domestic abuse awareness
Episode: Ep. 68: "The Greatest Weapon An Abuser Has Is To Make Us Not Trust Ourselves" | Monica Moore Smith

Host

Grace
Host of Why She Stayed

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 715 ratings
  • Listen,Learn,Educate

    This podcast is a must listen. DV is so prevalent and a lot of us don’t know what to do or how to react. This podcast is so educational and I tell a lot of survivors to listen. You will be validated.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AndreaTakeBackYourPower
    United States6 months ago
  • A must listen for anyone in or getting out of an abusive relationship.

    The first episode I listened to had me completely hooked, my jaw was on the floor. Grace’s words were so relatable and validating. Her podcast helped me recognize the signs of abuse I didn’t even realize were happening while I was in it. I found the knowledge and courage to finally leave my abusive relationship.

    These episodes have been such a big part of my healing journey, they’ve helped me understand, process, and rebuild after so much confusion and pain. I’m truly grateful for the awareness... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Janelle Marie B
    United States7 months ago
  • Best Abuse Podcast I’ve found

    Grace not only knows exactly how it feels- she’s compassionate & wise beyond her years. Anyone who has been abused, this is a MUST HEAR podcast. She has a variety of guests who also “get it”. It is refreshing to hear the truth and be inspired to move fwd. Nobody enjoys being a victim.

    I appreciate that Grace focuses on healing.. letting go.. and looking fwd to the future. Not ruminating & staying stuck in the chaos. We tend to beat ourselves up enough- this is positive encouragement. I a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pilotswife94
    United States7 months ago
  • Twist, Blame & Repeat

    This episode has been so spot on to experiences I’ve lived and it has really given me hope

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jessicamarie13
    United States7 months ago
  • Incredible Stories from Incredible Women

    This podcast is full of incredible stories from incredible women who have survived abusive relationships and what it took for them to escape. Such an important listen for anyone who is currently in an abusive relationship and needs clarity, or ones who have just left and are desperate to know they aren’t crazy. A must listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rooted & Blooming
    United States8 months ago

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Listeners praise the host for creating a validating, safe space for survivors.
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Audience notes the breadth of guests and actionable takeaways for leaving abuse.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#241
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#142
Singapore/True Crime
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#187
South Africa/True Crime
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#194
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95: I Had to Become Ruthless to Stay Gone: For the Person Who Keeps Leaving and Going Back
Q: How did the concept of narcissism help you in your healing?
Learning about narcissism gave me language and validation for my experiences, helped me see the pattern of manipulation, and reinforced the idea that the relationship dynamics were not my fault, which empowered me to leave.
94: Aubree's Story | PART 2
Q: What was the day like the morning of the shooting?
She describes a relatively normal morning that began with routine activities but hints at underlying tension and an emotional distance that preceded the tragedy.
94: Aubree's Story | PART 2
Q: Did he ever feel intimidating? Did he ever do anything that felt scary or overtly intimidating back then?
The guest explains there were a few instances, especially a highly intimidating episode where he drove erratically and created a terrifying sense of danger, marking a significant escalation in fear.
Ep 92 Abusers Don't Lose Control- They Deploy It: with Lindsay Stoker creator of The Control Code
Q: What is the risk of focusing on terms like narcissist or high-conflict, and how should survivors frame this for practical use?
Focusing on labels can disempower survivors by shifting attention to the abuser's mindset rather than equipping the survivor with concrete tools to detect patterns and protect themselves.
Ep 92 Abusers Don't Lose Control- They Deploy It: with Lindsay Stoker creator of The Control Code
Q: Why do you think we need to stop saying 'he lost control' and instead describe it as deployment of control?
Because saying 'lost control' relocates responsibility away from the perpetrator and frames the behavior as an outburst, which obscures the deliberate, targeted, and patterned nature of coercive control.

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This show centers on the dynamics of abusive relationships, focusing on how control, manipulation, and coercive tactics keep survivors stuck and how they ultimately find freedom. Across episodes, listeners hear survivor stories alongside expert analysis of techniques abusers use to maintain power, with practical guidance for recognizing danger, navigating safety, and rebuilding life after leaving. A notable strength is the combination of personal narratives with evidence-based context, which can help both victims seeking perspective and allies who want actionable ways to support someone in harm's way. The format tends to blend emotional storytelling with concrete resources, making it helpful for listeners at various stages of awareness, exi... more

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2. Anne Wintemute
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4. Stephanie Strickland
5. Dr. Jaime Zuckerman
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7. Beverly Hallberg
8. Lynn Strathdee

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