2. Experiencing Domestic Violence with Tereska Muishond

In this episode, we are diving into the impact that growing up with domestic violence can have on you and your relationships. Today I am talking to Terska Muishond.

Tereska is a single mother, writer, poet, and activist. She grew up experiencing domestic violence and fear but was able to find her release through poetry and putting her feelings into words.Tereska and I go deep into experiencing domestic violence, overcoming shame, and how healing takes a lifetime.

Listen is as you are in for a treat as Tereska reads two of her poems during this interview.

What you’ll learn from this episode:

  • What it feels like growing up with violence (4:50)

  • The experience of segregation (13:47)

  • How your words have power (22:29)

  • How growing up with domestic violence impacts your relationships (28:59)

  • Advice for anyone experiencing domestic violence (47:25)


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