Breaking the Silence — Domestic Violence, Mental Health & Stigma with Lindsey Dralle

Season 3 • Episode 2: Breaking the Silence — Domestic Violence, Mental Health & Stigma with Lindsey Dralle Today’s episode is a deeply personal conversation about domestic violence, sexual assault, PTSD, mental health, stigma, and the courage it can take to ask for help. I’m joined by Lindsey Dralle , founder of I Stand to End the Stigma , an awareness organization focused on mental health and domestic violence. Lindsey shares the experiences that led her to create the organization, including her own mental health struggles, PTSD, sexual assault, abusive relationships, and the loss of someone she met during treatment. Pasted text We talk about why people stay silent, why getting help should never be viewed as weakness, and how stigma can keep people from being honest about what they are going through. Lindsey also shares how therapy helped her begin to understand the deeper wounds behind some of her patterns and why she now uses her story to help others feel less alone. Pasted text We also discuss trauma bonds, the question of “Why didn’t they just leave?”, consent, abusive relationship dynamics, authenticity, and the importance of creating space for people to tell the truth about what they are experiencing. Pasted text One of the most important reminders from this conversation is Lindsey’s message: It’s okay not to be okay. Getting help is one of the strongest things you can do. Pasted text This episode contains discussion of domestic violence, sexual assault, PTSD, suicide, and mental health. Please take care of yourself while listening and step away if you need to. 🎙️ Unfiltered with Love — honest conversations about love, relationships, growth, and everything in between. Connect with Lindsey Dralle I Stand to End the Stigma Instagram: @reallifewithlindseyd Email: istandtoendthestigma@gmail.com Lindsey is currently building awareness around mental health, domestic violence, suicide awareness, and access to treatment, and is inviting individuals and businesses to stand with the organization and help amplify the message. Send us Fan Mail Support the show If this resonates with you, be sure to follow the show so you don’t miss future episodes of Unfiltered with Love . If you’re looking for deeper support, I offer 1:1 Emotional Clarity & Guidance Sessions. Learn more here: unfilteredwithlove.carrd.co