In this deeply personal first episode, Juniper Quinn opens up about her past relationship marked by emotional and psychological abuse. She shares how the longing for love led her into a toxic engagement, the years she spent trapped in the cycle of manipulation, and the long road to reclaiming safety.

This episode is both a vulnerable retelling and a practical guide. After the story, Juniper walks listeners through the process of filing for an order of protection—what it is, who it’s for, and how to navigate the often overwhelming legal steps involved.

Whether you’re in the midst of something unsafe, years out, or supporting someone who is, this episode is a resource. It’s about naming the harm, breaking the cycle, and knowing your options.

Topics covered:

• The emotional toll of abusive relationships
• Recognizing the cycle of abuse
• Intimate partner violence vs. traditional definitions of domestic violence
• Step-by-step guide to filing for an order of protection
• Legal distinctions and survivor-centered safety planning
• Why some survivors don’t file—and why that’s okay

Trigger warning: This episode discusses emotional abuse, manipulation, and intimate partner violence.

Time stamp for only order of protection information: 12:08

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https://www.cdc.gov/intimate-partner-violence/about/index.html

https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/identifying-abuse/the-lingo-of-domestic-violence

https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/identifying-abuse/what-is-the-cycle-of-abuse

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10248305/