On this episode, we are joined by Jody Duggan. From the ages to 17 to 19, Jody was abused by her now convicted ex-partner Jake Boles.



Jody is now an Ambassador for the Too Into You campaign and bravely shares her story so other young women feel less alone.



If you are worried about your own or a friend’s relationship:


Call Women’s Aid 24Hr National Freephone Helpline on 1800 341 900.

Chat for support at toointoyou.ie



Both are completely free and confidential.



Take the Relationship Quiz to see if yours is healthy or not: https://www.toointoyou.ie/relationships/quiz/






Chapters


00:00 Intro



01:29 Introduction

03:18 How the relationship started

04:45 Early red flags in the honeymoon stage

07:46 How she became trapped in the relationship

11:01 Impact of emotional abuse

14:04 Her tipping point

17:18 Her experience in the courts

18:54 What is life like now?

20:13 How sharing her story has helped

21:42 How she defines healthy love now

24:07 How to help a friend

27:24 Don’t be ashamed or embarrassed

28:04  Episode chat with Madeline Campbell

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