Episode 5: Keep Rising (Part A)

The Wounds That Do Not Heal

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Is the traditional wife trend merely a nostalgic fantasy, or does it conceal a sinister reality? In this episode, I peel back the layers of the picture-perfect stay-at-home housewife image to expose the insidious nature of economic abuse. Sharing my own story and advice, I show how this seemingly innocent 1950s lifestyle can trap victims in a cycle of control and dependence.

Join me as I reveal the truth about the “trad-wife” trend and explore the crucial importance of financial independence. You’ll learn about the real struggles, the need for personal strength, and the power of never giving up. This episode is for anyone who wants to understand and fight against the many forms of abuse.

What You’ll Learn:

• The challenges of being a stay-at-home mom.
• Why the "traditional wife" trend can be dangerous.
• What economic abuse entails.
• The impact of military life on career development and education of women.
• How abusers confuse their victims.
• Why realizing you’re in an abusive relationship is hard.
• Why it's never too late to pursue your goals.
• How to recognize the early signs of economic abuse.

Ideas Worth Sharing:

• “If you want to be a traditional wife, I truly commend you. But I also implore you to hear me out when I tell you how this lifestyle is lending itself to dangerous forms of economic abuse.” - Tressa Brady
• “You aren't where you want to be right now, but just keep rising. One foot in front of the other, you're going to chip away at your goals, and little by little, you will get there.” - Tressa Brady
• “If moms were cars, we'd all have our check engine lights on.” - Tressa Brady

Resources Mentioned:

• Deshauna Barber: One Question Changed Her Life Forever | Motivational Speech | Goalcast
• The Full Harrison Butker Commencement Speech: WATCH | OutKick