The Holistic Self Love Podcast
My name is Elizabeth Vallejo, and I am a Life Coach dedicated to helping you transform your life. This is the Holistic Self-Love Podcast, where we go beyond simply calming anxiety—we’re here to help you truly change your life. Each week, I’ll be sharing insights, tools, and practical steps for creating positive, sustainable habits that lead to lasting transformation. We’ll dive into holistic approaches for personal growth, self-love, and mental well-being, so if you’re ready to embrace a healthier, more fulfilled version of yourself, make sure to follow and join me on this journey.
The Holistic Self Love Podcast
Episode 2: Unseen Wounds - Exploring Financial Abuse, Gaslighting, and Manipulation
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Exploring Financial Abuse, Gaslighting, and Manipulation
With a special guest: Lauren E.
In this powerful episode of The Holistic Wellness Podcast, we dive into the often overlooked yet deeply damaging forms of abuse that leave no visible scars. Our host sits down with a brave guest — her ex’s ex — to have a raw and honest conversation about financial abuse, gaslighting, and psychological manipulation. Through their shared history with the same man, they uncover striking parallels, compare timelines, and reveal shocking stories of control and coercion.
The host was stunned to discover the extent of what her guest had endured — including a shocking revelation that this man had tried to convince her they were legally married under common law. Even after the relationship ended, he continued to manipulate and financially abuse her, throwing her into a whirlwind of legal chaos where she was forced to prove that no marriage had ever existed.
Together, they shed light on the subtle yet powerful tactics abusers use to disempower and silence women, and how the illusion of a perfect life on social media can hide deep emotional wounds and legal entrapments.
This episode also uncovers a little-known legal reality in Colorado: under common law marriage, if two people live together and present themselves as a married couple, they may be considered legally married — even without a ceremony or license. The consequences can be life-altering, especially for those who never saw it coming.
Disclaimer: The experiences shared in this episode are personal stories. No real names are used, and the discussion is intended for awareness and educational purposes only. This podcast does not constitute legal or professional advice.
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