Today on The Whole Circle we talk to Kylie Travers. Her story is incredibly touching and will hit a note with everyone. We talk from the heart and nothing is off limits. This interview is incredibly powerful and we hope that by sharing we are able to help others suffering from domestic violence.

Kylie shares with us her heartbreaking story. She was raised as a Mormon and married at 19. Escaped domestic violence, fleeing the family home with her two daughters with very little possessions or money. Soon after this, she was robbed, raped and homeless. On top of all that she lost her mother at 15, has had cancer scares and suicidal thoughts.

But this has not stopped her from achieving some amazing things. She has completely rebuilt her life from scratch after hitting rock bottom and is now a multiple award-winning CEO, speaker, author, freelance writer and advocate.

Kylie went from homeless to success and now teaches people practical ways to save, build clear money goals and focus on multiple income streams. She absolutely loves to help others overcome their obstacles and turn them into opportunities.

We discuss ways to leave an abusive relationship especially when you’re not financially independent. We talk about just how blind you can be to multiple forms of abuse whilst in the relationship & what you realise upon leaving. Kylie also gives us some tips for close friends or family that are in toxic relationships and how you can continue to support them even if you can’t “make” them leave.

Links & Resources

Websites: Kylie Travers and Thrifty Issues | Twitter | Facebook

FORMS OF ABUSE AND VIOLENCE

  • Physical harm – threats of self/physical harm, smashing things, hurting pets
  • Emotional and psychological abuse – humiliation, put-downs and blaming
  • Financial abuse – strict or unfair control of money
  • Verbal abuse – name calling, yelling
  • Social abuse – controlling where you go and who you see
  • Sexual abuse – and rape
  • Stalking – following, making excessive phone calls, texts or emails
  • Spiritual or cultural abuse – controlling practices or choices

Non-physical forms of abuse can be just as damaging as physical assaults. If you feel disrespected, unable to be yourself, afraid to disagree or negotiate for what you want, this may be a sign of abuse.

Please, if you need help call LIFELINE -13 11 14

WHAT ARE YOUR RIGHTS?

  • You can apply for a protection order (AVO) through a solicitor or the police
  • Centrelink crisis payments can help with immediate financial concerns
  • Free counselling is available through the National Sexual Assault, Domestic Family Violence Counselling Service 1800 737 732
  • You may be eligible for emergency accommodation or increased security at home. Check with National Sexual Assault, Domestic Family Violence Counselling Service for local referrals.
  • Free legal services are available through Community Legal Centres.

This information has been obtained via Life Line