Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2903: Justin Haley Phillips shares a personal story of how financial abuse subtly infiltrated her life, revealing the manipulative tactics abusers use to gain control. By recounting her own experience, she highlights how financial entanglements can often accompany emotional and psychological abuse, leaving victims trapped. Phillips encourages listeners to trust their instincts, stand firm, and recognize their worth, offering practical insights on navigating such challenging situations. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://tinybuddha.com/blog/recognizing-the-strategic-manipulation-of-financial-abuse/ Quotes to ponder: "I have endured, I have been broken, I have known hardship, I have lost myself. But here I stand, still moving forward, growing stronger each day." "Abuse isn’t always a black eye, or even insults and degradation. Sometimes it’s all the right words with all the wrong intent." "Don’t doubt yourself. A manipulative abuser will gaslight you, coming from every angle to make themselves appear right and make you seem wrong." Episode references: The Tinder Swindler: https://www.netflix.com/title/81254340 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices