Jana spent 31 years in a marriage marked by 17 years of escalating verbal abuse. Her husband’s public charm masked the reality of his relentless control and cruelty at home. She endured constant insults, fear of his rage, and a life entirely centered around his needs. The cycle of brief kindness followed by harsher verbal attacks left her feeling isolated and questioning her own worth.
It wasn’t until she stumbled upon The Verbally Abusive Relationship by Patricia Evans that Jana realized the abuse wasn’t her fault. The book gave her the clarity and courage to start planning her exit, knowing she could never change his behavior. In 2015, she finally filed for divorce, taking her first steps toward freedom after decades of feeling trapped.
Now at 62, Jana reflects on her journey of breaking free from verbal abuse, celebrating the simple joys of making her own decisions and living without fear. Her story is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to leave an abusive relationship and reclaim your life. Watch her tell her story to hear how she found freedom and rebuilt her sense of self.
Featured image: Jana shares her experience of breaking free from verbal abuse. Source: YouTube Screenshot / MJB Productions: A Woman’s Place.
